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Each year, AFTD's Education Conference brings together people living with FTD, care partners, families, friends, researchers, and clinicians.

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AFTD is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization (EIN: 41-2073220), and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your e-mail donation receipt as your official record, which will be sent to you upon successful completion of your donation.

Hear from Past Attendees:
Crystal Keene & Marc Olson

“It was really, really important for me to meet others in the same position. There are a lot of us, and I really wanted to meet others with the same type of FTD, just be able to talk with them and have that connection and the feeling that they know exactly what I’m going through.”
- Crystal, who is living with PPA


“The Education Conference is probably the most important thing we’ve done since Crystal’s diagnosis.”
- Marc, reflecting on their experience as first-time attendees

Why Your Support Matters

Since 2010, our annual Education Conference has been a gathering place for the FTD community, providing trusted education and resources, connection with others who truly understand, direct engagement with researchers and healthcare professionals, and insight into the latest FTD research, clinical trials, and approaches to care.

With your support, we can offer free registration for all attendees, provide travel assistance for in-person attendees, and make the conference available virtually, ensuring that everyone who wants to participate can do so.

Did you know?
Sponsorships fund 37% of the conference.
Individual donors power the rest.
This vital event is only possible because of you.

Travel Grants

$500 helps a person diagnosed with FTD or their care partner attend the conference by covering travel costs. Last year, we awarded 43 travel grants.
 
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In-Person Registration

$200 covers the cost of in-person registration for a person diagnosed with FTD and their care partner. Last year, more than 450 people attended in person.
 
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Virtual Broadcast

$100 expands access to our virtual conference, bringing vital information and community to those who cannot attend in person. Last year, over 650 people participated online last year.
 
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