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Did you know that nearly 25,000 American youth are diagnosed with diabetes every year?

July is National Make a Difference for Children Month—a time to raise awareness about the challenges children face and inspire action to make an impact in their lives. At the American Diabetes Association^® (ADA), we're committed to making a difference for kids who need us most, especially those living with or at risk for diabetes.

Kids like Ulyssia.

She knew something wasn't right. She spoke up—again and again—until she finally got tested. That's when she received the diagnosis that changed everything.

"Since being diagnosed [at age 15], I have gone through very many rough patches. Sometimes I feel like I need to take care of myself perfectly so that I can have good health. Other times, I feel like I don't care what happens to me and I just want to give up…Now that I'm 18 years old, I still struggle to take care of myself. I am much happier and take better care of my diabetes, but it really is a struggle at times"

— Ulyssia

But we can help children like Ulyssia. Thanks to donors like you, the ADA offers life-changing programs like Project Power for youth, ADA Camp, and Safe at School^®—ensuring that children living with diabetes feel seen, supported, and empowered every step of the way.

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This month, and every month, you can be the reason a child feels hopeful by supporting the programs that help children living with diabetes thrive.

Read Ulyssia's full story.