~About Fund a Cure~
JDRF’s mission is the same today as when it was
founded in 1970 by a small group of parents—to find a cure for
type 1 diabetes (T1D) and its complications through the
support of research. Today, JDRF is the largest charitable funder of
T1D research. Thanks to the tireless efforts of tens of thousands
of supporters, we have driven major scientific advances that
have resulted in life-changing therapies for the millions of people
who live with this disease. JDRF is now the only organization with
the scientific resources, regulatory influence, and a strategic
research plan to end the disease. Together, we are working
toward a world without T1D.
JDRF offers individuals and companies the opportunity to
contribute directly to T1D research through our Fund A Cure
campaign, by making a 100% tax-deductible contribution that
directly funds JDRF research. Your generosity and commitment
to the JDRF mission will help us turn
Type One into Type None.
Honorees: Scott and Michelle Christy
Event Chairs: Mark and Mary K. Knobel