Founded in 1988 by Jeannie Peeper, a woman with FOP, the IFOPA was originally established because Ms. Peeper wanted to bring people with FOP together Our primary sources of funding come from FOP family fundraising, public contributions, IFOPA special events, and private foundations The IFOPA provides many programs and services to our members, families and community Our mission is to eliminate FOP as a health concern through education, advocacy, research and support