South Florida Veterans Affairs Foundation for Research and Education

The South Florida Veterans Affairs Foundation for Research and Education (SFVAFRE) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the research and educational missions of the Miami VA Healthcare System. Established to provide a flexible funding mechanism, the foundation manages research grants and clinical trial agreements from both federal and private industry sponsors. Its work spans a wide range of medical disciplines, including cardiology, mental health, and infectious diseases, with a specific focus on conditions affecting the Veteran population. SFVAFRE collaborates closely with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine to facilitate high-impact clinical and translational research. By providing administrative and financial oversight, the foundation ensures that VA investigators have the resources necessary to develop innovative treatments and improve patient outcomes.