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. 

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
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
Medical Advisory Members Susan Hunter, BSN, RN-BC
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
The GOBDF has grown from a volunteer support group to a comprehensive full service organization with more than 70 years of community service.
Tanya Ricchi Executive Director