About
Our Mission
To transform lives and cure Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) by empowering youth leaders, accelerating scientific breakthroughs, and ensuring equitable access to care—starting in Philadelphia and expanding globally.
- Philly Inno “25 Under 25” Innovators Award
- National Science Talent Award in Medical Innovation
- U.S. Navy, Air Force, and Army Research Commendations
- Top Young Entrepreneur in Health Tech (2025)
- Features in Healthcare Innovation Journal and Youth Science Today
Our Story
The Kopp Foundation for Diabetes began with one young innovator’s mission to change the future of T1D. As a teenager living through the realities of chronic illness in his community, Max Kopp invented a non-invasive glucose monitor and realized the power of youth-led innovation. He founded the Foundation to ensure others—especially young people—wouldn’t have to face diabetes alone or in silence.
Today, we harness that same spirit by equipping young leaders with the tools to reimagine T1D detection, treatment, and advocacy. Through research partnerships, youth-led campaigns, and access programs, we are building a future where no child’s potential is limited by diabetes.
Why Type 1 Diabetes?
Though only 5–10% of diabetes cases are T1D, it strikes early and demands lifelong insulin therapy. Many children and teens—especially in underserved communities—face steep barriers to care, education, and hope. We are here to change that.
Our Impact
We’re building a model in Philadelphia that we can replicate nationally and globally—with a focus on T1D youth populations.
Patients
T1D patients reached with
insulin and CGM support
Volunteers
Youth and
Volunteers mobilized
innovations
Breakthrough innovations
in the pipeline.
Support & Resources
Board of Directors
Legal governance, ensures compliance, oversees finances, approves strategy, supports fundraising.
Executive Team (Staff)
Manages programs, fundraising campaigns, communications, daily operations
Founders’ Leadership
High-profile leaders and advisors providing networks, mentorship, and credibility (no legal responsibility).
Volunteers
Run programs, events, and community outreach.
