PADRE Foundation
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
PADRE Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on pediatric and adolescent diabetes education and support. Founded about 40 years ago by a parent seeking resources after a young diagnosis, it serves families in Orange County and the surrounding area through a range of activities, including educational classes, psychosocial activities for youth and teens, community events, and caregiver-focused sessions that address diabetes safety and management. Based in Orange, California, the organization engages families by providing ongoing education and social support as they navigate the realities of living with diabetes, emphasizing the family-oriented nature of the condition. The foundation operates within the nonprofit sector and maintains an active schedule of programs designed to inform and support those affected by Type 1 diabetes and related needs.