We are the Thalassemia and Blood Disorders Foundation(TBDF), a dedicated non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by thalassemia and other related blood disorders. Our mission is to advance research, promote awareness, and support the well-being of those living with these challenging conditions. We strive to empower patients and their families, while working towards innovative treatments and ultimately, a cure. Our foundation is a beacon of hope, providing resources, support, and a connected community to ensure that no one has to face these disorders alone.
E-mail: tbdfkadapa@gmail.com | Phone: +919177908778
About us
Who we are
Ravi Kumar Kasuvu
Our Story
For more than ten years, the Thalassemia and Blood Disorders Foundation, a 68/2019 nonprofit organization, has been a strong and supportive partner for families living with thalassemia. Although now national in scope, TBDF began on a local level – a fact reflected in the continuing importance of our local chapters.
In 2012, Ravi Kumar Kasuvu was a young Indian businessman working and living in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh when two of his young children were diagnosed with a rare blood disease, Thalassemia Major.
Ravi Kumar Kasuvu began organizing neighborhood blood drives to make sure that his children and others like them would have the precious blood they needed to survive. Even though these blood drives were successful, Ravi Kumar realized that more was needed.
One Day, Ravi Kumar and the parents of other Thalassemia Major patients met in the ward of GGH-RIMS Hospital Kadapa to discuss what they could do to help their children and let the state know about this rare disease. From that meeting, the seeds of the Thalassemia and Blood Disorders Foundation were sown.
Since that day, TBDF has grown into a district and state force with an extraordinary record of accomplishments. TBDF established the first Fellowship Program for thalassemia research and has become a strong voice in Kadapa for thalassemia patients and their families.
What began as the story of one man’s family is today the story of many families working together toward a common goal – better treatments and a cure for a disease which threatens their most precious resource – their children.
MISSION
To promote and implement national awareness programmes for the prevention and treatment of thalassaemia and other haemoglobin disorders and to eradicate the Thalassemia/Sickle Cell Anemia Blood Disorders and make the society as Thalassemia Free in every affected district/state.
VISION
ensure equal access to quality health care for every patient with thalassaemia and other haemoglobin disorders across the state.
Our Core Values
TBDF has four core values that are more than just buzzwords. They’re at the center of our office culture and drive our daily work.
Compassion
We provide empathetic support to address the diverse challenges faced by individuals with thalassemia and blood disorders and their families.
Empowerment
We are dedicated to empowering thalassemia children to live fulfilling lives despite their condition.
Advocacy
We actively advocate for better healthcare policies and increased funding to support individuals with thalassemia and blood disorders, ensuring they receive the attention and resources needed.