About GiveNF

    We are a newly established 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, based in West Michigan, committed to advancing research and treatment options for Neurofibromatosis (NF).

    Our Mission

    GiveNF was founded in West Michigan with a simple but powerful vision: to accelerate research that will improve the lives of individuals and families affected by Neurofibromatosis (NF). All proceeds after event costs are donated directly to cutting-edge NF research that makes a meaningful impact.

    Fund Critical Research

    Supporting innovative studies that advance treatment options

    Build Community

    Connecting families and researchers in the fight against NF

    Raise Awareness

    Educating the public about Neurofibromatosis and its impact

    A community of families, volunteers, and friends showing up for one another and for NF research.

    Two women speaking together at a GiveNF fundraiser
    Sharing stories at a fundraiser
    Three GiveNF supporters standing together at a fundraising banner
    Supporters at a GiveNF event
    Guests seated together at a GiveNF fundraiser
    Gathered in support of NF research
    Guests visiting together at a GiveNF fundraising event
    Community coming together
    Four GiveNF volunteers gathered behind an event table
    Volunteers welcoming guests
    GiveNF presenting a donation check to support NF research
    A research donation presentation
    Musicians performing live at a GiveNF fundraiser
    Live music at a fundraiser
    Children and GiveNF volunteers spending time together outdoors at a community event
    Families and volunteers connecting
    GiveNF families and supporters gathering around tables at a community event
    Celebrating community together

    Leadership Team

    Professional headshot of Danielle Grover, nonprofit president

    Danielle Grover

    President

    Leading the charge in NF research funding and community building

    Professional headshot of Donna Gauthier, treasurer

    Donna Gauthier

    Treasurer

    Managing financial operations and ensuring responsible stewardship of donations

    Professional headshot of Christina Ferrera, secretary

    Christina Ferrera

    Secretary

    Maintaining organizational records and supporting board governance

    Our Values

    These core principles guide everything we do at GiveNF

    Scientific Excellence

    Funding only the highest quality research with proven methodologies

    Community First

    Putting the NF community at the center of all our decisions

    Innovation

    Supporting groundbreaking approaches to NF research and treatment

    Transparency

    Clear reporting on how every donation is used to advance research

    Transparency & Financials

    100% of proceeds after event costs go directly to Neurofibromatosis research.

    GiveNF (legal name: Givenf) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our EIN is 33-3545611.

    Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency

    GiveNF is a Platinum Transparency Seal holder on Candid (GuideStar).

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    Join Our Mission

    Ready to help us fund critical research for Neurofibromatosis?