Muscular Dystrophy Association Launches New Venture Philanthropy

MVP will seek donations from a new body of philanthropists -- individuals with both a familial connection to muscle diseases and the financial ability to make a significant contribution ($250,000 or more). MVP will then use the donations to place initial targeted investments into biotechnology companies and academic institutions with highly promising therapies for these diseases. These investments by MVP will not only provide needed funding but will also serve to attract follow-on investments from other sources such as pharmaceutical and biotech companies.