Who We Are : Timeline
William E. Proudford passes away of complications of kidney disease resulting from diabetes. Mr. Proudford also suffered from sickle cell (SC) disease, Paget's disease and profound hearing loss.
"Get Tested for Sickle Cell" bracelets sold to raise awareness and funds
WEPSCF incorporated in Delaware as a non-profit organization
WEPSCF receives 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Proudford family donates $5,000 to WEPSCF
Partnership established with Mjach Designs, Baltimore, to develop corporate identity
Inaugural Fundraiser held honoring Delaware State University Men's Basketball Coach Greg Jackson, Sheraton Dover Hotel, Dover, Delaware.
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children selected to receive endowment
Partnership established with Dreamhaus Communications, Dallas, Texas, to develop website
Partnership established with Richards, Layton, & Finger, Wilmington, Delaware, to provide legal services
Second Annual Fundraiser to be held honoring Ms. Jean Wadman, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Sickle Cell Program, Alfred I. uPont Hospital for Children, and Dr. Sophie Lanzkron, Director, Sickle Cell Center for Adults at Johns Hopkins; featuring special guest, “Dr. Robin” L. Smith, Bestselling author and contributor, “The Oprah Winfrey Show”
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