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Philanthropy
Through the kindness of your major gift to JDRF, you can drive forward ground-breaking research and bring cures for type 1 diabetes ever closer.
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Why choose JDRF?
We are the leading global type 1 diabetes charity and have consistently been at the forefront of major breakthroughs into the prevention and treatment of type 1.
We focus on doing three things, and doing them well:
- We invest in world-class research to find a cure faster and to improve treatments and prevention until that day arrives.
- We support and connect both people living with the condition and parents of children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
- We campaign for better treatments, including providing access to type 1 technology for everyone who wants to use it.
To achieve our ambitious research and advocacy goals, we collaborate with the best minds in the field.
Our impact
Read our latest impact report and find out more about the research we fund that will cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes and its complications. Our report includes supporter and researcher stories as well as a snapshot of the incredible advances that we have made possible.
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Our most important partner is you
By making a major gift to JDRF you are joining us on our mission for a world without type 1.
Patronage options
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The Patrons’ Club
Supporting pioneering research into type 1 diabetes, our Patrons’ Club offers a unique route to shape the future for people living with this complex condition.
![A microscopic image of immune cells in the spleen. Immune therapies are being researched as part of trying to find a cure for type 1 diabetes.](https://jdrf.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Immune-cells-in-spleen-immune-therapies-type-1-diabetes-research.jpg)
The Accelerator Programme
The Accelerator Programme is a new way of approaching type 1 research, enabling you to support a broad portfolio of ground breaking, international research. Since our foundation, we have consistently been involved in major breakthroughs that are improving the lives of people with type 1 and moving us closer towards a cure. The Accelerator Programme ensures that you are part of this solution.
It starts with a conversation
We can answer all your questions, talk you through the different options for patronage, and what your generosity will mean to our mission.
To get involved or find out more, please contact JDRF’s Philanthropy Team.