The Noonan Syndrome Foundation (NSF) is beneficial to communities, and supporting it is crucial, for several key reasons:

• Supporting Individuals and Families:
  • Noonan syndrome is a genetic disorder with a wide range of symptoms, impacting individuals in various ways. The NSF provides crucial support, resources, and information to those affected and their families.
  • This support helps families navigate the complexities of the syndrome, access appropriate medical care, and improve their quality of life.
• Advancing Research:
  • The NSF plays a vital role in funding and promoting research into Noonan syndrome. This research aims to better understand the condition, develop effective treatments, and ultimately find a cure.
  • Supporting the NSF contributes to advancing medical knowledge and improving the lives of individuals with Noonan syndrome.
• Raising Awareness:
  • Noonan syndrome is relatively rare, and many people are unaware of its existence. The NSF works to raise awareness about the condition, educating the public and healthcare professionals.
  • Increased awareness leads to earlier diagnosis, better management of symptoms, and greater support for those affected.
• Building a Community:
  • The NSF fosters a strong community for individuals with Noonan syndrome and their families, providing a sense of belonging and support.
  • This community allows families to connect with others who understand their experiences, share information, and offer emotional support.
• Impact on Local Communities:
  • While the NSF is a national organization, its impact resonates within local communities. Families living in your community are likely affected by Noonan Syndrome.
  • Supporting the NSF helps those families living in your area.

By supporting the Noonan Syndrome Foundation, you are directly contributing to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by this condition, advancing medical research, and raising awareness.

The Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Alabama, serving Ozark, AL, is important to the community because:

• It provides a safe and engaging space for teens to access life and workforce readiness programs, academic support, ARTS, and recreational activities.
• It offers counseling services to members to give them tools for good mental health and success.
• It provides opportunities for kids to grow, learn, and give back through various programs.
• It empowers youth by teaching essential life skills and providing critical supplies to those in need.

Deep South Para-Comi-Con is pledging part of the proceeds to the Boys and Girls Club of Ozark, AL so the kids can have a bright future.

Give Local, Save Local with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers makes a significant difference by ensuring that blood donated in a local community stays within that community to help neighbors in need. They focus on providing exceptional service to hospitals, understanding the urgent and local nature of blood transfusions. Unlike larger, consolidated blood banks, LifeSouth prioritizes personalized, patient-focused service tailored to the specific needs of local hospitals. They also operate a community-based public cord blood bank for stem cell transplantation research and cures. 

LifeSouth aims to provide a safe blood supply and encourages community members to donate blood to help save lives.

Deep South Para-Comi-Con is working with LifeSouth to set up a dedicated donation area within the convention space. Help them to save lives!