On Saturday, May 9, 2015 the JDRF Georgia Chapter raised a record-breaking $2 million at its 20^th Anniversary Hope for a Cure Gala! This fundraising effort, led by Gala Chairs, Jill and John Kampfe, exceeded our $1.7 million budget making the Georgia Chapter’s event one of the top 5 JDRF galas in the country this year. The generosity of the Kampfes, whose daughter Anna was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 9, along with our sponsors and donors will enable us to continue funding incredible diabetes research.

During this year’s Gala program, we celebrated the legacy of long-time supporters, Barbara and Duke Roos. In recognition of their commitment to JDRF, the Living and Giving Award was renamed the “Barbara and Duke Roos Living and Giving Award.” This newly-minted award was presented to Laura and Rutherford Seydel for their dedication to the Georgia Chapter and JDRF’s mission.

In addition to awards presentations, Robin Meade, HLN Anchor, served as our guest host. Guests also enjoyed an after-party with a performance by Atlanta’s own Yacht Rock Review.

The JDRF Georgia Chapter thanks everyone who made this spectacular evening possible!