Meningitis B is a deadly bacterial
infection that took Kimberly’s life

- one week before her high school graduation.

 
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The Kimberly Coffey Foundation works to educate the public and healthcare professionals about bacterial meningitis (meningococcal disease) and the importance of full immunization with two different types of meningococcal vaccines - MenACWY and MenB.

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Meet
Kimberly Coffey

When we think of Kimberly, we think about her warm, kind and compassionate heart, radiant smile, and witty sense of humor.


Advocate: American Society for Meningitis Prevention

Formerly the Meningitis B Action Project, our goal is to empower all people to take action to prevent meningococcal meningitis.


Meningitis: What You Need
To Know

Meningitis is a life-threatening bacterial infection that can kill in a matter of hours. Young people are at increased risk.

 

Kimberly Coffey Foundation
Memorial Scholarship

Learn how we are supporting the next generation of nurses and how you can participate.


Our Work: Improving Vaccination Policy

The Kimberly Coffey Foundation works to improve meningococcal disease vaccination policies across the country.


Donate:
Every Little Bit Counts

Together we will ensure that no other child will die or be affected by meningococcal disease.

 

Videos: Why does meningococcal disease prevention matter?

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