Spina Bifida Association of Wisconsin

The Spina Bifida Association of Wisconsin, Inc. (SBAWI) is dedicated to helping families affected by Spina Bifida emotionally, educationally, and financially.

What we do?

The SBAWI provides funding for families as well as support through organized social functions, fundraising events, chapter meetings and educational programs. We also work to educate the community about many important subjects like folic acid. Folic acid can reduce the risk of Spina Bifida by up to 70% if taken before becoming pregnant and during the first months of pregnancy.

Who we serve?

The SBAWI serves individuals and families of Wisconsin who live with the challenges of Spina Bifida. Although we are located in a suburb of Milwaukee, we reach the far ends of the state with our educational and outreach programs. We also educate the community on how to prevent Spina Bifida and the importance of folic acid.

The goals of SBAWI:

Fostering and promoting the rights and well-being of all persons with Spina Bifida;
encouraging care, treatment, education and social interactions
of all persons with Spina Bifida and their families;
raising the level of awareness in ourselves and others as to the nature
of the particular and special needs of all persons with Spina Bifida.