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Become a NatCapLyme member and enjoy all the following benefits:

  • Timely e-mail alerts
  • Special announcements about self-help and education programs
  • Special updates on Lyme and tick-borne disease research
  • Invitations to free regional and local events including our medically recognized physician speaker program
  • Free tick-borne educational materials and an information hotline
  • Free membership

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Volunteer

NatCapLyme is a volunteer organization made up of people from all walks of life. It is our volunteers who make the events that drive our mission possible. Without your enthusiasm, drive and dedication, we would not be able to accomplish all that we do. If you would like to volunteer your time, please complete the form below and indicate the areas where you would like to help as we have many areas of interest to choose from.

Events

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McLean Pet Fest

October 15, 2023, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

October 15, 2023 @ 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM - The McLean Community Center has created the “purrfect” event for local pet owners and their beloved animals! McLean Central Park will be alive with local pets and their families on October 15, 2023, when McLean Pet Fest takes place. NatCapLyme will exhibit at the McLean Pet Fest. Come and learn how to keep your pets [...]

10th Annual FinishLyme 5K & 1K Fun Run (Date to be announced)

May 1, 2024, 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

The 10th Annual FinishLyme 5K/1K Run will drive awareness and raise money to help find a cure for Lyme disease – the number one tick-borne illness in the United States. The FinishLyme 5K will also feature a 1K fun run, as well as an information fair to educate the public about Lyme disease, its causes, symptoms and treatments.

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North Carolina Virtual Support Group Meeting – June 10 at 12 noon

June 10, 2023, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Our North Carolina chapter will conduct its virtual meeting on Saturday, June 10 from 12:00 to 2:00 pm (EDT).

Hampton Roads Virtual Support Group Meeting – June 13 at 7:15 pm

June 13, 2023, 7:15 PM - 8:45 PM

Our Hampton Road chapter will conduct its virtual meeting on Tuesday, June 13, 2022 at 7:15 (ET).

Fairfax County Virtual Support Group Meeting – June 21 at 7 pm

June 21, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Our Fairfax County chapter will conduct its virtual meeting on June 21, 2022.

Loudoun County Virtual Support Group Meeting – Sunday, June 25 at noon

June 25, 2023, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Our Loudoun County chapter  will conduct its virtual meeting on Sunday, June 25, 2022 from 12:00 (noon) to 2:00 pm (ET). To receive an invite to this ZOOM session, please contact the meeting’s facilitator Mark Fedor at https://www.meetup.com/Loudoun-LymeAdovcates/ to sign up to attend the meeting.

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Eagle Scout Service Project

May 20, 2023, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

May 20, 2023 @ 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Produced by the McLean Community Center The festival is held at Lewinsville Park, 1659 Chain Bridge Rd. McLean, Va. 22101. CARNIVAL RIDES Friday, May 20, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Read more on AllEvents.in NatCapLyme will sponsor an Eagle Scout booth.  Drop by and learn about ticks and how to avoid them and the diseases [...]

TICK BUSTERS ARE ON THE MOVE!

May 1, 2023

We believe that books can inspire a reader to make their world a better place – starting in their own backyards and neighborhoods. NatCapLyme is requesting the opportunity to partner with you on a children’s reading campaign with our recently published educational series Tick Busters, Tickula Wanted Dead or Alive.

Eagle Scout Service Project

May 21, 2022, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

May 21, 2022 @ 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM - NatCapLyme will sponsor an Eagle Scout candidate and his service project at an information booth at the McLean Day Celebration.  Drop by and learn about ticks, how to avoid them and diseases they carry along with the great work our Eagle Scouts are doing to create awareness. Lewinsville Park 1659 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA

Lyme Disease Proclamation by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors

May 10, 2022, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

May 10, 2022 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM - The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors will present to NatCapLyme its declaration designating the month of May to be Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Fairfax County, VA. The ceremony will be held at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA, 22035 at 9:30 AM.

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Your tax-deductible contribution will serve those suffering with Lyme and tick-borne diseases, their families and the health professionals who treat them. With your generosity, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of people suffering from Lyme disease.

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Ever consider honoring family and friends on important occasions like weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, holidays, graduations and special events? You can, in lieu of traditional favors, make your wedding or special event even more meaningful by supporting NatCapLyme.

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May we first express our sympathy for your loss. A donation can be made in honor of your deceased loved one or friend by supporting NatCapLyme.

Please note the four tabs above to select the type of donation you wish to make. For example: General, Special Occasion, Memorial or Fundraiser

If you would like to personalize a message associated with your donation, there is a text box provided below for this purpose. We will then send an appropriate card with your sentiments.

Note: A PayPal account is NOT REQUIRED to make a donation. If you prefer to use a credit card, just look for the “pay using debit card or credit card” when you arrive at the PayPal page. However, if you do not complete this step, your donation will not be received.

Please note the four tabs above to select the type of donation you wish to make. For example: General, Special Occasion, Memorial or Fundraiser

Select a fundraising event you would like to support:

Note: A PayPal account is NOT REQUIRED to make a donation. If you prefer to use a credit card, just look for the “pay using debit card or credit card” when you arrive at the PayPal page.  However, If you do not complete this step, your donation will not be received.

Other Ways to Give

You can make a financial contribution to the National Capital Lyme Disease Association and support Lyme disease research and awareness from the options below:

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By Mail:

To donate by U.S. Mail, please make your check payable to the National Capital Lyme Disease Association and send to:

  • National Capital Lyme Disease Association
    P.O. Box 8211
    McLean, VA 22106-8211

You can also support Lyme Disease research and awareness through one of the options below:

  • Combined Federal Campaign
    The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is the annual fund-raising drive conducted by Federal employees in their workplace each fall. Each year Federal employees and military personnel raise millions of dollars through the CFC that benefits thousands of non-profit charities. NatCapLyme participates in this campaign and is listed as # 61506.
  • Matching Gifts
    You can double or triple the amount of your contribution to the National Capital Lyme Association through a Company matching plan. Many corporations have a matching gift program and will match your donation. Check with your employer to determine if they have a matching program.
  • GoodSearch.com
    A penny will be donated to the National Capital Lyme Association each time you use GoodSearch.com to search the web or for online shopping.

 

If you have any questions about donating to us, please send us an email or call us at (703) 821-8833.

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