The mission of the Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (MOFAS) is to eliminate birth defects caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy and to improve the quality of life for those individuals and families affected. MOFAS works collaboratively within communities to provide resources and support for families living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). We strive to build partnerships and improve services for individuals and families.

FASD is an umbrella term describing the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy.

Click here to learn more about FASD.

MOFAS is Hiring. MOFAS has a position open for a Native American Resource Coordinator. This position will provide coordination of prevention, family support programs and public awareness in Native American communities in Minnesota.

Click Here to view the position description.


Congratulations to MPR! MOFAS would like congratulate Tom Robertson and Cara Hetland from MPR on winning a MN AP Broadcast award for their series: "Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: The Invisible Disorder."

Click Here to read the full press release and for a link to the series.

Online Training New! Now available through a partnership with Eager-to-Learn, "Exploring the Invisible Disability of FASD" is being offered online! The training starts in June and ends in July.

Click Here for more information.


MOFAS Trainings MOFAS offers trainings throughout the year for professionals and for caregivers. Many upcoming trainings have been added for caregivers. If you are interested in scheduling a training for your agency, click here to email MOFAS.

Click Here to see a current list of the trainings MOFAS offers.

In 2004 MOFAS (Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome) launched the FASD Statewide Initiative as a result of legislation passed by the Minnesota legislature. This legislation allowed the Minnesota Department of Health to create a contract with MOFAS to develop a statewide program that includes FASD prevention and intervention services and programs.

Through community grants, professional education, public awareness and diagnostic services MOFAS is working to reach individuals affected by FASD, their families and caregivers, and providers across Minnesota.

Click Here for information on the objectives and progress of the FASD Statewide Initiative.