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Our member organizations are at the heart of SCDAA. These groups provide direct support and advocacy to community members across 29 states and allow us to reach more people and make a greater impact. We offer membership to community-based organizations (CBOS) to join us in our efforts to provide education, increase awareness, support individuals living with sickle cell disease and sickle trait and their families and find a universal cure for this life-threatening disease.

Why Become a Member Organization?

SCDAA is the national leader in sickle cell outreach and advocacy. We value the work of our CBOs, and we work collaboratively across the country to affect positive change at the national, state and local levels. By joining us as a member organization, you demonstrate your commitment and dedication to your cause and community. SCDAA members also gain access to exclusive support from the national office to support their reach and mission.

Membership Requirements:

SCDAA accepts community-based organizations (CBOs) that in the following categories:

  • Direct Service Agency – Organizations providing case management, testing and screening, counseling and/or medical home assistance and other direct support services to warriors and their families.
  • Support Service Agency – Organizations supporting and providing resources to warriors and their families who need help with medical bills, transportation, career counseling/planning, medical co-pays, funerals/burials, housing, clothing, food, SSI/Disability, insurance applications and more.
  • Advocacy Service Agency – Organizations dedicated to raising awareness by disseminating SCD/SCT information, attending health fairs and participating and/or hosting local advocacy events.