In concordance with the mission of The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America; “to advocate for and enhance our membership’s ability to improve the quality of health, life and services for individuals, families and communities affected by sickle cell disease and related conditions, while promoting the search for a cure for all people in the world with sickle cell disease.” The Sickle Cell Association of New Jersey (SCANJ) is here to help, educate, and advocate in the fight against sickle cell disease.

Programs include:

• Francis Thompson Walton Scholarship Program
• Transition Program
• Health Care Provider Referral
• Adult Support Groups
• Dr. Charles Drew Blood Drives
• Take Control of Your Health CDSMP Workshops
• Thanks for Giving Concert
• Sickle Cell Sabbath
• Ambassador Program
• Sickle Cell Day at the Capitol—Advocacy
• Sickle Cellabration
• Dr. Charles F. Whitten Awards for Outstanding Service
• SCANJ 24/Seven Line-Dance Marathon

Age Groups	Children Adolescents Adults Seniors
Community Services	Basic Needs / Assistance Clothing / Supplies / Furniture Education Colleges & Universities Employment / Training Life Skills Training Vocational Training Family & Support Services Case Management Racial / Social Justice Legal / Advocacy Advocacy (Legal)
Health Services	Medical Medical / Health Needs
Treatment Services	In-Community Services Outreach Services
Areas Served	State-Wide

Last Updated: 06/12/25