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
We are pleased to announce that the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) has been approved for a funding award through the Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award Program, an initiative of the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). The funds will support our work in prioritizing and standardizing patient-centered outcomes for women, girls, and people with the potential to menstruate with bleeding disorders.
NBDF is excited to inform U.S.-based clinicians and other interested individuals of a new series of virtual educational opportunities organized by our friends at the Irish Haemophilia Society (IHS). The IHS is hosting a series of clinical webinars on key topics developed for healthcare providers practicing in the global bleeding disorders community.
The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) is delighted to announce that Maximilian (Max) Igielinski from Westlake, Ohio, was selected as the recipient of the 2026 Kevin Child Scholarship (KCS), an annual scholarship for students with hemophilia pursuing post-secondary education. The Child family selected Max as this year's KCS award recipient from among more than 30 applicants.
