Our Mission
The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) Hawaii Chapter is dedicated to finding cures for inheritable blood disorders and addressing and preventing complications of these disorders through research, education, and advocacy enabling people and families to thrive.
Our Mission ... In Action
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Giving you education & support for you and your family is our top priority. Our programs will help you connect with others, give you important information on care, and gain support.
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We fight to protect access to quality healthcare and treatments we need to live healthy lives, but we can't do it without your voice. Discover how you and your family can make a big difference by joining our advocacy efforts.
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We provide year-round events and fundraisers to spread awareness, educate and generate crucial resources in support of our mission. We hope to see you at our next event!
News Articles
The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) has announced its 2026 Excellence Fellowship recipients, recognizing outstanding healthcare professionals whose research aims to improve care and outcomes for people living with bleeding disorders.
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The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) honored emerging researcher Paxton Mills with the 2026 Lived Experience Expert of the Year Award at its Bleeding Disorders Conference in Orlando, Florida this August. Paxton is a person who has never let her bleeding disorder define her but instead has used it to inspire her research aspirations and future career.
When Experience Inspires Research
Each year, NBDF honors the incredible individuals who make a difference in the bleeding disorders community. From the advocates who tirelessly push for better access to care, to the providers who go above and beyond for their patients, to the volunteers who ensure that nobody with a bleeding disorder feels alone, NBDF’s Awards of Excellence honor the amazing people and chapters who contribute so much to the betterment of people with bleeding disorders. Our community is stronger because of the work they do. Please join us in celebrating the 2026 recipients of NBDF Awards of Excellence.
