NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Skin
Association (ASA) announced that it has received GuideStar's
coveted Platinum Seal of Transparency. GuideStar is the world's
largest source of nonprofit data and this designation demonstrates
that ASA is an organization focused on measuring our progress and
results in order to provide current and potential funders accurate
and detailed information. The designation is only awarded to
charities illustrating the highest level of responsible fiscal
management and commitment to accountability and transparency.
American Skin Association (ASA) announced that it has received
GuideStar's coveted Platinum Seal of Transparency.
"It is with great pride that we accept this important
recognition from GuideStar," said ASA Chairman Howard P. Milstein. "Our Board of Directors and
staff work tirelessly to maintain a transparent and efficient
organization while ensuring the highest possible portion of ASA's
budget is directed to funding vital dermatological research."
Established 35 years ago to serve the now more than 100 million
Americans afflicted with skin disorders, ASA and its affiliates
have sponsored over $50 million in
grants to support talented young scientists who have gone on to
become top researchers in their fields. They work to find
cutting-edge methods to prevent, detect, and treat skin cancer and
other skin diseases. ASA has also made crucial investments in the
well-being of future generations, putting great effort and
resources into educating young people about sun safety and skin
health.
ASA President, Dr. David A.
Norris, added, "I am proud of ASA's ongoing efforts towards
full financial transparency! It is crucial for financially
trustworthy and responsible non-profits. This designation enhances
our ability to fund important research and educate youth on sun
safety and skin health."
In today's ever-changing philanthropic environment, donors seek
transparency and accountability from the organizations they choose
to support. The GuideStar's Seal of Transparency reconfirms that
ASA is worthy of its donors' confidence and generosity.
ABOUT AMERICAN SKIN ASSOCIATION
ASA is a unique
collaboration of patients, families, advocates, physicians, and
scientists, and has evolved over 35 years into a leading force in
efforts to defeat melanoma, skin cancer and important inflammatory
and genetic skin diseases. Established to serve the now more than
100 million Americans – one-third of the U.S. population –
afflicted with skin disorders, the organization's mission remains
to advance research, champion skin health – particularly among
children, and drive public awareness about skin disease. For more
information, visit americanskin.org.
Contact:
Kathleen Reichert
American Skin Association
917-538-5731
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