The American Diabetes Association is dedicated to fighting the growing epidemic of diabetes through advocacy, support, and education. They are at the forefront of supporting federal and state legislation that positively impacts people with diabetes. The mission is to ensure that everyone affected by diabetes has access to the medication and insulin they need, is treated fairly in schools and the workplace, and that health equity becomes the standard across all healthcare settings. This organization believes health equity is a human right, and many Americans lack adequate healthcare.

Goals include making insulin affordable and accessible, promoting health equity for at-risk populations, ending diabetes discrimination, and increasing funding for diabetes research and programs.

The American Skin Association (ASA) is a unique collaboration of patients, families, advocates, physicians, and scientists dedicated to defeating melanoma, skin cancer, and other skin diseases. Serving over 100 million Americans affected by skin disorders, ASA's mission focuses on advancing research, championing skin health, particularly among children, and driving public awareness about skin disease.

Under the visionary leadership of ASA’s Chairman and Board of Directors, the organization has supported over 300 exceptional young scientists, committed $50 million to dermatological research, established a model laboratory at Weill Cornell Medical College, and provided educational resources through a free hotline, publications, and a website developed with The Rockefeller University. ASA also advocates for increased government funding for skin disease research.

The National Down Syndrome Adoption Network, a program of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati, is dedicated to ensuring that every child born with Down syndrome has the opportunity to grow up in a loving family. While they are not an adoption agency, facilitator, or attorney, they serve as a vital connection point between expectant or birth families and adoptive families within the United States. Their mission is to connect children with Down syndrome to families ready to provide a nurturing and supportive environment.

Founded in 1979, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) empowers individuals with Down syndrome and their families through policy change, resource provision, community engagement, and shifting public perceptions. Our mission is to ensure all individuals with Down syndrome are assured their human rights and valued by a more inclusive society. NDSS provides comprehensive resources, educational materials, and a helpline to support individuals from birth through adulthood, connecting them to local organizations and services.

NDSS also advocates for policies that positively impact people with Down syndrome at all government levels. We engage community advocates to improve healthcare, education, employment, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with Down syndrome. Our community engagement initiatives, including the Buddy Walk® Program and scholarships, promote inclusion and raise awareness. Guided by core values of service, integrity, collaboration, belonging, and respect, NDSS is committed to fostering a supportive and transparent community for all.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) envisions a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a caring community. NAMI's mission is to provide advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.

NAMI values hope, inclusion, empowerment, compassion, and fairness. They offer education programs across the U.S. through NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates, ensuring that families, individuals, and educators receive the support and information they need. NAMI hosts support groups for those with mental illness and caregivers, advocates for public policy, provides a toll-free HelpLine for information and support, and leads public awareness events to fight stigma and encourage understanding.

The Autoimmune Association is the world’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness, advocating, educating, and advancing research on autoimmune diseases. These diseases represent a significant public health issue, affecting millions globally. The Autoimmune Association works to increase public awareness and change the conversation around these diseases. They bring together scientists, physicians, and researchers from various disciplines to explore the root causes of autoimmunity, aiming to develop breakthrough treatments and ultimately find cures. Committed to empowering and educating patients, the Autoimmune Association provides support from diagnosis to treatment options, accessing care, managing comorbidities, and improving quality of life. Additionally, they actively work at the federal and state levels to ensure policies and regulations benefit those affected by autoimmune diseases.