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Stop CMV (also referred to as The CMV Action Network) is a non-profit organization that raises public awareness of congenital CMV (cytomegalovirus), educates the public about CMV prevention measures, engages in outreach activities aimed at parents and families of children born with congenital CMV, and advocates for the needs of the congenital CMV community. The organization was originally founded in November 2003 by Janelle Greenlee shortly after her twin daughters were born affected with congenital CMV. The organization was incorporated in May of 2009 and officially recognized by the IRS as a 501 (c)(3), non-profit organization in November of 2009.

Mission
The mission of Stop CMV and The CMV Action Network is to prevent and eliminate congenital CMV and to improve the lives of all people affected by congenital CMV. The organization has attracted a diverse board of directors, recruited dozens of Area Representatives throughout the United States and worldwide, and garnered the support of thousands of members, becoming a powerful force in the congenital CMV community.