Meningitis B is a deadly bacterial infection that took Kimberly’s life
Just one week away from her high school graduation
The Kimberly Coffey Foundation works to educate the public and healthcare professionals about bacterial meningitis (meningococcal meningitis) and the importance of receiving all necessary vaccines to help prevent it.
Meet
Kimberly Coffey
Kim was getting ready to go to prom, graduate from high school, and start her nursing education, but Meningitis B changed everything.
Advocate: American Society for Meningitis Prevention
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
We work to improve meningococcal meningitis 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.
Watch: Why does meningococcal meningitis prevention matter?