MS, I’mpossible
Turning challenges into possibilities - empowering young adults with Multiple Sclerosis to live fully and lead boldly.
What We Do
MS, I’mpossible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to empowering young adults with MS to help them navigate the diagnosis and pursue a life full of possibilities.
For Our Young Adults with MS (YAMS): our programs create a strong network of support, offering opportunities for connection, empowerment, and growth. These programs include, but are not limited to, community support, financial aid, and resources for newly diagnosed.
For All: our community engagement initiatives, events, and outreach efforts bring awareness to MS and foster greater understanding and support for those living with the condition. Through collaborations with donors, partners, and the public, we amplify our mission and create a broader impact.
Since launching in January of 2024, MS, I’mpossible has made a lasting difference in the lives of young adults living with Multiple Sclerosis from all over the U.S.:
300+
Young Adults Supported: Through our community programs, we’ve built a network that helps young adults navigate their MS journey with strength and hope.
29
Financial Aid Clients: Our grants have provided critical support for young adults in need, helping them manage their MS-related costs and improve their quality of life through life-changing alternative therapeutic approaches.
75+
Care Packages Delivered: Personalized care packages sent to young adults newly diagnosed with MS, offering comfort and essential resources to help them on their journey.
Who We Are
Behind this work is our founder, Claudia Longo - a former high school All-American who went on to play Division 1 soccer at the University of Washington..
Just as her future was taking off, Claudia was diagnosed with MS at 18. The diagnosis temporarily sidelined her - but not for long. She returned to UW, earned a degree in neuroscience, and continued competing as a student-athlete - channeling her strength and resilience both on and off the field.
During those years, Claudia began to realize how little support existed for young adults living with MS. While MS is often seen as a disease that affects older adults, thousands of young people are diagnosed in their teens and twenties. Many face isolation, financial hardship, and a healthcare system that doesn’t always meet their needs.
At the age of 23, Claudia launched MS, I’mpossible to fill that gap. What began as one young woman’s determination to make things better has grown into a national community of young adults who are navigating MS together - and who all believe…
“MS, I AM POSSIBLE”
Our work centers on empowering individuals to live fully with MS, supported by our three core services:
