The Terry Gallagher Family is " Wild For A Cure"

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Fundraising Amount=$11,200.00 ; Goal=$50,000.00
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  • Smoker Friendly
  • DCP Midstream
  • Commonwealth Brands
  • Core-Mark International
  • IHS Inc.
  • Jim & Kathy Lightner
  • Davidoff of Geneva Distribution
  • Deloitte Services, LP
  • Delta Dental Plan of Colorado
  • FirstBank Holding Company
  • KPMG LLP
  • Lorillard Tobacco Company
  • McLane Western
  • Offen Petroleum, Inc.
  • Swedish Match North America, Inc.
  • Swisher International, Inc.
  • Altria Group Distribution Company
  • Applied Control
  • Bank of the West
  • Berenbaum, Weinshienk P.C.
  • Bonnie Brae Ice Cream
  • Brownstein, Hyatt, Farber & Schreck
  • Colorado State Bank & Trust
  • Denver Agency
  • Dr. Pepper Snapple Group
  • Eaton Sales & Service LLC
  • Ernst & Young LLP
  • Jennifer & Natalie Griffin
  • High Sierra Energy
  • John Kugler
  • Laurie & Kevin McGraw
  • Jon & Lesley Pardew
  • Pester Marketing
  • PriceWaterhouseCoopers
  • Ryley, Carlock & Applewhite
  • Sherman & Howard LLC
  • Southern Wine & Spirits
  • St. Charles Capital
  • The Siegfried Group
  • UMB Financial Corporation
  • Wagner Equipment Co.
  • Wells Fargo
  • Tim & Karen Bernicke
  • Ben Chaney
  • Colorado Springs JDRF Branch
  • Colin Gallagher & Sara Jones
  • Dan & Rhonda Gallagher
  • Mike & Kris Gallagher
  • Terry Gallagher, Sr & Nancy Gallagher
  • KDVR - FOX31
  • Tim & Eileen Mullin
  • Patron Spirits Company
  • Sage Hospitality Resources
  • Steve Schmieding & Kathleen Gallagher
  • Staples
  • Mary Szarmach
  • Jeremy & Kerri Weiner

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas. 

JDRF is the leading global organization focused on T1D research. Driven by passionate, grassroots volunteers connected to children, adolescents, and adults with this disease, JDRF is the largest charitable supporter of T1D research. The goal of JDRF is to improve the lives of every person affected by T1D by accelerating progress on the most promising opportunities for curing, better treating, and preventing T1D. More than 80 percent of JDRF's expenditures directly support research and research-related education.


Fund A Cure is a unique opportunity to make a 100% tax-deductible donation to JDRF that will fund vital research to cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes. Since 1994, JDRF has raised over $186 million through Fund A Cure alone.



 
The Terry Gallagher Family Story

Thirteen years ago, our family was saddled with the news that one of our own was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.  Since that day, two more immediate family members have been diagnosed.  This news, and a family legacy of personal and corporate philanthropy, has sparked a commitment to JDRF that has lasted more than a decade, and resulted in more than $500,000 raised. 

Colin, Terry’s son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when he was just 13.  In addition Emelia, Kathleen’s daughter, and our cousin Brittany also have been diagnosed with this life changing disease.  The lives of our family have been changed forever – insulin, injections and worry are now a part of their and our daily lives.  They are not alone -- everyday in the U.S., more than 80 children and adults are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D).  JDRF is the primary advocate and leading charitable funder of type 1 diabetes research worldwide, and its mission is to treat, prevent and ultimately find a cure for type 1 diabetes and its devastating complications through the support of research. 

On Saturday April 28th, 2012, our family will be presented with the “Commitment to the Dream” Award by the Rocky Mountain Chapter of JDRF at their Dream Gala in Denver.  The annual Dream Gala is an exciting and inspirational evening, with proceeds going to fund a cure for T1D.

Our family business has been -- and is -- an avid supporter of JDRF, and we are more than honored to be recognized with this prestigious award.  We have committed our time and resources to this effort, and we ask you to join us in our quest to conquer this disease and change the lives of millions – like Colin, Emelia and Brittany – who suffer every day.

We would encourage you to join us in our fight. Smoker Friendly, Gasamat and our family have committed to a $100,000 “Fund a Cure” donation. With a generous donation to JDRF at a level that suits your budget you can help us match our donation -- it’s as easy as pushing the donate button, and credit cards are accepted.

Thank you in advance for your support of JDRF, and for bringing us hope of finding a cure for type 1 diabetes.

The Gallaghers

Terry Sr, Nancy, Kathleen, Terry Jr, Mike, Mary and Dan

Donors and Comments

fred hoyt  gave $100.00 4/30/2012
"Good luck on your goal and cause!!"
Kevin & Julie Spaan  gave $100.00 4/28/2012
"The Gallagher Family is Awesome! Thanks for your dedication and commitment to JDRF!"
Rob Kasperek  gave $100.00 4/26/2012
"I'm honored to donate to such a wonderful cause."
John J. Miller  gave $200.00 4/26/2012
"Congratulations Gallaghers! This is a great cause and thank you for all your work to find a cure!"
Rudiger Stuhlmuller  gave $250.00 4/25/2012
"God's blessings as you continue this effort."
Rick Neitenbach  gave $500.00 4/25/2012
"Thank you for Terry & Family for taking up such a worthwhile cause and leading this effort to make a difference in the lives of so many. Rick Neitenbach"
Dean Laffey  gave $100.00 4/23/2012
"Many Thanks to the Gallagher family for their time and devotion for finding a cure to this devastating disease."
Lori Clark  gave  4/17/2012
"I will happily donate to support the fund a cure for diabetes in dedication of my father Dave Clark whom we lost to the disease on May 8, 2011 at the age of 68 and my nieces who at age 12 was just diagnosis with Type 2 diabetes."
Jode Bunce  gave $100.00 4/10/2012
"I hope you reach all of your goals for this event! I'm glad I could help."
Max and Cheryl Lenker  gave $250.00 4/10/2012
"To the Gallagher Family, wish we could be with you guys at the gala on the 28th! Hope your fundraising is a huge success for such a great cause."
mitchell galnick  gave  4/2/2012
"Glad to help such a worthy cause. It's a great thing you are doing."
Jaime Anast  gave $100.00 3/28/2012
"Dear Gallaghers, I commend you for everything you stand for and who you are as people! I appreciate all you have done for me, and the love and support that your family has put forth. I couldn't imagine how difficult it must be at times for you, but I want you to know that everyone in your family is a fighter and we will all beat this together. I wish you all the best on your new endeavors, and congratulate you on all your success. You guys always have a seat at my table! Jaime"
Tim Flynn  gave $100.00 3/26/2012
"Thanks to the Gallagher family's willingness to take the lead in this cause. Hopefully, a cure for this disease is imminent."
J Scott Apter  gave $250.00 3/24/2012
"Bless all the Gallagher clan with improving health and finding a cure. Good luck and blessings to you all. Scott Apter"
DARREN SCHWARTZ  gave $500.00 3/23/2012
"WE ARE CHOSEN FOR RESPONSIBILITY NOT PRIVILEGE."
Jorge Luis Molina  gave  3/21/2012
"Keep pushing forward until something gets done."
Jill Hoffman  gave $100.00 3/21/2012
"I am pleased to donate to "Wild for a Cure". My father had type 1 diabetes and struggled with it most of his life. Thank you for your families generosity and commitment! Jill Hoffman"
Anonymous  gave  3/21/2012
"The very best to you and your family in your very worthy effort to find a cure for this horrible disease that has touched you so personally. hg"
Chris Mizner  gave  3/21/2012
"What a great cause! Thanks for everyone’s generosity in helping to find a cure!"