Did you know that 73% of Americans, ages 18-34, those most at risk for the disease, have never heard of lupus or know little or nothing about lupus beyond the name? We need more people to understand the importance of lupus and will be conducting activities this month to spread awareness and raise funds for much-needed research.

We are pleased to report that we have received a PHL COVID-19 Fund Grant, a collaboration between the Philadelphia Foundation, the City of Philadelphia, and the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey. This grant will be administered through the Guggenheim Grant-In-Aid program which was established to provide limited financial assistance for special or emergency needs for individuals with lupus.

There have been many changes this spring at the Chapter. Read more about walk updates, a fibromyalgia FAQ with Dr. Amy Zhang, and how to make your own Purple Power Smoothie Bowl!

The Living Well with Lupus Seminar is the Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter's signature educational program, designed to give you the tools to better manage your lupus and connect with professionals and peers alike.

Lehigh Valley: Saturday, June 6 (VIRTUAL)
Delaware: Saturday, October 3
Philadelphia: Saturday, October 10
South Jersey: Saturday, November 14

Sign up today for the Walk to End Lupus Now! Join us in four cities for an empowering day honoring the 45,000 people living with lupus across the Philadelphia Tri-State area.

Walk to End Lupus Now Delaware: Sunday, August 23
Walk to End Lupus Now Central PA: Sunday, August 30
Walk to End Lupus Now South Jersey: Sunday, September 27
Lupus Loop 5K Run and 2.5 Mile Walk to End Lupus Now: Sunday, October 25

A support group is a self-help group, composed of people with lupus along with their family members and friends who gather periodically to share common concerns. People are willing to talk freely and to trust openly in the good will of the other group members.