About Us
The Sickle Cell Association, Inc. aims to improve the quality of life for individuals affected by sickle cell through education, advocacy, counseling and support services.
Programs and Services
Public Awareness and Education
To increase public knowledge and understanding of sickle cell disease.
Scholarship Award
Educational scholarship opportunities to ensure that individuals living with sickle cell can keep their dreams alive even when facing physical setbacks and economic burdens.
Emergency Assistance Program
The Emergency Assistance Program provides help to qualified patients who are facing economic emergencies that affect their quality of life including housing, utilities, uninsured medical expenses and food insecurity.
Ambassador Program
Give those living with sickle cell a voice and a platform to share their experiences with the community.
Legislative Advocacy
Our legislative advocacy program focuses on achieving local, state and federal policies that are critical issues to the sickle cell community.
The Walk for Sickle Cell Disease is our largest source of revenue.