Scientific Research
Funds innovative studies to discover diabetes cures, improve treatments, and understand disease mechanisms
Funds research, provides education, and advocates for people living with diabetes
About Organization
The American Diabetes Association leads national efforts to prevent and cure diabetes while improving the lives of those affected by the disease. Based in Arlington, VA, the organization operates with 773 employees and generated $152.2 million in revenue in 2024. The Association supports scientific research, community programs, and policy advocacy across the United States.
Scientific Research
Funds innovative studies to discover diabetes cures, improve treatments, and understand disease mechanisms
Patient Education
Delivers evidence-based information and wellness programs to help people manage diabetes effectively
Health Equity
Addresses diabetes disparities through targeted research, clinical programs, and nutrition initiatives for underserved populations
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2024)
$152.2M
+0% vs 2024
Assets (2024)
$253.9M
+0% vs 2024
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | $152,241,578 | $132,618,849 | $253,865,740 | 773 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $136,787,149 | $123,974,766 | $231,397,688 | 706 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $119,142,003 | $112,574,478 | $213,679,073 | 394 |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $138,165,721 | $81,812,695 | $186,412,830 | 333 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $117,484,126 | $99,897,169 | $147,139,202 | 515 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Award grants to scientists investigating diabetes prevention, treatment, and potential cures
Provide reliable information and resources to people with diabetes and healthcare professionals
Push for policies that improve access to care and reduce diabetes burden
Invest in clinical trials and translational science to advance diabetes care
Services and programs offered by American Diabetes Association
Awards grants to early investigators and established researchers working to find cures and better treatments for diabetes
Provides disease information, wellness resources, and educational programs including American Diabetes Month and wellness breakfasts
Addresses health disparities through clinical research, translational science, and targeted support for underserved communities
Works with healthcare providers to improve diabetes care quality and patient outcomes nationwide
Meet the people behind American Diabetes Association.
1992
1992
Received federal tax-exempt status as a national diabetes organization
2020
2020
Maintained operations with 515 employees during COVID-19 health crisis
2021
2021
Achieved $138.2 million in revenue supporting diabetes research and education
2024
2024
Grew to 773 employees with $152.2 million revenue serving diabetes community
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2024)
$4.7M
Highest Paid
$1.3M
Charles D Henderson
Compensated Officers
10
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles D Henderson | Chief Executive Officer | $867,611 | $420,200 | $1,287,811 | 037 |
| Charlotte M Carter | Chief Operating Officer | $458,750 | $116,570 | $575,320 | 037 |
| Brandi Broome | Chief Development Delivery Officer | $397,397 | $146,368 | $543,765 | 037.5 |
| Simone Grapini-Goodman | Chief Marketing Digital Officer | $320,293 | $63,663 | $383,956 | 037.5 |
| Robert A Gabbay | Chief Scientific Medical Officer | $343,148 | $29,267 | $372,415 | 037.5 |
| Elle Uh | Chief Strategy Officer And Chief Of Staff | $300,480 | $53,592 | $354,072 | 037.5 |
| Sean C Mcdonough | Senior Vice President General Counsel | $275,172 | $46,194 | $321,366 | 037.5 |
| Lisa A Murdock | Chief Advocacy Officer | $230,919 | $66,102 | $297,021 | 037.5 |
| Terri Wiggins | Senior Vice President, Health Equity | $230,720 | $44,726 | $275,446 | 037.5 |
| Nuha El Sayed | Senior Vice President, Health Care Improvement | $231,660 | $31,295 | $262,955 | 037.5 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles D Henderson | Chief Executive Officer | $714,447 | $337,267 | $1,051,714 | 037 |
| Robert A Gabbay | Chief Scientific Medical Officer | $614,008 | $107,086 | $721,094 | 037.5 |
| Charlotte M Carter | Chief Operating Officer | $401,768 | $57,076 | $458,844 | 037 |
| Brandi Broome | Chief Development Delivery Officer | $326,007 | $121,075 | $447,082 | 037.5 |
| Simone Grapini-Goodman | Chief Marketing Digital Officer | $300,102 | $43,606 | $343,708 | 037.5 |
| Sean C Mcdonough | Senior Vice President General Counsel | $242,142 | $33,806 | $275,948 | 037.5 |
| Alana Seger | Senior Vice President, Field And Revenue Operations | $208,657 | $62,951 | $271,608 | 037.5 |
| Lisa A Murdock | Chief Advocacy Officer | $218,413 | $35,401 | $253,814 | 037.5 |
| Terri Wiggins | Senior Vice President, Health Equity | $207,962 | $39,078 | $247,040 | 037.5 |
| Nuha El Sayed | Vice President, Health Care Improvement | $213,663 | $7,284 | $220,947 | 037.5 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles D Henderson Effective May 1 | Chief Executive Officer | $610,335 | $195,079 | $805,414 | 037 |
| Robert A Gabbay | Chief Scientific Medical Officer | $579,883 | $69,031 | $648,914 | 037.5 |
| Charlotte M Carter | Chief Financial Administrative Officer | $390,761 | $42,398 | $433,159 | 037 |
| Sean C Mcdonough | Senior Vice President General Counsel | $228,497 | $23,304 | $251,801 | 037.5 |
| Alana Seger | SVP Field Revenue Operations | $188,127 | $37,348 | $225,475 | 037.5 |
| Lisa A Murdock | Chief Advocacy Officer | $192,840 | $23,195 | $216,035 | 037.5 |
| Kelly A Mueller | Senior Vice President, Strategy | $197,406 | $9,421 | $206,827 | 037.5 |
| Nuha El Sayed | Vice President, Health Care Improvement | $202,489 | $2,009 | $204,498 | 037.5 |
| Laura B Hieronymus | Vice President, Health Care Programs | $192,033 | $11,343 | $203,376 | 037.5 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracey D Brown Through October 6 20 | Chief Executive Officer | $1,047,921 | $138,575 | $1,186,496 | 036.9 |
| Robert Gabbay | Chief Scientific Medical Officer And Office Of The CEO | $457,210 | $42,390 | $499,600 | 036.9 |
| Charlotte M Carter | Chief Financial Officer And Office Of The CEO | $324,015 | $29,537 | $353,552 | 036.9 |
| Jacqueline Sebany | Chief Marketing Digital Officer | $279,912 | $36,632 | $316,544 | 037.5 |
| Charles Henderson | Chief Development Officer And Office Of The CEO | $294,338 | $16,308 | $310,646 | 036.9 |
| Sean Mcdonough | Vice President General Counsel | $240,778 | $16,411 | $257,189 | 037.5 |
| Kathy Nesbitt Effective March 22 20 | Chief Operating Strategy Officer | $243,120 | $12,533 | $255,653 | 037.5 |
| Kelly Mueller | Vice President, Program Management Office | $168,154 | $34,924 | $203,078 | 037.5 |
| Christa Wilson Through July 15 2021 | Vice President, Information Technology | $180,260 | $8,562 | $188,822 | 037.5 |
| Alana Seger | Vice President, Central Territory | $171,036 | $17,336 | $188,372 | 037.5 |
| Lisa Murdock | Senior Vice President, Advocacy | $178,646 | $6,231 | $184,877 | 037.5 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracey D Brown | Chief Executive Officer | $733,386 | $358,773 | $1,092,159 | 036.9 |
| Robert Gabbay Effective 7120 | Chief Scientific Medical Officer | $324,140 | $7,650 | $331,790 | 037.4 |
| Eloise Scavella Through 103020 | Chief Operating Strategy Officer | $276,559 | $16,966 | $293,525 | 037.5 |
| Charlotte M Carter | Chief Financial Officer | $246,353 | $16,311 | $262,664 | 036.9 |
| Linda Cann | Senior Vice President, Professional Services | $214,553 | $43,097 | $257,650 | 037.5 |
| John Agos Through 7120 | Chief Strategic Development Officer | $234,280 | $16,868 | $251,148 | 037.5 |
| Paul Nalbandian | Associate Publisher, Advertising Sales Sponsor | $208,937 | $23,026 | $231,963 | 037.5 |
| Jacqueline Sebany Effective 12120 | Chief Marketing Digital Officer | $202,557 | $21,705 | $224,262 | 037.5 |
| Charles Henderson Effective 1620 | Chief Development Officer | $218,833 | $972 | $219,805 | 037.5 |
| Jeanine Jones | Vice President, HR Operations | $194,587 | $15,122 | $209,709 | 037.5 |
| Greg Liptak | Vice President, Quality Improvement | $188,342 | $14,365 | $202,707 | 037.5 |
| Sean Mcdonough | Vice President General Counsel | $188,445 | $6,629 | $195,074 | 037.5 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)
Total Approved
$10.3M
Total Forgiven
$10.4M
101% forgiven
Jobs Retained
717
Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.
Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov
| Agency | Award ID | Type | Period | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HHS | NU58DP007372 | COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT (B) | 2023-2028 | $7,500,000 |
Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.
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