MICHAEL LANG OF GRAND RAPIDS NAMED MICHIGAN LUPUS FOUNDATION BOARD CHAIR
(Michigan – June 16, 2026) – The Michigan Lupus Foundation is pleased to announce that Michael Lang of Grand Rapids, MI has been appointed as Chair of its Board of Directors. Lang is the founder of Lang Recruiting, a boutique recruiting firm originally established in New York City and now expanding to the Grand Rapids area. He brings both personal commitment and three years of board experience, including two years as Vice Chair, to the role.
“I'm thrilled the Board of Directors has elected Michael Lang as Chair of the Michigan Lupus Foundation,” said Kimberly Dimond, Executive Director. “Michael brings exceptional leadership skills, a collaborative spirit and a genuine passion for our mission. I look forward to working alongside him as we advance our work and make an even greater impact on the lupus community in Michigan.”
Lang’s connection to the foundation is deeply personal. “I got involved because my twin sister was diagnosed with lupus at 14 years old,” he said. “Years later, I still didn’t fully understand lupus, even with my sister having it. After she experienced a health setback, I realized it was time to get involved and stop sitting on the sidelines.”
As Chair, Lang has his sights set on expanding the foundation's reach across the state. “I want to continue to grow the foundation. We are going to reopen our Lupus Love Project, helping people in the lupus community who are struggling to pay bills. We are going to be more visible at walks and community events. We have a great opportunity to bring awareness to lupus, and I am honored to help lead the way.”
For volunteers interested in joining the Board of Directors, visit https://www.milupus.org/board-application.
About Lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes the body’s immune system to attack its own healthy tissues and organs. It can affect any part of the body causing widespread pain and inflammation. No two cases of lupus are exactly alike. Symptoms can range from mild to severe including extreme fatigue, fever, joint pain and organ damage. Lupus may cause problems with your skin, kidneys, heart, lungs, nerves or blood cells. Lupus affects each person differently and may go into periods of flares and remissions. There is no cure for lupus, only medications to treat symptoms.
About the MI Lupus Foundation
The Michigan Lupus Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that exists to improve the quality of life for those living with lupus through support, education and research with the goal of finding a cure. The foundation provides financial and informational resources for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers including support groups, counseling services, educational opportunities, state and nationwide research efforts, advocating with lawmakers at the state and federal level to amplify the patient voice, as well as hosting awareness events across the entire state of Michigan. The Michigan Lupus Foundation has been continually serving Michigan since 1974 and is working to build a brighter future for all lupus patients and their families. For more information, visit milupus.org.
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