FARA and CHOP Symposium Travel Grants
Apply by August 15, 2025 | Up to $1,000
Each fall, the Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) and the Friedreich’s Ataxia Center of Excellence at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) host the Friedreich’s Ataxia Symposium in the Philadelphia area. This free, day-long event features presentations for individuals living with FA and their families. The agenda includes sessions on clinical management, current research, and other valuable insights for the FA community.
The 2025 Symposium will take place on Monday, October 13th in King of Prussia, PA. Click here to learn more about this year's event.
The Make it Happen CureFA Foundation is proud to offer travel grants to support attendance at the FARA & CHOP Friedreich’s Ataxia Symposium. This grant aims to make participation more accessible for individuals living with FA.
Guidelines:
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Must reside in the United States
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Must be attending the FARA & CHOP FA Symposium for the first time.
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Must have a confirmed diagnosis of Friedreich’s Ataxia. (Grant is not available to family members or carriers without a diagnosis.)
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Grant may include funding for one companion to accompany the individual with FA.
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Grant may be used to cover travel and/or lodging expenses, up to $1,000 total.
All expenses must be paid upfront, and itemized receipts must be submitted for reimbursement.