PARKINSON RESEARCH FOUNDATION, INC.
SARASOTA, FLORIDA

The Parkinson Research Foundation, Inc. (PRF) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. Founded by Mr. Lawrence Hoffheimer in 2006, the PRF has dedicated itself to funding research aimed at curing Parkinson's disease, thereby improving quality of life for those affected and their caregivers through education, advocacy, services, and multidisciplinary care programs. A distinct aspect of its mission is patient education, facilitated via the Parkinson Place Multidisciplinary Care Program located in Sarasota. The foundation also engages national and international audiences with online outreach, seminars, conferences, and educational activities designed to provide life-changing resources for individuals affected by Parkinson's disease. Headed by Mr. Hoffheimer as chairman, PRF has benefited from leadership that successfully influenced key legislative outcomes such as the Congressional Resolution declaring the 1990s 'The Decade of the Brain,' enhancing visibility for neurological disorders. Additionally, Dr. Juan Sanchez-Ramos, MD, PhD serves as Medical Director, leveraging his expertise and position at the University of South Florida to orchestrate educational programs like 'Ask the Doctor' sessions. Operational responsibilities are managed by a skilled team: Lynne oversees business operations and donor relations, while Toni coordinates service efforts in receiving hundreds of patients and visitors every day. PRF's commitment extends beyond direct care; it is recognized as a Center of Excellence for those living with Parkinson’s disease. PRF is officially incorporated on August 9, 2012, under the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, bearing the Corporation Identification Number F12000003305. It regularly maintains transparency through filed and reinstated corporate events and annual reports. For more information about PRF's ongoing initiatives or to contribute or seek assistance, stakeholders are encouraged to visit their website at parkinsonresearchfoundation.com.