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American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is the nation's leading non-profit health organization providing diabetes research, information and advocacy. Our worldwide professional membership of over 20,000 recognize the Association as the authoratative provider of continuing education in the field of diabetes treatment. Founded in 1940, the Association conducts programs in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, reaching hundreds of communities.
The mission of the Association is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
To fulfill this mission, the American Diabetes Association funds research, publishes scientific findings, and provides information and other services to people with diabetes, their families, health professionals and the public. The Association is also actively involved in advocating for scientific research and for the rights of people with diabetes.
About "I Decide To Fight Diabetes"
I Decide To Fight Diabetes is a fundraising campaign designed to motivate those affected by diabetes to take action to stop diabetes in its tracks and inspire everyone to live healthier lives and make better choices when it comes to preventing and managing diabetes. Proceeds from the monies raised through the ID Day and personalized I Decide logo products will support ADAs research, information and advocacy efforts across the country.
The ID Day will raise the level of awareness by inviting people everywhere in the workplace, at school, and in organizations to participate. ID Day is a day of action where participants are urged to jumpstart their personal fight against the disease. Those involved in ID Day are asked to pledge $5, eat a healthy lunch, and wear sneakers to work in order to take an afternoon exercise break all to actively become engaged in the fight against diabetes.
I Decide is symbolized by a signature sterling silver charm - a representation of the commitment to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of all people affected by the disease. In addition to the charm, people can transform a picture of themselves or a loved one into their very own I Decide logo, putting a face to the fight against diabetes. With a few mouse clicks, visitors can select a t-shirt, tote bag, mug, magnet or postage stamp, and have their ID personalized logo printed on the items. To show your support and to get your charm or logo gear, call 1-800-DIABETES or visit www.diabetes.org/idecide.
