Thank you for visiting the JDRF North Florida Chapter web site. There’s much to explore during your visit to the site including information about our two core special events, the Walk to Cure Diabetes and Miracles Gala, as well as information on outreach activities, support for families living with type 1 diabetes, advocacy happenings, partnership materials, photos from recent events, volunteer opportunities, information about the staff and board of directors and so much more!

As an organization we welcome and encourage your involvement. If you are interested in getting more involved, give us a call. We’d love to hear from you! And, if you are visiting just to keep in touch, welcome back and keep checking back for the latest news. And, be sure to “friend us” on Facebook or connect with us on Twitter. That’s a great way to always be connected.

In Partnership for a Cure,
Brooks Biagini
Executive Director

The GATE Foundation and Stores Raise $72,000 for JDRF in March!

Throughout the month of March, GATE gas stations sold JDRF paper sneakers for $1 each to raise money for JDRF.

While last year's GATE campaign raised an overwhelming $65,000 for JDRF, it was wonderful to hear that this year's totals were even HIGHER! Thanks so much to the GATE Foundation for recently presenting a check to us for $72,000! We are so happy to be putting this donation toward improving lives of people living with T1D and dramatically pressing forward research toward a cure. THANK YOU!

Tallahassee's 4th Annual Volunteer Walk to Cure Diabetes Sets Record!

The success of the Walk to Cure Diabetes in Tallahassee wouldn't have been possible if not for our dedicated volunteers who organized and led a memorable event on April 14th at Tallahassee Community College. Over 300 family and corporate teams joined the fun by participating in warm ups and enjoying a 2 or 3 mile walk. Following the walk, there was face painting, bounce houses, raffle prizes, and lunch for all to enjoy.

Congrats to Tallahassee for raising the most amount of money ever for diabetes research through their Walk - over $43,000 and still counting!

Click here to view event day photos!

Upcoming Gala Themed "Derby After Dark"

Put on your derby hats and head to the Sawgrass Marriott on October 6, 2012 for a truly memorable night! The formal evening will include a cocktail hour, silent and live auctions, a special Fund A Cure segment, inspirational program, dinner, entertainment, and dancing!

You will not want to miss out on this opportunity to raise important funds for diabetes research. Please email us to reserve your tickets or sponsorship today. There will be more information to follow soon. Also, please let us know if you are interested in volunteering on a planning committee!

Special thanks to this year's honoree, The GATE Foundation, our presenting sponsor, VISTAKON, A Division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. and to Gala Co-Chairs Heather King and Jennifer Trednick!

Nemours Support Group

Families and children with T1D are invited to the Nemours Children's Clinic's monthly support group. Upcoming dates are June 5 (for families & their preschoolers with T1D), July 3 (for elementary aged children and families), and August 7 (for all ages).

Please contact Kathy for more information and to RSVP.

Trial Net Research Opportunities in Jacksonville

Trial Net is a global network of researchers in 150 locations within 18 countries dedicated to the study, prevention, early detection and early treatment of type 1 diabetes.

Did you know that a simple blood test could detect an increased risk for T1D months to years before symptoms appear? If you have a relative with T1D, you are at a higher risk of being diagnosed yourself compared to a person with no family history of the disease.

While funding is essential for research, participation in research is also vital in finding, "The Cure." T1D has been cured over 200 times in mice, but researchers can only learn so much from non-human subjects. Please consider participating in research opportunities.

Email Leslie Burkhalter, UF Clinical Recruitment Coordinator at lburkhalter@pathology.ufl.edu or call (904) 463-8604 for more information.

Countdown Magazine has Now Gone Paperless and is On the Web

Have you heard about Countdown Magazine? Get news about JDRF's progress toward better treatments and a cure for type 1 diabetes. View the latest issue and subscribe here!

Current & Upcoming Events

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May 21, 2012: Do you have an interest in biking? If so, please join JDRF for Happy Hour to learn more about the destination Ride to Cure Diabetes program. Speak with past and current riders and see why the Ride program is an exhilarating way to support research for a cure. RSVP to the Happy Hour by emailing us or calling 904-739-2101. The event will be held from 5:30pm-7:00pm at the Speckled Hen Tavern & Grille - first drink is FREE! Read more.

June 1, 2012: Take part in a T1D Coffee Chat at Panera Bread in Jacksonville Beach starting at 9:30 a.m. Our guest speaker for the morning will be Rebecca Helquist, RD, LD/N, Certified Diabetes Educator. Please email Pam to RSVP today. Hope you can join us for a fun, informative morning!

June 5, 2012: Walk Awards Reception! Walkers who have raised $500+, teams that have raised $1,000+, all corporate sponsors, and in-kind partners will be celebrated at the JDRF Walk Awards Banquet! Those receiving recognition are invited to join us at Maggiano's Little Italy in the St. John's Town Center from 5:30 to 7 pm. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Lauren now!

October 6, 2012: Miracles Gala, "Derby After Dark" to be held at the Sawgrass Marriott. More details to follow.

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