Our Family

Our Vision

Telling the stories of the families who have been impacted by Influenza in order to save lives and promote both flu vaccination and awareness on this fatal disease.

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Nate Gorenstein
Stein Family
Stein Family
Blake Crane
Blake Crane
Hinderliter Family
Hinderliter Family

Our History

Founded in 2004, Families Fighting Flu (FFF) is a national, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) advocacy organization dedicated to protecting children, families, and communities against the flu. Our organization includes families whose loved ones have suffered serious medical complications or died from influenza, as well as other advocates and healthcare professionals committed to flu education and prevention.

Our Staff

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Michele Slafkosky

Executive Director
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Eric Stein

Marketing, Communications, and Programs Specialist

Board of Directors

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Gary Stein

President
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Joe Lastinger

Treasurer
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Amber McCarthy

Co-Secretary
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Jessica Richman

Co-Secretary
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Shelle Allen

Board Member
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Alissa Kanowitz

Board Member
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Jennifer Pool Miller

Board Member
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Doris Stein

Board Member
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Angie Wehrkamp

Board Member
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Jeb S. Teichman, M.D.

Board Member
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Michele Stevenson

Board Member

Board Emeritus

These honorable individuals helped form this organization and served on the Board of Directors for many years. Their passion and dedication over the years helped save countless lives.

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Glenn Moise

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Julie Moise

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Richard Kanowitz

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Jennifer Lastinger

Our Junior Members & Advocates

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Kaitlyn Covert

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Nate Gorenstein

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Katie Stein

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Lexi Kanowitz

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Taylor Coburn

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Alea Lastinger

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Caroline Austin

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Irelynd McCarthy

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Katie Miller

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Brandon Cascade

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Jenna Skoric

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Johnny Stein

Our Medical Advisors

Partners & Sponsors

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A team of devoted professionals providing us with guidance and insight on the latest research and findings in the fight against influenza.

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We deeply appreciate the support of our partners and sponsors in our efforts to protect children, families, and communities against influenza.