Fund A Cure with Deanna Diescher | Breakthrough T1D Rochester Gala 2025

About

My involvement with Breakthrough T1D began in 1998. I learned that co-worker’s nephew was recently diagnosed so we started a Unisys Corporate Walk team that year. To help raise funds and increase awareness further, I began selling cookies every Thursday and raffling gift baskets as well as supporting every effort and event hosted by Breakthrough T1D. Breakthrough T1D became my passion and their mission became mine.

Since 2002, I have actively worked as a Hope for A Cure Gala committee member, and was nominated to the Board of Directors where I served as Secretary for many years. I have assembled a great group of Breakthrough T1D Fundraisers and took fundraising to various other Rochester events some of which include: Ten Ugly Men, Ugly Disco, RocCity Brewfest, and the Rochester International Airshow. I am deeply grateful for their support and realize there are still many kind and generous people in the world.

Being involved in Breakthrough T1D has made a significant difference in my life. I have met some incredible children who have forever touched my heart and continue to motivate me. The Schreiner’s have become family to us. In being close to Laurie, Mark, and Ashley I have experienced T1D firsthand; the good, the bad and the downright frightening. One thing I am certain, this disease affects not only the diagnosed but their family and friends as well. I promised to work towards a cure until one is found and I am holding true to my word.