Learn more about tree nut allergy advocacy, current research and efforts to find a cure

Below is provided a list of organizations that are actively working to increase awareness of tree nut allergies including raising funds, lobbying and conducting research. There are many opportunities to get involved and help the cause!

The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network

www.foodallergy.org

FAAN advocates for state and federal laws, policies, and regulations that can improve the lives of individuals affected by food allergy and anaphylaxis. It works with policymakers on federal, state, and local initiatives in such areas as food labeling, schools and camps, emergency medical services (911 personnel), restaurants, airlines.

Action Opportunity: Help Pass FAAMA in 2009

FAAN is leading the effort to push the Senate to enact the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act (FAAMA) , which calls for voluntary national guidelines to help schools manage students affected by food allergy and anaphylaxis.

Action Opportunity : Contact Your State or Federal Legislators

Food Allergy Project

www.foodallergyproject.org

The Food Allergy Project is a nonprofit organization, building a coalition of concerned parents, researchers, educators and experts. The group has two primary goals: To increase the federal resources dedicated to food allergy research and to fund scientific studies that will lead to cure for food allergy. The Food Allergy Project has already committed more than $15 million to food allergy research and continues to support promising studies in search of a cure.

Action Opportunity : Participate in a Survey

In an effort to improve understanding of parents, physicians, and the general public, researchers and physicians at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago are conducting surveys to assess current food allergy knowledge, attitudes and beliefs. As a parent of a food allergic child, your participation is vital to the success of this effort.

Action Opportunity : Contact your representative

Kids With Food Allergies

KFA is a national nonprofit food allergy organization dedicated to fostering optimal health, nutrition, and well-being of children with food allergies by providing education and a caring support community for their families and caregivers.

Action Opportunity : Donate to KFA

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

NIAID is the nation's principal supporter of food allergy research. Its broad support of basic research in allergy and immunology provides leadership in this field as scientists strive to better understand both the immune system and how certain foods trigger an allergic reaction.

Action Opportunity : Participate in a Clinical Trial