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The Alzheimer's Association exists to find a solution for Alzheimer's, which slowly degrades memory and eventually leads to death. This charitable organization meets the requirements of the proper use of their funding by the Better Business Bureau.
Identification
As of 2010, approximately 72 percent of donations to the Alzheimer's Association go directly to the research, support and publicity of the Alzheimer's disease. The rest pays for administrative overhead, according to the Alzheimer's Association.
Features
In 2007, the Alzheimer's Association spent $37,593,000 on researching a cure for Alzheimer's. $21,281,000 went to educating the public on the disease. For that year, the organization spent a total of $77,676,000.
Function
$7,164,000 of their funds for 2007 were spent on educating the public while at the same time raising more funds for the organization.
CEO Expense
The Alzheimer's Association paid their CEO, Harry Johns, $706,845 in 2007.
Making a Donation
For the convenience of the general public, the Alzheimer's Association allows people to donate online at their website (See the Resources section of this article).
Source:
Alzheimer's Association: Use of Funds
Better Business Bureau; BBB Wise Giving Report for Alzheimer's Association
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