Two Alaskan families have helped achieve an amazing feat. The Brubakers and Wentzels have every legislator in their state co-sponsoring the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act (ELSA)! This month, we shine our volunteer spotlight on these Alaskans to celebrate their accomplishments and learn more about how they did it.
Let’s Celebrate 40 Years of NFED Success!
The National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) turned 40 years old on December 24, 2021. Normally, we would have recognized this milestone throughout last year. But, the pandemic caused us to shift our plans. Find out what we all have planned for this celebration year!
Now’s the Time to Contact Congress (and Make It Count)
We know that insurance coverage is unfair, but ELSA advocates must contact Congress to tell them. Take a step for smiles and contact your legislators.
Leaving My Comfort Zone to Advocate For My Family
As a self-described, shy, introvert, Sarah Ward could never have imagined that she would be meeting with Congress to talk about her family’s rare genetic disorder. The passionate advocate shares her journey and why she has found the strength to speak up!
10 Great Tips for Advocating for ELSA
NFED mom and advocate, Samantha Mueller, has passionately advocated for the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act since its beginning. She encourages families to take action using her easy tips!
New Insurance Section on Website
Getting your health insurance to pay for your dental care can be tough. We can help! Use our expanded insurance resources to map out your journey to success!
ELSA Picks Up Speed After Fantastic Virtual Hill Day
It’s extraordinary what our advocates and staff have accomplished in just two months since the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act (ELSA) (S.754/H.R.1916) was re-introduced in the 117th Congress! Our brave advocates shared their struggles on our Virtual Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill. Find out what’s happened with ELSA since they shared their stories.
ELSA Re-Introduced in Congress with An Amazing 161 Original Co-Sponsors
ELSA begins its journey in the 117th Congress with incredible bi-partisan support! Find out what this means and how you can help make this important bill become a law.