Our Vision
We envision a world without Alzheimer’s—a future where our collective efforts have led to a cure, and our mission is no longer needed.
Our Mission
Our mission is to end Alzheimer’s disease by driving innovative research and education rooted in prevention, early intervention, and functional medicine.
OUR GUIDING VALUES
Scientific Rigor
We fund only the most credible, peer-reviewed research, grounded in evidence and guided by expert oversight.
Integrity & Transparency
We hold ourselves accountable to our donors, partners, and the public—sharing our progress and financial stewardship openly.
Urgency with Purpose
Alzheimer’s and dementia won’t wait—neither will we. We act with urgency, driving progress toward a cure every day.
Compassion for Families
Behind every donation, grant, and breakthrough is a family impacted by memory loss. Their experiences fuel our work.
Collaboration
We believe scientific breakthroughs happen through partnership—with researchers, institutions, caregivers, and supporters.
Innovation
We embrace bold thinking and support research that challenges convention and accelerates discovery.
Commitment to Impact
We stay laser-focused on funding work that can make a measurable difference in the lives of those affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
Meet Our Founders
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Douglas Klinowski
Douglas Klinowski is the co-founder and CEO of the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation and a lifelong health entrepreneur with a background in healthcare management and a passion for advancing well-being through both science and service. Doug holds a B.S. in Health Care Management from the University of Alabama and has built a career leading medical ventures. His commitment to medical innovation is matched by his personal dedication to community and family: now a father of three, Douglas returned to his hometown to raise his daughters and invest in causes that matter. Inspired by the growing impact of Alzheimer’s on families like his own, he founded the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation to fund credible, forward-thinking research that brings hope and healing to those affected by memory loss.
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Hunter Antsine
Hunter Antsine is a co-founder of the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation and a leader with a diverse background in military service, corporate growth, and nonprofit advocacy. A former U.S. Coast Guardsman, Hunter played a key role in the rapid expansion of Rooms To Go, helping it become the largest furniture retailer in the U.S. His expertise is matched by a deep commitment to service: he has served as president of one of the Southeast’s largest Little League programs and led multiple chapters of the Florida Assisted Living Association, advocating for seniors and elderly. Inspired by the urgent need for progress in the fight against Alzheimer’s, Hunter co-founded the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation to fund groundbreaking research and bring hope to families affected by memory loss. In 2020, Hunter stepped back from management of the organization, and fellow co-founder, Doug, assumed sole leadership.
Board of Directors
Douglas Klinowski
Board of Directors Chairperson
Michele Wyatt
Treasurer
Terri Neipert
Secretary