American Diabetes Association
Attributed
Mission Statement
*
To prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
Health
Wellbeing
American Diabetes Association provides diabetes education, research funding, and advocacy for diabetes prevention and treatment as a nonprofit organization.
Healthcare
Headquartered in:
United States
Year founded:
1939
Nonprofit / Charity
Established
201–500
employees
Mission Themes
Health
Clinical, medical, or disease-focused improvement.
Wellbeing
Holistic quality of life: mental, emotional, and physical wellness.
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The
American Diabetes Association
mission statement was last checked on
January 15, 2026