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About Us
Out Now: 2025 Annual Report
Discover the American Diabetes Association's impact in 2025 across our strategic pillars of research, advocacy, education, and community connections.
A Message from the ADA’s CEO
There’s something about an anniversary that calls for reflection.
Few people in 1940 could have imagined the research breakthroughs, treatment advances, and policy wins that were to come—and the far better outlook that people living with diabetes have today. The ADA’s 85th anniversary has energized our community and reminds us of just how much is possible when we fight together.
Millions of Americans are counting on us to drive even more discoveries—and end these diseases once and for all. And because of your support, we’re not stopping.
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2025 Highlights
This year, the ADA marked 85 years of driving discovery and research to prevent, manage, treat, and ultimately cure diabetes. To learn more, access the full timeline.
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1940
Americans with diabetes have no organization devoted to them and their health—until good people come together. The ADA is born.
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1949
Kids with diabetes can’t go to summer camp because of their health needs. ADA creates a place just for them.
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1952
Innovations in diabetes care are needed to save lives. To meet the challenge, the ADA accelerates research. The ADA Research Program is founded. It has now put hundreds of millions toward studies.
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1963
Insulin can only be delivered through a syringe, motivating scientists to come up with new technology. The first wearable insulin pump is invented.
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1977
Measuring blood glucose management over time is difficult. That ends when the gold standard in measurement arrives. The A1C test is developed.
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1984
Evidence-based national standards for diabetes education were needed, so the first National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) were published.
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1989
Health care professionals lack reliable, up-to-date best practices for diabetes care. The ADA fills the need. The ADA begins publishing the Standards of Care in Diabetes.
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1999
Children with diabetes aren’t always protected in school. The ADA works toward safer conditions. The Safe at School® campaign begins.
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2012
Children at risk for type 2 diabetes need good nutrition and physical activity. The ADA is there for them. The ADA launches Power Up, which evolved into today’s Project Power.
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2023
Many struggle to afford lifesaving insulin—until major legislation is passed. Medicare puts a $35 monthly cap on insulin after years of ADA advocacy.
RESEARCH
Groundbreaking Research Matters
Eighty-five years in, the ADA is moving faster than ever to expand our research portfolio and turn discoveries into real hope for the millions of people living with diabetes, prediabetes, and/or obesity.
We fund early-career investigators, foster the next generation of research leaders, and support the biggest, brightest ideas we can find to generate effective new treatments and put us on a path to a cure.
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ADVOCACY
Bold Advocacy Matters
As the leading voice for people living with diabetes, obesity, or both, the ADA is always fighting for you. We fight for your right to affordable treatment and technology, to be treated fairly at work and school, to receive high-quality healthcare, and more.
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EDUCATION
Trusted Education Matters
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to caring for our health. For 85 years, the ADA has led the way in evidence-based education that empowers people to prevent and manage diabetes, obesity, or both so that they can live well and thrive. We also provide healthcare professionals with the most current information and resources they need to deliver optimal care to the people they treat.
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CONNECTION
Meaningful Connections Matter
At the ADA, we never forget the people at the heart of our mission: the millions living with diabetes, obesity, or both; the caregivers who stand by them; and the healthcare professionals who dedicate their careers to helping them live well. For 85 years, we’ve built strong networks of support, connecting people to the resources, information, and communities that make it possible to lead healthier, fuller lives.
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Support
Collaborations Matter
Leading the fight for those affected by diabetes and obesity requires unique donors who are invested in accelerating our mission and impact. These supporters enable us to improve the lives of those we serve.
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SUMMARY OF FINANCES
Your Donation Impact
Gain a deeper understanding of how the ADA uses the generous donations from supporters, partners, and government institutions to improve the lives of people with diabetes.
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Give Today and Change lives!
With your support, the American Diabetes Association® can continue our lifesaving work to make breakthroughs in research and provide people with the resources they need to fight diabetes.