Defeat Diabetes Foundation, Inc. (DDF), is a 501(c)3 charity, established in September 1990, was incorporated on November 21, 1991 under the laws of the state of Florida as a nonprofit corporation, and is currently recognized in all 50 states.
Mission Statement
The Mission of Defeat Diabetes Foundation is the prevention, early identification and effective self
management of diabetes.
DDF has awareness and interactive programs in all 50 states and provides medical
supplies to developing nations. We offer critical information and education
programs with a focus on Type 2 diabetes, nutrition and physical fitness.
Awareness + Action = Prevention®
Vision
The vision for the organization is to show through the actions of the Executive Director, Andrew P. Mandell - Mr. Diabetes® (and other diabetic staff members), that diabetics are neither helpless nor hopeless and can lead productive lives. DDF will provide accurate, reliable, up-to-date information about the self-management of diabetes and show how Mr. Diabetes® utilizes these techniques in his daily life to avoid the significant complications of the disease. He will put a name and face on the disease and show through his actions how to advocate for appropriate solutions to diabetic issues.
Programs and Services
Defeat Diabetes Foundation conducts a variety of programs each year to promote awareness, prevention and early detection.
The Foundation maintains a website as a source of information for
anyone interested in health and especially for “pre-diabetics” and
diabetics that features content about diabetes, its complications and
the importance of self-management.
Defeat Diabetes Foundation conducts programs each year to promote
awareness, prevention and early detection.
The Defeat Diabetes Foundation Website, www.DefeatDiabetes.org:
A source for everyone interested in health, especially Diabetics and
Pre-Diabetics. It features a free on-line E-Lerts™ newsletter and very
comprehensive and understandable information about Diabetes health,
research, nutrition and fitness. There is original content from
medical and professional personnel in their areas of expertise. It
also contains sections on resources for diabetic support groups,
diabetic children’s camps, latest news and much, much more.
KIDD and Schools Programs:
Currently target elementary, middle schools and civic organizations
throughout the country by distributing Free of Charge the Foundations
unique Defeat Diabetes® Screening Test. We believe that the earlier
diabetes is addressed the better chance to control it or even prevent
it.
The
Martial Arts Defeat Diabetes® Community Action Project (MADDCAP™): is a health related program designed to propel the efforts of
martial arts citizen-teachers across the United States to educate children and their
community about diabetes. MADDCAP™ introduces community based awareness and
prevention projects to foster a healthier local community.
Medical Supplies: This program distributes
donated medical supplies to individuals and organizations worldwide.
D.A.N. Project (Diabetes Awareness Now): This is a Defeat Diabetes® Awareness Project
is a Public Service
Announcement campaign about the dangers of undiagnosed diabetes. It has
aired on QVC reaching 186 million homes worldwide and in local
communities throughout the United States on network affiliates. Established in memory of Dan Kerner.
Defeat Diabetes Foundation mails information to the general public
including the Defeat Diabetes® Screening Test Brochures, Diabetes Risk
Factors, Warning Signs and Harsh Realities brochure.
The Media Outreach Campaigns informs and educates The Media of the dangers of diabetes.
Advocacy Program: Mr.
Diabetes® testifies before Governors, Senators, Congressmen, State
Legislatures, Mayors, City Councils, and Civic Organizations to bring
awareness of the diabetic condition to governments and their health
agencies. The Foundation also provides information to the public
regarding legislation pending that would impact diabetes related
programs and services.
Mr. Diabetes® meets with leaders
of the medical community as well as hospitals, Diabetes Support Groups
and Senior Citizen Groups, Schools, Camps, and other venues.
We are committed to continuing this work for the 24 million diabetics and 57 million pre-diabetics in the United States with the disease. Diabetes is a global epidemic and we are working with individuals and organizations worldwide to promote awareness, early detection and self-management of the disease.
The Foundation is supported through donations by concerned individuals and is operated by contracted, salaried and volunteer services.
Defeat Diabetes Foundation does NOT provide professional medical advice. The information we provide is intended to help you better understand diabetes. It is NOT intended to replace the advice of your physician.
