Our Mission

Annual Report | 2018

Lupus Together

Fighting

The Lupus Foundation of America is dedicated to improving the quality of life for

all people affected by lupus through programs of research, education, support and

advocacy. Help us solve the cruel mystery of lupus.

Statement of Financial Position September 30, 2018 ASSETS Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 78,996 Accrued Receivables $ 640 Prepaid Expenses $ 855 Security Deposit $ 600 Property and Equipment $ 709 Property and Equipment $ 68,386 Total Assets $150,186 LIABILITIES Accounts Payable $ 17,190 Accrued Payroll $ 4,775 Deferred Revenue $ 3,781 Total Liabilities $ 25,746 EQUITY Total Equity $124,440 TOTAL EQUITY & LIABILITIES $150,186

* Effective 2018, LFA Indiana Chapter changed from a calendar year to a fiscal year ending on September 30, 2018. For that reason, our 2018 fiscal year was nine months long.

Statement of Activities September 30, 2018 REVENUE Contributions $ 33,912 Grants $ 12,700 Fundraising $112,300 Interest $ 58 Dividends $ 892 Gains on Investments $ 727 Total Revenue $160,590 EXPENSES Research $ 2,508 Public Information and Education $ 72,721 Patient Information and Education $ 72,722 Management and General $ 4,119 Fundraising $ 34,158 Total Expenses $186,228 REVENUE LESS EXPENSE $(25,638)

Financial Highlights*

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Thank You to Our 2018 Major Donors and Sponsors

Revenue Expense

Programs & Services 78%

Fundraising

70%

Other

Income9%

Campaigns

21%

2018 Revenue

Aldo-Benson, Dr. Marlene Eli Lilly and Company Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

Alpha Kappa Alpha Glaxo Smith Kline Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals

Anthem GSF Indiana Managed Health Systems

Appleby, Kristen Hancock Regional Hospital Marion County Public Health Department

Architectural Glass and Metal Hill, Sam and Norma McCain, Adam

Aqua Systems Hoover Hull Turner LLP Monroe, Lindsey

Arxtheon Consulting IU Health Rheumatology Payton’s BBQ

Browning and Associates Indiana Minority Health Coalition Perfection Group

Community Health Network Johnson, Angela Rheumatology Associates

Crossroads Restoration Klepfer, Robin Ross, Beverly

CSL Plasma Kloeckner Metals Schmidt, Gregory

Day, Carla and Happy Krazy Horse Krew Sharp Printing

Deno, Gene and Karen Kroger Company Wheatland Tube

Duke Energy of Indiana Landscape Solutions Welch Packaging

Eagle Trident Security LawnPride Williams & Bluitt

The Walk to End Lupus Now™ is our largest fundraising event with over 800

walkers in Indianapolis. In 2018 our Walk raised over $56,288.78. We are

grateful to our partnership sponsor, Eli Lilly and Company, for their continued

support of our Indianapolis Walk.

The Indiana Chapter 2018

Board of Directors

Chair Carla Day

Treasurer Robin Miner

Secretary Michelle Polanco

Members Crystal Bradley

Karen Deno Amy Higdon Maria Silk

Staff Team

Chief Executive Officer(s) Yolanda Wide

Lisa Kelly (effective 8.1.18)

Office Manager(s) Haley Norris Shelly Talley

Patient Programs and Volunteer Coordinator

Debbie Campbell

Program Highlights

➔ Offered 12 monthly support

groups statewide.

➔ Hosted an all day symposium with

more than 150 attendees.

➔ Held monthly tai chi and yoga

classes for people with lupus.

➔ Provided LupusConnect™online

lupus support community through

our National office.

➔ Presented series of live monthly

educational teleconferences Ask the

Experts.

A Tasteful Affair features beer, wine and food

tastings from local restaurants, live and silent

auction, photo booth, DJ and more. This event

included a VIP wine tasting. Top sponsors included

Eli Lilly and Company, The Klepfer Family,

Rheumatology Associates, and IU Health. The 2018

A Tasteful Affair raised an income of $26,664.50.

The In

The

Loop:

Healthy

Living

with Lupus Symposium is an

educational symposium for people with

lupus, family members, and anyone

interested in learning about lupus.

Attendees selected topics of interest for

morning and afternoon breakout sessions

while enjoying breakfast and lunch. Keynote speaker Chef Wendell Fowler

discussed nutrition to reduce inflammation and healthy eating on a budget.

We appreciate the many groups, organizations and companies that plan amazing

events to benefit our Chapter. Featured below: The Krazy Horse Krew from

Kokomo, who raised $9,000.00 for our Chapter and the Belardi Racing and Royal

Purple partnership which featured our lupus logo on their Indy Lights cars.

MAKE A DONATION

Your tax-deductible donation will provide information, education, resources and give caring support to those who suffer from this devastating disease. You can donate by mail or securely online.

GIVE MONTHLY Monthly giving is a convenient way to support our mission for months and years to come. Your recurring online donation is secure and flexible and you choose the amount you wish to give.

WORKPLACE GIVING Many employers have matching gift programs that can double your donation.

MEMORIALS & TRIBUTES

Give a gift that gives back by making a donation in honor or memory of someone in your life. Your gift will be promptly acknowledged to the individual or family you have specified.

SHOP & GIVE

Support us when you shop at AmazonSmile, Kroger, and by getting your Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter license plate at the BMV.

PLANNED GIVING

Leave a lasting legacy by including us as a beneficiary in your will or living trust, life insurance policy, retirement plan or bank account. You can also give a gift of stock or appreciated securities.

PLAN AN EVENT We have several ways we can provide assistance in planning an event including Make Your Mark™, an online fundraising platform that helps you create a unique event or participate in an existing event.

For More Information Visit:

lupusindiana.org

Smart Research. Faster Progress. ™

The Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter is part of a national force devoted to solving the cruel mystery of lupus. We provide information, resources and support to people living with lupus in Indiana. Our website, information and educational materials, support groups, educational programs, patient assistance and wellness classes provide caring support and the most up-to-date information about lupus. Many of our programs are offered free of charge and are led by experienced professionals. These programs are designed to improve the quality of life for people affected by lupus. Pictured below, longtime advocate, Kayla Lockwood (left) at the National Policy Summit with Senator Joe Donelly in Washington, D.C. and Bonnie Sweeney (right), 2018 Volunteer of the Year.

Ways to Give

Lupus Education & Support

A lupus diagnosis is life changing. It can mean a life spent waiting for new medical advances while managing life-threatening and debilitating symptoms. With no known cure, every day means a new struggle for people with lupus. This is where the Lupus Foundation of America comes in. Our patient-first approach delivers better results to improve quality of life.

Events & Fundraising

Lauren Lowrey (WISH-TV) and Lindsey Monroe (WTHR) enjoying ATA.

Symposium attendees engaged in a breakout session.