Who We Are
GOBDF brings wellness to the lives of people with bleeding disorders and comfort to those who love and care for them.
Our History
The Greater Ohio Bleeding Disorders Foundation (GOBDF) was founded in 1954 as a support group by parents with children with hemophilia. GOBDF has grown from a volunteer support group to a comprehensive full service organization with more than 65 years of community service. In 2024 we merged with the Central Ohio chapter, servicing a total of 54 counties in the eastern half of Ohio.
Our Mission
To enhance the quality of life for people with genetic bleeding disorders and their families, through advocacy, education, research and other constituency services.
54
Counties Served in Ohio
4
Hemophilia Treatment Center Partners
70
Years Serving Those with Bleeding Disorders
25+
Opportunities Each Year to Connect Through Programning
Our Community
Staff
Tanya Stewart
Executive Director
Dawn Evans
Associate Director
Kathy Cole
Program & Event Director Director
Tracy Cohn
Patient Engagement Manager
Taylor Wilson
Outreach Coordinator
Randi Clites
Ohio Dental Program Manager
Executive Director
Dawn Evans
Associate Director
Kathy Cole
Program & Event Director Director
Tracy Cohn
Patient Engagement Manager
Taylor Wilson
Outreach Coordinator
Randi Clites
Ohio Dental Program Manager
Medical Advisory Members
Susan Hunter, BSN, RN-BC
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Irene Boehlefeld, BSN, RN-BC, CPHON
Akron Children’s Hospital
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Irene Boehlefeld, BSN, RN-BC, CPHON
Akron Children’s Hospital
Board Members
Kendra Adams, President
Marra Cercone, Treasurer
Danielle Schwager, Vice President
Billy Bernard, Secretary
Brittany Selby
Marra Cercone, Treasurer
Danielle Schwager, Vice President
Billy Bernard, Secretary
Brittany Selby
The GOBDF has grown from a volunteer support group to a comprehensive full service organization with more than 70 years of community service.
Executive Director
