Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is trying to turn Type One diabetes to Type None. JDRF was created to help people with type one diabetes (T1D). T1D comes out of nowhere and can be life threatening if not treated. “Symptoms of the disease can vary from person to person and include extreme thirst, frequent urination, drowsiness, sudden vision changes, an increased appetite, sudden weight loss, heavy breathing, sweet-smelling breath, and even unconsciousness.” (“A Relentless”) Type one diabetes happen when the pancreas stops producing insulin, which is a hormone that allows the body to get energy from food. People with T1D need to take insulin shots so that their body can get energy from food. JDRF’s three main parts are history,
stories of how the organization has helped people, and how to help the organization. JDRF’s first main part is its history. “Since its founding in 1970 by parents of children with type 1 diabetes, JDRF has awarded more than $1.3 billion to diabetes research, including more than $156 million in FY2008.” (“Rating for”) It shows how much parents in the past, cared for their kids and how parents today still care about their kids.
“The Juvenile Research Foundation (JDRF) provides more than 80 cents of every dollar to research and education about research,” (“How Can”) That 80 cents help people understand what is happening and it helps them take another step toward curing type one diabetes. “In the past decade, JDRF invested more than $16 million in diverse artificial pancreas research projects.” (“World Diabetes”) The artificial pancreas research helps researchers work to make a device that will automatically read blood glucose levels and release insulin when needed.
“JDRF has 96 locations in the U.S. with international affiliates in Australia, Denmark, The Netherlands, Canada, Israel, and United Kingdom.” (“World Diabetes”) With different locations, maybe, researchers can find a cure faster. “The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research.” (“Rating for”) Without their research, it might have taken longer to come as far as they have today. “JDRF funds research to deliver new treatments and therapies that make day-to-day life with T1D easier, safer, and healthier until complete prevention or a cure can be found.” (“World Diabetes”) JDRF tries to help the children’s lives easier so they can still do what they usually do. One of JDRF’s main parts is its history but the stories of the children and adults that it has helped, helped also. JDRF’s second main part is the stories of how the organization has helped people.
“Jeremy [Irvine] said: ”Without the research funded by JDRF I don’t believe I would be able to have the career I’m enjoying now. Thanks to the huge developments being made in the treatment of Type 1 diabetes no child should have to feel diabetes needs to stop then following their aspirations.” (“Harry Potter”) With the help of JDRF, Mr. Irvine might not have been a famous actor. One of JDRF’s main parts is the stories of the children and adults that it has helped but how its people can is also a
part.

JDRF’s third main part is how people can help their organization. You can help JDRF by donating. “Ways to give [are as followed:] general donation, tribute donation, planned giving, JDRF store, promotions that give back, stock donation, workplace giving, and vehicle donation.” (“Get Involved”) There is many ways for you to donate JDRF. “Our elite partners contribute more than $2,000,000 annually.” (“Get Involved”) Some of the following places are one who are partners: Advanced Auto Parts, Ford, Marshalls, and Walgreens “Contributing between $1,000,000 and $1,999,999 annually.” (“Corporate”) Hy Vee is the only one to contribute this amount. [Some are]“Contributing between $500,000 and $999,999 annually.” (“Corporate”) Some of the following places contribute: The Fresh Market and Wawa. [Some are] “Contributing between $250,000 and $499,999 annually.” (“Corporate”) Some of the following places contribute: Cash America, Dexcom, and Discover. [Some are] “Contributing between $100,000 and $249,999 annually.” (“Corporate”) Some of the following places contribute: Stop and Shop, Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation, and Whitlock. “The Walk to Cure Diabetes is a walkathon held in more than 200 locations throughout the year benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.” (“How Can”) This walkathon can help JDRF take another step toward changing the future for anyone with T1D. “By becoming a member of JDRF you are helping to find a cure for diabetes.” (“How Can”) Along the way you can meet new people, you can help spread awareness of T1D and JDRF, and you can help JDRF achieve their mission. “ You can help by volunteering at a JDRF chapter, working at an event, and by donating your leadership.” (“Volunteer.”) The following are ways to help volunteer: JDRF One Walk, JDRF Ride to Cure Diabetes, Team JDRF to Cure Diabetes, gala, and golf. “[Damon] Dash has type 1 diabetes and is an advocate for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.” (“Famous Faces”) Damon Dash helps JDRF by being an advocate. [Crystal Bowersox] “Now, having scared the number two spot in the competition. She’s using her fame as a platform to speak out about diabetes and is an advocate for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.” (“15 Celebrities”) Crystal Bowersox can tell all here followers about JDRF and she can help JDRF get more donations and volunteers.
Since being founded in 1970, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation has been searching for cure to type one diabetes. While they still are trying to find one, they have made it easier for children to go about their lives. To help find a cure, they need people to donate and volunteer. JDRF is made up of its history, stories of people it has helped, and how people can help them. Everyone working with JDRF has one goal, turning Type One diabetes to Type None.

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