National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation The NNPDF offers support and guidance to families and patients of those affected by Niemann-Pick Dise Mission: We are a non-profit group dedicated to supporting and empowering patients and families affected by Niemann-Pick disease through education, collaboration and research. Vision: We envision an enduring patient support community that embodies strength, hope and empathy for those affected by all Niemann-Pick Disease types. We believe deeply in the future of research that promotes clinical treatments with potential to improve patient quality of life and with intent to ultimately cure all Niemann-Pick Disease types.