
Our Mission
The Gwendolyn Strong Foundation (theGSF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing global awareness of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), the #1 genetic killer of young children, accelerating research focused on ending this cruel disease, and supporting families impacted by SMA and other life-altering conditions. theGSF is an all volunteer organization, meaning 100% of your donation goes toward fulfilling our mission.
The Beginning

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Newly Diagnosed?

If your child has been newly diagnosed with SMA, please click for more information. You have several care and support options and we are here to assist you.
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1 in every 40 people unkowingly carry the SMA gene. Most have no family history of the disease and no signs during pregnancy. Find out more about SMA carrier testing.
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