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DIVABETIC LLC
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 204667908 · Form 990EZ · FY2023 · NTEE E70 · Health Care · Micro (<$100K) · divabetic.org
revenue
$88K
expenses
$90K
net assets
$39K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO TRANSFORM LIVES BY CHANGING ATTITUDES, BOOSTING SPIRITS, ENCOURAGING HOPE AND MOTIVATION FOR THOSE LIVING WITH, AFFECTED BY, OR AT RISK OF DIABETES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Divabetic LLC is a national nonprofit organization that provides non-clinical, culturally engaging diabetes education and support. It empowers women, men, and families living with or at risk of diabetes through a glam-focused, entertaining approach that combines personal stories, pop culture, and community outreach. Founded in 2005 and inspired by R&B legend Luther Vandross, the organization promotes attitude change, self-advocacy, and holistic wellness.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Diva TalkRadio – Divabetic Podcast
Podcast channel featuring interviews, personal stories, and expert advice on diabetes management, wellness, and relationships
Divabetic Clubs
Community-based support groups in cities including New York, Philadelphia, Cleveland, and West Palm Beach that provide peer-led diabetes education and empowerment
Makeover Your Diabetes Tour
15-city national outreach tour offering diabetes education, coaching, and support through interactive events and community engagement
Virtual Programs and YouTube Content
Online educational and inspirational content including videos, personal stories, and wellness tips accessible to a national audience
activities · 2 groups

What they do

  • Diabetes Self-Management & Prevention Programs 2 activities
    • Delivers diabetes education and support through in-person and virtual programs
      Conducts in-person initiatives such as diabetes coaching classes at the McBurney YMCA in New York City, a 15-city Makeover Your Diabetes Tour, and community partnerships with institutions like Mount Sinai Hospital, alongside virtual offerings including YouTube videos, podcasts, and online educational content.
    • Provides motivational and emotional support to individuals affected by diabetes
      Offers peer-inspired support through personal narratives and community engagement initiatives for individuals living with, affected by, or at risk of diabetes, emphasizing resilience and self-advocacy.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Shares personal stories to advocate for systemic improvements in diabetes care
      Amplifies real-life experiences of women facing financial and systemic barriers to diabetes care, including challenges with insurance access, to raise awareness and support advocacy efforts.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$88K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$88K100%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$90K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$40K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$39K
3 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue -13.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

board members · 1
  • JAMES KOSCH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 4

Who they work with

  • LutherVandross.com Partner — Supplies photographic materials used on Divabetic's website and programming.
  • Mount Sinai Hospital Partner — Partnered to present family diabetes outreach programs including Broomstick Bash and March Of the Penguins.
  • Pascale Armand Partner — Reposts casting notice for a short film by Pascale Armand focused on a family navigating a diabetes diagnosis.
  • Sony Records Partner — Provides music and archival content for Divabetic's tribute programming honoring Luther Vandross.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

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  • Entourage Model of Social Support
    methodology: entourage-model
    By promoting a personal "entourage" of support modeled on celebrity care teams, DIVABETIC encourages comprehensive, socially embedded diabetes self-management because sustained behavior change is more achievable when individuals are surrounded by encouragement, accountability, and expertise.
  • Integrated Mental Health Support
    methodology: mental-health-integration
    By integrating mental health support into diabetes management, DIVABETIC addresses the emotional and psychological barriers to self-care, because untreated stress, anxiety, and depression can undermine adherence and metabolic outcomes.
  • Psychosocial Support through Positivity and Empowerment
    methodology: psychosocial_support
    By using positive emotional experiences, glamour, and inspiration, DIVABETIC encourages hope and motivation, which they believe leads to improved well-being and better diabetes self-management because positive attitudes reduce fear and increase engagement in care.
  • Story-Based Empowerment Model
    methodology: story-based_empowerment
    By sharing real patient stories, DIVABETIC fosters insight and empowerment, particularly among women managing diabetes, because relatable narratives increase emotional resonance, reduce isolation, and model successful self-care behaviors.