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Our mission and history

Learn more about what drives our work for and with the PI community.

Our mission

The Immune Deficiency Foundation improves the diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for every person affected by primary immunodeficiency.​

We foster a community that is connected, engaged, and empowered through advocacy, education, and research.

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What we stand for at IDF

IDF is committed to enhancing patients’ lives through ensuring everyone with PI understands their diagnosis, treatment options, standards of care, and opportunities for support within the PI community.

Vision

A healthier day, every day, for every person with immune deficiency.

IDF's core values

Inclusion
Integrity
Innovation

Guiding principles

Commitment
Leadership
Accountability

Constituent promise

Transparency
Trust
Compassion

Discover our history

For over 40 years, IDF has worked to improve the lives of those affected by PI. Since being formed around our founder and former president Marcia Boyle’s kitchen table, IDF has made history—and continues to do so.

Explore the IDF timeline

Our origin story

Listen to Marcia Boyle, founder and former president and CEO, explain how and why IDF was created.