National Eczema Association

What National Eczema Association does

The National Eczema Association (NEA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit patient advocacy organization founded in 1988 and headquartered in Novato, California, that serves the 31+ million Americans living with eczema. Its mission spans three pillars: research, education, and advocacy. Operationally, NEA runs a Research Grants Program that has invested nearly $4.9 million in eczema science since 2004, with $465,000 awarded to nine investigators in 2026 across five grant categories (Champion, Challenge, Spotlight, Catalyst, and Engagement).

Its product surface is a portfolio of programs rather than a unified software product. The Seal of Acceptance is a trademarked certification mark awarded to skincare and household products that pass a Scientific Oversight Committee review, including avoidance of the proprietary Ecz-clusion List of prohibited ingredients. Distribution runs through the Seal of Acceptance Product Directory, the Provider Finder, expert-led webinars, the Eczema Visual Guide, the NEA News & Stories blog, and an owned website that draws roughly 1 million monthly page views and 75,000+ newsletter subscribers. Community engagement is delivered through the NEA Ambassadors volunteer program, free Living Well with Eczema city-based workshops, the annual Eczema Awareness Month (#UnhideEczema), the Eczema Expo conference (paused for 2026 to rebuild as Expo 2.0 in 2027), and the Virtual Hill Day lobbying event.

Revenue is generated from four streams rather than direct user fees: individual donations and fundraising; corporate partnerships via a Corporate Council and a Corporate Engagement Pathway for early-stage pharma and biotech; government grants, including a four-year CDC grant awarded in October 2023 for atopic dermatitis awareness; and advertising/sponsorship sold against the website, social channels, email newsletter, and events. NEA is accredited by the National Health Council, Charity Navigator, BBB, and GuideStar, and is a member of the Global Skin international dermatology patient alliance.

Name

National Eczema Association

Legal name

National Eczema Association

Website

https://nationaleczema.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The National Eczema Association is a 501(c)(3) patient advocacy nonprofit, founded in 1988, that funds eczema research, certifies eczema-safe products via the Seal of Acceptance, and serves the 31+ million U.S. eczema patients and caregivers through education, community programs, and policy advocacy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Patient Advocacy & Health Education (Nonprofit)

NAICS

Social Advocacy Organizations (8133), Administration of Public Health Programs (923120)

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Psoriasis & Eczema Specialty Care (HLAKACAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF), Dermatology & Topical Skin Treatments (HLAIADAE)

Keywords

• Patient advocacy services
• Eczema research funding
• Healthcare education resources
• Community health support
• Disease awareness campaigns

Headquarters

HQ city

Novato

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: NEA relies on charitable donations from individuals to fund its mission of research, education, and advocacy for eczema patients. The organization is a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
2. Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorships: NEA generates revenue through Corporate Council and Corporate Engagement Pathway programs with pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, skincare brands, and medical industry partners. Includes advertising on website, social media, and email newsletters; event sponsorships; and the Seal of Acceptance certification program.
3. Government Grants: NEA receives grant funding from government agencies, specifically a four-year CDC grant for atopic dermatitis awareness and disease management initiatives.
4. Advertising and Event Sponsorship: Revenue generated through advertising opportunities on NEA's website (1 million monthly page views), social media channels, and email newsletters (75K+ subscribers), as well as event sponsorship opportunities including Living Well with Eczema workshops and Eczema Awareness Month activities.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The National Eczema Association delivers free patient education, community programming, and advocacy services to the 31+ million Americans living with eczema. It funds eczema research through an annual grants program (nearly $4.9 million invested since 2004) and certifies skincare and household products via its trademarked Seal of Acceptance program, which is evaluated by a Scientific Oversight Committee of dermatologists and allergists using a proprietary Ecz-clusion List of prohibited ingredients. The organization also convenes the community through the annual Eczema Expo, free Living Well with Eczema workshops, the NEA Ambassadors volunteer network, expert-led webinars, and policy advocacy such as Virtual Hill Day.

Product overview

The National Eczema Association operates a patient advocacy and education ecosystem rather than a unified software product. The core offerings include the Seal of Acceptance certification program that evaluates and certifies skincare and household products for eczema-safe ingredients, paired with an online Product Directory for consumers to find certified products. Educational services include expert-led Webinars, an Eczema Visual Guide, and the News & Stories Blog. Community engagement is delivered through the annual Eczema Expo conference, Living Well with Eczema city-based workshops, NEA Ambassadors volunteer advocacy program, and Virtual Hill Day lobbying events. Research advancement is supported through an annual Research Grants Program funding investigators across multiple categories. The organization also runs annual Eczema Awareness Month campaigns and provides a Provider Finder directory.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Seal of Acceptance: A certification program for products suitable for people with eczema and sensitive skin conditions. Products must meet strict standards established by NEA's Scientific Oversight Committee and undergo testing for sensitivity, irritation, and toxicity.
• NEA Ambassadors
• Living Well with Eczema
• Eczema Expo

Products and services

• Seal of Acceptance Certification Program Trademarked certification program that evaluates and certifies skincare, OTC medicine, and household products as suitable for eczema-prone and sensitive skin, based on dermatologist-led review, sensitivity/irritation/toxicity testing, and avoidance of the Ecz-clusion List. Designed for skincare and consumer product brands seeking credibility with the eczema community.
• Eczema Expo (Annual Conference) Annual in-person gathering bringing together eczema patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, and industry experts for education, expert-led sessions, and community connection. Paused in 2026 for a relaunch as Expo 2.0 in 2027.
• Living Well with Eczema (Community Workshops) Free in-person community workshops held in U.S. cities featuring expert guidance, practical tools, and meaningful connections to help people navigate everyday life with eczema.
• NEA Ambassadors Program Volunteer advocacy program connecting people with eczema and their caregivers to advocacy, research, and community outreach opportunities, including Virtual Hill Day lobbying events with congressional offices.
• Research Grants Program Annual grant program funding eczema research across five categories (Champion, Challenge, Spotlight, Catalyst, and Engagement) supporting basic science, clinical, and translational studies. Approximately $4.9 million invested since 2004.
• NEA Webinars Expert-led educational webinars covering eczema care topics including skincare trends, the atopic march, microbiome, eye health, and patient-centered care conversations. Free to patients and caregivers.
• Virtual Hill Day Annual virtual event in which NEA Ambassadors hold meetings with U.S. congressional officials to advocate for eczema policy priorities including step therapy reform (Safe Step Act), CDC funding, and DoD research program inclusion.
• Eczema Awareness Month Annual October awareness campaign (with the #UnhideEczema initiative) raising awareness about eczema through community video stories, educational content, and advocacy activities.
• Provider Finder Online directory tool that helps eczema patients and caregivers find healthcare providers experienced in eczema care, including dermatologists, allergists, and pediatricians.
• Seal of Acceptance Product Directory Searchable online directory of products that have earned the NEA Seal of Acceptance, browsable by category including moisturizers, sunscreens, cleansers, OTC drugs, laundry, and household products.
• Eczema Visual Guide Picture-based educational guide showing how eczema presents across all skin tones, body areas, and eczema types to help patients and caregivers identify and understand the condition.
• Corporate Council & Corporate Engagement Pathway Multi-tier corporate partnership program (Corporate Council for established pharma and Corporate Engagement Pathway for early-stage biotech and consumer brands) providing patient-experience input for drug development, clinical trial engagement, and access to the NEA community.

Quantifiable outcome

• NEA has invested nearly $4.9 million in eczema research since 2004, with $465,000 awarded to nine investigators in 2026 alone.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core and minor.

• Dermatology TimesstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerDermatology Times serves as NEA's Strategic Alliance Partner, a leading dermatology publication providing media exposure and industry connections for NEA's mission and programs.
• Pharmaceutical Companies (Corporate Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate Council brings together key players in the eczema industry including pharmaceutical companies, eczema patients and caregivers, plus NEA leadership. This elevates diverse patient experiences into the development of novel therapies and places patient experiences at the core of future eczema research and treatments.
• Early-Stage Pharmaceutical and Biotech Companies (Corporate Engagement Pathway)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Corporate Engagement Pathway program helps early-stage pharmaceutical, biotech and related companies include the eczema patient experience in their research and development phases. Partners gain understanding of treatment burdens from the patient perspective.
• Skincare Brands and OTC Medicine CompaniesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartners include skincare brands and over-the-counter medicine companies seeking the Seal of Acceptance certification and access to the eczema community through NEA's marketing channels and product directory.
• U.S. Congressional OfficescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEA Ambassadors and staff engaged with 27 congressional offices during the first-ever Eczema Policy Summit to advocate for policy priorities including the Safe Step Act, CDC funding, and DoD research program inclusion.
• Safe Step Act SponsorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSenator Adam Schiff (CA) and supporting congressional offices co-sponsoring the Safe Step Act after meeting with NEA Ambassadors, representing bipartisan support for step therapy reform legislation.
• OneSkinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOneSkin earned the NEA Seal of Acceptance for all its skincare products, validating the company's commitment to formulating products safe for eczema-prone skin. Products underwent rigorous evaluation including avoidance of Ecz-clusion List ingredients, clinical testing, and NEA review.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• National Psoriasis Foundation: Largest US patient advocacy organization for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, with a comparable Seal of Recognition product certification program, research grants, advocacy, and community events. Closest functional peer because eczema and psoriasis are clinically adjacent inflammatory skin diseases with overlapping patient populations and the same product-certification model.
• Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA): National patient advocacy nonprofit for asthma and allergies, with strong research funding, certification programs (asthma & allergy friendly), policy advocacy, and educational content. Directly comparable mission structure and overlaps with NEA via the atopic march (eczema, asthma, allergies are clinically linked).
• Allergy & Asthma Network: Patient advocacy nonprofit serving asthma, allergy, and related conditions including eczema. Comparable in mission, patient-education focus, and policy advocacy, with similar fundraising and corporate-partnership models.
• Lupus Foundation of America: Major US chronic-disease patient advocacy nonprofit with national research grants, advocacy campaigns, patient education, and corporate partnerships. A close operational peer in the chronic-disease advocacy space, with comparable revenue mix and program structure.
• Skin Cancer Foundation: US nonprofit focused on skin cancer education, prevention, and research with a Seal of Recommendation product program. Directly comparable as a dermatology patient-advocacy organization with a branded product-certification mark.
• American Skin Association: US nonprofit supporting dermatology research, education, and awareness across multiple skin conditions including eczema. Comparable in scale, mission, and research-grant-funded model.
• National Rosacea Society: US nonprofit patient advocacy organization for rosacea that funds research, provides patient education, and runs awareness programs. A peer-sized organization with a similar chronic-skin-disease advocacy and research-grant model.

Broad incumbents

• American Academy of Dermatology (AAD): The largest US professional dermatology association representing virtually all practicing dermatologists. A broader incumbent that overlaps with NEA on eczema education, research, and policy but is clinician-focused rather than patient-advocacy focused, and operates at much larger scale.
• Global Skin: International alliance of dermatology patient organizations of which NEA is a member. Functions as an umbrella and policy voice across skin conditions globally — a broader incumbent that overlaps with NEA's international advocacy and patient-group networking.

Regional players

• National Eczema Society (UK): UK-based national patient organization for eczema offering nearly identical services (information, community, research, advocacy). A regional peer serving a different geography but the same disease area and patient-advocacy model as NEA.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors3 records

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