About NOF

The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is the leading health organization dedicated to preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, promoting strong bones for life and reducing human suffering through programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy and research.

Established in 1984, NOF is the nation's leading voluntary health organization solely dedicated to osteoporosis and bone health.

Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for an estimated 44 million Americans. Of the 10 million Americans estimated to already have osteoporosis, eight million are women and two million are men. NOF recognizes the importance of preventing osteoporosis and broken bones and promotes programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy and research.

In order to accomplish our mission— NOF accepts support from a wide breadth of diversified sources, including individuals, foundations, government sources and corporations.

While some of these funds may be restricted to specific projects, NOF maintains its independence and objectivity in accordance with the National Health Council's guiding principles. NOF does not endorse any particular product, service or point of view, but does inform the public about all FDA-approved therapies, as well as the availability of other appropriate products and services as part of its educational responsibility to the public and healthcare professionals.

Scientific members of NOF's Board of Trustees, as well as other leading experts in the field osteoporosis, are routinely consulted to provide a fair and balanced perspective regarding written materials and educational programming.

NOF is in full compliance with the Good Operating Practices Standards of the National Health Council, meets the strong and comprehensive standards of the Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance and has been awarded the Independent Charities Seal of Excellence.

There are many ways to get involved and help support our mission. Find out what you can do to ensure we're able to continue raising awareness for osteoporosis and educating the public about the importance of good bone health to protect future generations from this disease.

Learn more about us in this overview video created by the Giving Library featuring NOF Executive Director and CEO, Amy Porter.