Our Mission

The primary mission of the KMD Advocacy Center is focusing on the commitment to equitable care and treatment for individuals and families living with sickle cell disease

Our Mission and vision

Our Mission is to assure social and economic investment in the equitable care and treatment of individuals and families living with sickle cell across the lifespan.

Facilitate and Promote Legislation

Increase federal investment in sickle cell care, treatment, and curative therapies to improve the lives of individuals and families.

Champion Programs and Initiatives

Enhance the capacity of personal and medical caregivers and community-based organizations.

Education and  Research

Inform and advance the interests of individuals and families living with or post sickle cell.

Lead Policy Research

Update data on the number of individuals living with sickle cell in the United States, including those not captured in newborn screening and immigrants.

Advocate for Urgent Action

Increase federal investment in sickle cell as a public health emergency, requiring critical coordination of treatment and care standards.

Highlight Economic and Social Contributions

Demonstrate how strategic investment in individuals and families living with sickle cell can enhance community and economic contributions.

Foster Philanthropic Support

Invite and create a culture of philanthropic support around sickle cell disease as with other life-threatening illnesses.

Together, We Transform
Together, We Transform
Together, We Transform
Together, We Transform
Together, We Transform
Together, We Transform
Together, We Transform
Together, We Transform

This is the new generation of events

These events not only provide opportunities for fundraising but also serve as platforms to raise awareness about Chari's mission.

We stand for increased national investment, equity in treatment, transparency, and education.

Core values