Skip to navigation MENU Navigation National Multiple Sclerosis Society Search Lawry Circle Sylvia Lawry founded the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in 1946, hoping to cure her brother Bernard’s MS, and she led the Society as Chief Executive until 1982. Bernard passed away in 1973, followed by Sylvia in 2001. The Lawry legacy is an international movement that aggressively funds research, advocates for change, and provides programs and services that help everyone affected by MS move their lives forward. The Lawry Circle is comprised of people who know we must vigilantly pursue a world free of multiple sclerosis. Lawry Circle members demonstrate their commitment to improving the lives of those affected by MS by establishing a deferred gift for the Society through their will, trust or estate plan. Through their generosity, Lawry Circle members offer a lasting legacy of support to all people affected by MS. You can also join the Lawry Circle by writing a legally valid will or trust, and including the National MS Society as a beneficiary. We’ve partnered with FreeWill to give you a free online tool that will help you create a legacy and become a member in 20 minutes or less. Learn more and get started here. Deferred Gifts Deferred gifts represent an expression of lifetime commitment to the Society. There are no minimum gift levels, and Lawry Circle membership is for life. Examples of deferred gifts include but are not limited to: Bequest intentions in a will Charitable gift annuities Charitable trusts Designating the Society as beneficiary of a retirement account Designating the Society as beneficiary of a life insurance policy — or the donation of a policy Planned Giving Support the mission to create a world free of MS by including a gift to the Society as part of your estate and financial planning. LEARN MORE ABOUT PLANNED GIVING SHARE Share Become a Research Champion AN MS RESEARCH REVOLUTION Support MS Research Understanding and ending MS can’t come fast enough – it will take all of us working together. It’s easy to be a champion for MS Research – join us and proudly let everyone know that you’re helping to lead the MS Research Revolution. Become a Research Champion GET EMAIL UPDATES The best way to stay up to date on research and important advancements in MS is to sign up for email updates. Get Email Updates Colophon STAY INFORMED JOIN US What Is MS? Symptoms & Diagnosis Treating MS Resources & Support Living Well with MS Research Get Involved Program Calendar About the Society Vision Careers Leadership Cultural Values Our Story Financials News Newsroom MS Prevalence Charitable Ratings Corporate Support Helpful Links Donate Fundraising Events National MS Society Blog COVID-19 Información en Español Glossary Legal Notice/Privacy Policy Site Map Site Tour Contact Us For Professionals Researchers Physicians Nurses Rehabilitation Professionals Mental Health Professionals Health and Wellness Professionals © 2021 The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a tax exempt 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Its Identification Number (EIN) is 13-5661935. We use cookies to provide an enhanced experience, to keep our site safe and to deliver specific messaging. By accepting, you consent to the use of all cookies and by declining, only essential cookies will be used to make our website work. More details can be found in our Privacy Policy.