JDRF

JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our strength lies in our exclusive focus and singular influence on the worldwide effort to end T1D. From funding innovative research to advocating for government action to providing a support structure for our community, no other organization does more to fight type 1 diabetes (T1D) than JDRF. Our vision: A world without type 1 diabetes. Our mission: Improving lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications.

JDRF was started by volunteers committed to creating a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D) for their children—and everyone else affected by the disease. Without their vision, it would have been impossible to grow into the organization we are today—or to devote so much time and money to funding T1D research. We celebrate the power of our volunteers and their ability to make a profound impact with their time and talents. That’s why we ensure our volunteers are best placed, trained, recognized and supported at every level. As a JDRF volunteer, you’ll join a tight-knit—but far-reaching—community that truly cares about finding a cure for everyone affected by this devastating disease. Your service will directly impact our ability to fund T1D research. We are hosting a charity cycling event in La Crosse, WI the weekend of August 10-13 and we are in need of volunteers to help support our event and we are hoping to recruit students who might be interesting in volunteering with us. The JDRF Ride is an unforgettable experience bringing together cyclists of all ages and skill levels from across the country to ride for a cure -- and we simply couldn’t do it without our volunteers! During Ride weekend you’ll be out there on the course making sandwiches, pouring pickle juice, filling water bottles, and cheering on riders at particularly challenging spots. Your support, smile, and enthusiasm mean so much to our riders and is what helps them pedal on! When you volunteer with us on Ride weekend you will truly feel the energy of our community. If you, your family, or friends would like to help out during Ride weekend, take a look at the Ride Volunteer Packet and complete the Volunteer Registration Form TODAY!