Create Your Nebraska Gala “Breakthroughs For” Basket Today!

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Make a special contribution to the 2025 Nebraska Breakthrough T1D Gala by creating a “Breakthroughs For” Basket in honor of a loved one with type 1 diabetes (T1D).

These specialty auction packages help to showcase the “faces of T1D,” a visual reminder of what the event is all about, making an impact in the lives of those affected by T1D. When putting together your “Breakthroughs For” silent auction package, think about your loved one’s hobbies, your family’s favorite activity in your area or what you think would appeal to our gala attendees.

How do I create a “Breakthroughs For” Basket and what do I include?

  • Baskets should have a value of at least $150. You may solicit items to be donated or purchase them yourself. Our Gala Committee is actively pursuing donations from local businesses, please review potential donation solicitations with Breakthrough T1D staff to avoid duplicate requests.
  • The basket should have a theme – focus on your loved ones’ favorite things or experiences that represent their interests/passions.
  • Each “Breakthroughs For” Basket display will include a photo of the Honoree and a description of the package contents (please provide a photo of your loved one to be displayed).

Example:
Jane Smith’s “Breakthroughs For” Basket

  • Theme: Disney Movie Night
  • Items: Jane’s favorite movies, a Netflix gift card, cozy blankets, popcorn, popcorn seasoning, popcorn bowls, drink cups & candy.
  • Value: $150
  • Donated by: The Smith Family

Next Steps

  1. Email Shellie Gomes (shellie.gomes@gmail.com), “Breakthroughs For” Basket Volunteer Chair, and let her know of your commitment to provide a Basket.
  2. Please deliver or mail your Basket items with the completed “Breakthroughs For” Basket Commitment Form to Breakthrough T1D no later than February 28, 2025.
  • Breakthrough T1D Nebraska-Iowa Chapter
    9202 West Dodge Road, Suite 304, Omaha, NE 68114
    Phone: 402-397-2873

Questions? Please contact Shellie Gomes at shellie.gomes@gmail.com.

The 2025 Nebraska Breakthrough T1D Gala will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025. For ticket/table information, click here.

Example of past basket