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- EIN 23-7178345
- (216) 229-8600
- Po Box 1971 Cleveland OH 44106-0171 USA
- http://www.ascaa.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Community Health Systems, Health, Specifically Named Diseases
Mission: The American Sickle Cell Anemia Association is a comprehensive health organization whose mission is to connect with families, inspire hope, and improve their quality of life. We are ultimately working to create a world without sickle cell disease.
Results: The American Sickle Cell Anemia Association (ASCAA) is a Cleveland-based 501(C)(3) organization operating in the state of Ohio. Founded in 1971, the ASCAA is the world’s oldest sickle cell and hemoglobinopathy service organization. We are also the largest repository of statistical and case information beneficial to the worldwide patient network and the medical establishment. In addition, our overall focus is to provide a wide range of medical-social-work-oriented services to individuals and families diagnosed with either the sickle cell trait or variants of the disease itself. Since its inception, the agency has served more than 400,000 families.
Target demographics: individuals and families with sickle cell anemia, as well as spread awareness about the chronic illness
Geographic areas served: Cleveland, OH
Programs: Sickle Cell and You, Sickle Talk, and direct supportive services to our communities.