Event Details
EVENT DETAILS
Friday, May 9, 2025, at 6:00pm
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino – Islander Ballroom – *North Convention*
Cocktail Attire
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6:00 p.m.
GUEST CHECK-IN
Guest check-in is located in front of the Islander Ballroom.
6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
HOSTED COCKTAIL RECEPTION & SILENT AUCTION
While enjoying hors d’oeuvres and cocktail reception, guests can bid on the fabulous array of silent auction items and preview the items available in the live auction. Live auction packages include a trip to Cabo San Lucas, a unique chef experience at Echo & Rig, an Australian Labradoodle puppy, and more. You can view the live auction packages on our website.
6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
COMPLIMENTARY GUEST PHOTOS
Strike a pose in front of our event-themed backdrop or take your own selfie at one of the selfie stations. Event photos will be posted on the chapter social media accounts following the event.
7:15 p.m.
HONOREE RECOGNITION, DINNER, ENTERTAINMENT, LIVE AUCTION & FUND A CURE
As we pay tribute to this year’s honorees, the team at Echo & Rig, guests will enjoy a multi-course dinner, wine, entertainment by Stompin’ Brothers Dueling Pianos, a tribute to a special friend of Breakthrough T1D Andy Gruber, and the ever-popular live auction culminating with Fund A Cure.
Fund A Cure provides an opportunity for all guests to support Breakthrough T1D funded research. The auctioneer will call out giving levels from $50,000 to $288. Guests simply raise their bid paddle at the giving level they are most comfortable with, and their 100% tax-deductible contribution will drive critical Breakthrough T1D research priorities.
MOBILE BIDDING
Guests providing their cell phone numbers will receive a text message on Wednesday, May 7th at 5pm. Simply use the link in the text to bid early and often right from your phone! Guests can browse all silent auction items from anywhere during the event, set up automatic bid increases and maximums, and bid throughout the evening until the auction closes. If you did not receive a text message, please email your name and cell phone number to mterbeest@BT1D.org.
Take a look at last year’s highlights!
Event Leadership
Live Auction
Live auction packages will be available to bid on at the Gala. If you are not attending and would like to be a proxy bidder, please contact Marlene at 725-232-0585.
Echo & Rig Butcher Block Experience
Imagine this, bring 10 of your closest family and friends into the Echo & Rig Butcher Shop, where you will get an exclusive presentation, education and culinary feast around the Butcher Block. Your once in a lifetime day starts with a Dom Perignon welcome toast! Then Chef Sam and his trained butchers will showcase a hind quarter of beef or a whole Berkshire Hog highlighting all the potential cuts in this exclusive artistic process, while partaking in prepared samples of these cuts, as well as a full menu of consistently served culinary items to enjoy during this 2-hour+ presentation. All the guests will leave with portions of the meat that was just broken down, the freshest cuts of meat possible, so the gift keeps on giving! You will also create a custom signature cocktail that they will design directly with you to offer your guests, and it will be named after you! They will keep it on their regular guest menu for 30 days. Imagine how fun it will be to tell your friends and family that you have a signature cocktail on the menu at Echo & Rig! All guests will receive a gift bag full of special items, including Echo & Rig gift cards.
Donor: Echo & Rig
Escape to Cabo: A Slice of Paradise
Come experience Pacific paradise and luxury at Diamante Cabo San Lucas, a private resort nestled on 1.5 miles of stunning coastline a few miles from downtown Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. You and up to seven guests will spend seven nights in a three-bedroom residence. Soak up the sun at the Crystal Lagoon and take advantage of two tee times (up to 4 golfers per tee time) on the internationally ranked Dunes Course. Enjoy one delicious in-residence dinner prepared by your very own personal chef. Private transportation will be provided to and from the airport. With a gorgeous coastline, state-of-the-art fitness and spa facility and 10 acres of sparkling lagoon — each with its own ahh-inspiring attention to detail and service — the question is, what will you do first?
Donor: Diamante Resort
Ritz Carlton Aspen Getaway
Gather your friends and family for a week-long retreat Saturday, June 6 – 13, 2026 at The Ritz Carlton Club in Aspen. Experience the beauty of Colorado with renowed Ritz Carlton service. The luxury condo has a stunning mountain view, and features three bedrooms, three baths, a full kitchen, room service, spa and fitness center, outdoor pools, valet parking, and an onsite concierge. Relax at the firepits, enjoy the fantastic mountain hiking trails, book a tee time at one of two nearby golf courses, try a fly-fishing expedition, experience world-class white-water rafting and explore Aspen’s shopping and culinary scene. This destination has it all!
Donor: Brett Gottsch
Wine Cellar
Premium Bordeaux, Coveted Cabs, Elegant Pinot Noirs, and so much more! This amazing collection was assembled by Breakthrough T1D Board Members, and friends, at a wine party on a beautiful spring day at Echo & Rig. The cellar collection includes bottles from Caymus, Duckhorn, Silver Oak, Far Niente, Penfolds, Lewis Cellars, and several boutique wineries. This package includes 56 bottles and is the perfect package for wine enthusiasts.
Donor: Breakthrough T1D Board of Directors, Gala Committee Members and Friends
Napa Valley Tour for Two
Saint Helena Winery invites you to experience the hidden wonders of Napa Valley with this incredible trip for two.
This extraordinary adventure includes a three-night vineyard stay in the St. Helena estate’s King Suite. Your suite is the perfect place to relax during your tour of Napa Valley that includes visits to six incredible wineries for two guests.
You’ll start with a private tour and tasting at the St Helena Winery then on to Anomaly Vineyards located at the base of the Mayacama Mountains for your private tour and tasting. Enjoy sipping on limited-production wines at Blackbird Winery with a private tour, tasting, and lunch. Next head to Gargiulo Vineyards where upon arrival you will be greeted with a glass of wine and a stunning view. Take your glass as you stroll through the vineyard and winery cellar learning the ins and outs of farming and making handcrafted wines during a private tasting. Next up, enjoy a private tasting at Post Parade which focuses on unique small-lot wines. Complete your trip with a stop at Impensata near the summit of Howell Mountain for a private tour, tasting, and picnic lunch.
Donors: Saint Helena Winery & Friends
Exclusive Custom Clothing Package – Tailored Just for You!
Indulge in the ultimate custom clothing experience with a $10,000 fully tailored wardrobe package from Bespoke Custom Clothing. Sip on handpicked whiskeys during your personal fitting and consultation. Based on your wardrobe needs, expert staff will help you select custom pieces to include suits, sports coats, trousers, dress shirts, or any combination. You’ll be guided in selecting fabrics from the world’s best fabric mills, including Loro Piana, Zegna, Holland & Sherry, Scabal, and many more, all to design and customize one-of-a-kind garments to fit your body, posture, lifestyle and preferences. First-class service will be provided from concept to choosing your world-class fabrics to completion.
Donor: Bespoke Custom Clothing
Mykonos Villa Escape for Four
Mykonos, located in the heart of the Greek Islands, is known for its cosmopolitan nightlife, fabulous beaches, and luxurious atmosphere paired with picturesque stone-paved pathways, whitewashed houses and country windmills. Enjoy a 5-night stay in a private villa with two bedrooms (1 double, 2 twin beds) and two baths on Mykonos Island for four (4) guests. Relax by your private infinity pool while taking in the spectacular views of the Aegean Sea. The villa is equipped with all of the modern conveniences and will be the ideal spot to unwind after a full day exploring the island. You will spend an afternoon on a private sailing excursion, ending with a Mediterranean meal and drinks prepared for you on board as you marvel at the beautiful sunset. Your trip includes a visit to a small, organic farm for wine tasting and lunch. You will be welcomed like family and treated to a tasting of three local wines as you enjoy a farm to table Greek meal. This luxury vacation is the ultimate island escape.
Donor: Friends of Breakthrough T1D
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