The successful completion of the first phase of the Within Our Reach campaign is essential for creating momentum for future programmatic initiatives that will seek to achieve even larger research goals. As members, we have a unique opportunity to show our shared conviction with those who have already invested in Within Our Reach, providing hope for our patients. As the REF approaches its $30 million fundraising goal for the initial campaign, we are encouraging the ACR community to consider either making a pledge or one-time donation to the REF for the Within Our Reach campaign. You can also designate a portion of your gift for the REF’s core programs supporting rheumatology training and career development.
Supporting the REF is a direct investment in rheumatology. Your support will sustain the pool of academic rheumatologists and ensure that we have future generations of rheumatologists—a necessary ingredient to improving care for patients with rheumatic disease. The REF will not be able to meet its goals without your help. If we do not lead the way, who will?
Dr. Cohen is president of the ACR. Contact him via e-mail at [email protected]. Dr. St.Clair is president of the REF. Contact him by e-mail at [email protected].