Our national philanthropy is arthritis. Nearly 70 million American adults (or one in every three) have some type of arthritis or chronic joint symptoms, and forty one million of those affected are women. Arthritis does not just affect your joints and tissues - it affects every aspect of your life. People with arthritis are at a higher risk for serious conditions such as premature death, heart disease, obesity, depression and anxiety. Arthritis is a serious health condition, but can be treated or even possibly prevented. The AOΠ Foundation provides research grants which partially fund dozens of arthritis related projects.
AOΠ puts on Strike Out Arthritis once a year to to raise money for the Arthritis Foundation and to educate others about arthritis. Strike Out is a series of three different events, including a fundraising night at a local restaurant, a day dedicated to spreading arthritis facts, and finally an athletic competition.
