Neurofibromatosis Northeast Welcomes Reading Resident Jillian Black as Development Officer

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Neurofibromatosis Northeast Welcomes Reading Resident Jillian Black as Development Officer

Burlington, MA based Neurofibromatosis Northeast, the non-profit patient advocacy organization whose mission is to find a cure and treatment for neurofibromatosis (NF) by promoting scientific research, creating awareness, and providing hope and support to those who are affected by NF, is extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Reading resident Jillian Black as Development Officer.

Black is charged with growing Neurofibromatosis Northeast’s event sponsorship program, annual fund and expanding philanthropic support to help NF Northeast’s mission at a pivotal point in the organization’s 30 year history. She brings to the role significant development experience and a passion for health care.

“We are delighted to have Jill join our organization as Development Officer,” said Karen Peluso, Executive Director of Neurofibromatosis Northeast. She brings experience, enthusiasm and a commitment to furthering the mission of NF Northeast, and we know she will help forge new relationships to build our visibility, impact, and overall financial resources.”

Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder of the nervous system that causes tumors to form on the nerves anywhere on or in the body at any time. While the vast majority of NF-related tumors may initially start out benign, the disorder can be debilitating and may cause disfigurement, blindness, deafness, psychological issues and cancer.

“I am so excited to join Neurofibromatosis Northeast,” said Black. NF is a disease that affects so many people -- both children and adults -- yet it continues to be virtually unknown. I am excited to help raise funds and awareness as we work towards a cure for this devastating disease.”

Black has spent over ten years in the field of non-profit philanthropy, helping to raise philanthropic support for organizations including Boston Children’s Hospital, Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research and St. Francis House.

Black holds a BA in Russian and Eastern European Studies and English from Tufts University.

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About Neurofibromatosis Northeast:

Neurofibromatosis Northeast is based in Burlington, Massachusetts. Their mission is to find a cure and treatment for neurofibromatosis by promoting scientific research, creating awareness, and providing hope and support to those who are affected by NF.

To learn more about neurofibromatosis, visit the NF Northeast website at www.nfincne.org or call 781-272-9936.