American Liver Foundation Great Lakes Division

About Us

Founded in 1976, the American Liver Foundation (ALF) is the nation’s leading nonprofit health organization for people living with liver disease. We are a nationwide network of staff and volunteers that provides awareness, outreach, education and patient support services to educate the public about liver health and to improve the lives of individuals and their families affected by liver disease. The ALF Great Lakes Division is proud to serve the patients, families, and medical professionals of Illinois and Michigan.

Our mission is to facilitate, advocate and promote education, support and research for the prevention, treatment and cure of liver disease.

ALF makes a measurable difference in the fight against liver disease by providing financial support for medical research; educating patients, families, caregivers and healthcare professionals; advocating for patients and their families; and creating public awareness campaigns about liver wellness and disease prevention. The American Liver Foundation is a trusted voice for all patients and their families living with liver disease.