Diabetes Associations and Foundations – HI: Diabetic associations and foundations in Hawaii provide vital services to diabetics and their families in their respective communities. Money these groups raise through fundraisers and events enable them to provide free patient and professional educational materials, medical devices like blood glucose monitors, and diabetic supplies. Their main goals are to raise diabetes awareness, help diabetics monitor and control their blood sugar, and prevent diabetes-related chronic renal failure, cardiovascular disease, or other complications.