JDRF

About JDRF

• Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) was founded in 1974 by parents of children with type 1 (juvenile) diabetes.
• JDRF is the leading charitable funder and advocate of diabetes research in the world.
• JDRF’s mission is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research.
• JDRF is driving the development and delivery of research to find a cure.
• JDRF Canada is one of six affiliates around the world, including Australia, Denmark, India, Israel, and the United Kingdom.

Click here for a Fact Sheet on JDRF

To read about some amazing research that JDRF is able to do with your help please click here.

Telus Walk to Cure Diabetes

The annual TELUS Walk to Cure Diabetes unites communities across Canada to raise funds to cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes. The TELUS Walk is an outdoor celebration where families, friends and organizations can raise funds and awareness and make a difference in the lives of over 300,000 Canadians living with type 1 diabetes.

JDRF’s signature fundraising event, the TELUS Walk raised over $7.5 million in 2011, thanks to the incredible efforts of participants, sponsors and volunteers.

In 2012, JDRF, with your support, is targetting to raise $7.9 million through the TELUS Walk, directing more funds to research than ever before! To exceed our goal, we need your support! Here’s how you can join us:

Participate in a Walk in your community! Register, raise a suggested minimum fundraising amount of $100 and show your spirit on event day!

• Pledge a participant (search for your friend, colleague or family member), and show them your support of their efforts!
• Make a general donation to support the 2012 TELUS Walk to Cure Diabetes.