About
We hope you join us for the 2024 Breakthrough T1D Minnesota Gala as we come together to overcome every challenge on the way to cures for type 1 diabetes (T1D)! The Breakthrough T1D Gala is a black-tie optional signature fundraising event bringing together more than 500 prominent community and corporate leaders in the T1D community benefiting the Breakthrough T1D Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter. This event includes a seated dinner, exquisite silent auction, exciting live auction, and inspiring Fund A Cure.
Can’t make it to the 2024 Breakthrough T1D Minnesota Gala? No problem! You can still make an impact by participating in our online Silent Auction.
Bid on amazing items and experiences from the comfort of your home, all while supporting the fight against type 1 diabetes. Your contribution helps fund critical research and resources for those living with T1D. Visit here to get started!
Questions? Email minnesotadakotas@breakthrought1d.org
Event Leadership
Paul and Alanna Nerland
T1D Champions
Read MorePaul and Alanna Nerland
T1D Champions
Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) is thrilled to have Paul and Alanna Nerland serve in the T1D Champion role at the 2024 Breakthrough T1D Minnesota Gala. Paul and Alanna are active in the Breakthrough T1D Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter serving in a multitude of roles including Advocacy Advocate, One Walk Event Day Volunteers and Breakthrough T1D Ride Participants. T1D Champions are leaders within the Chapter and are honored for their support and commitment to Breakthrough T1D’s mission at the Chapter’s annual signature event.
To donate to Fund A Cure on behalf of Paul & Alanna, visit HERE!
Peter Kelley and Ruth Weber Kelley
T1D Champions
Read MorePeter Kelley and Ruth Weber Kelley
T1D Champions
Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) is thrilled to have Ruth Weber Kelley and Peter Kelley serve in the T1D Champion role at the 2024 Breakthrough T1D Minnesota Gala. In addition to a history of advocating and garnering corporate support for the chapter, Ruth currently serves as the Minnesota and Dakotas Chapter Community Board President. The Kelley family has also previously served as Fund A Cure Family. T1D Champions are leaders within the Chapter and are honored for their support and commitment to Breakthrough T1D’s mission at the Chapter’s annual signature event.
To donate to Fund A Cure on behalf of the Kelley family, visit HERE!
The Holloway Family
Fund A Cure Family
Read MoreThe Holloway Family
Fund A Cure Family
Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) is thrilled to have The Hollow Family serving in the Fund A Cure Family role at the 2024 Breakthrough T1D Minnesota Gala. Caleb and his family are active in the Breakthrough T1D Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter serving in a multitude of roles including Breakthrough T1D Walk New Family Ambassadors and Walk participants as team Champ’s Crew. The Fund A Cure Family are leaders within the Chapter and are honored for their support and commitment to Breakthrough T1D’s mission at the Chapter’s annual signature event.
To donate to Fund A Cure on behalf of Caleb and the Holloway family, visit HERE!
Maggie Schleeter
T1D Champion
Read MoreMaggie Schleeter
T1D Champion
Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) is thrilled to have Maggie Schleeter serving in the T1D Champion role at the 2024 Breakthrough T1D Minnesota Gala. Maggie and her family are active supporters of the Breakthrough T1D Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter and have been a part of the gala for over a decade. T1D Champions are leaders within the Chapter and are honored for their support and commitment to Breakthrough T1D’s mission at the Chapter’s annual signature event.
To donate to Fund A Cure on behalf of Maggie and the Schleeter family, visit HERE!
Event Details
Cocktail; Black-Tie Optional
5:30 p.m. Registration, Cocktail Reception, Silent Auction, Games & Entertainment
7:00 p.m. Dinner, Live Auction and Fund A Cure
7:30 p.m. Silent Auction Closes
9:30 p.m. Music & Dancing featuring Good for Gary
There is complimentary valet parking available for our guests. Please be advised The Depot staff may suggest underground parking if valet is full.
OR
Heated, underground parking is available at The Depot for $15.
The Depot is located at 225 3rd Avenue South; Minneapolis, MN 55401, parking lot and valet entrance is off 5th Avenue. Visit the Depot’s website for more information on directions. Be sure to consider the road construction downtown in your arrival plans.
You may have already received a text message inviting you to bid on any Silent Auction packages from your mobile device. The silent auction will be open prior to the Breakthrough T1D Minnesota Gala and will close at 7:30 pm on October 5. You will receive informational texts leading up to the event, as well as throughout the day on October 5, 2024.
Do you know someone who can’t attend but would like to participate in our silent auction? Let them know they can register here and remote bid on their mobile device. Questions? Email minnesotadakotas@breakthrought1d.org.
Make sure your phone is fully charged when you arrive at the Gala!
Sponsors
Thank you to our Sponsors!
Thank you to our Community Partners!
