Welcome to the Baton Rouge Branch, of the Louisiana Chapter

Welcome to the Baton Rouge Branch of JDRF

JDRF is the leading charitable funder and advocate of type 1 (juvenile) diabetes research worldwide. The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Type 1 diabetes is a disease which strikes children suddenly and requires multiple injections of insulin daily or a continuous infusion of insulin through a pump.  Insulin, however, is not a cure for diabetes, nor does it prevent its devastating complications.    

Since its founding in 1970 by parents of children with type 1 diabetes, JDRF has awarded more than $1.3 billion to diabetes research, including more than $137 million in FY2007.  In FY2007, the Foundation funded 700 centers, grants and fellowships in 20 countries.

The Louisiana Chapter of JDRF is committed to the mission of finding the cure.  Our Chapter staff in Baton Rouge along with our branch boards in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Shreveport, as well as our volunteers and donors throughout Louisiana are working diligently to raise funds in support of the mission while providing outreach and support to families in Louisiana affected by diabetes.  The combined efforts of staff, volunteers, board members, and donors are designed to provide support and hope to our fellow citizens who depend upon JDRF for hope and for improvement in their lives.

Our Chapter manages and executes fundraising and outreach events in support of JDRF.  Please visit any of the following for more information about our upcoming events in Louisiana.

A Special Thank You to our Annual Presenting Sponsor

A Special Thank You to our Annual Diamond Sponsor

Upcoming Walks

Craig Floyd Memorial 
Bossier City Walk to Cure Diabetes 
Saturday, September 12, 2009

Ruston Walk to Cure Diabetes
Saturday, September 19, 2009

Register for a Walk today by visiting http://www.walk.jdrf.org/!

Upcoming Outreach Events and Walk Related Events

Brad Bella Buddy Day in Mandeville, LA
Friday, July 10, 2009
6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Spaceport
3547 Hwy 190
Mandeville, LA

Join JDRF and the Northshore Regional Medical Center on Friday, July 10th for a fun filled event.  All families affected by type 1 diabetes are welcome to join us.  Kids will have the chance to play laser tag or miniature golf while parents network.  Food and drinks will be provided. Please contact the JDRF Office at (866)932-9511 if you plan to attend.

Brad Bella Buddy Day in Lafayette, LA
Friday, July 17, 2009
6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Incredible Pizza Company
4533 Johnston St
Lafayette, LA 70503

Join JDRF at the Incredible Pizza Company on Friday, July 17th.  All families affected by type 1 diabetes are welcome to join us.  Kids will be provided with game cards to participate in putt putt golf, bowling, go-carts, and/or bumper cars while parents have the opportunity to network.  Food and drinks will be provided.  Please contact the JDRF office at (866)932-9511 if you plan to attend the event.  It is important that we have an accurate headcount.  Thanks!

Family Team Workshop in Baton Rouge, LA
Thursday, July 23, 2009
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Laser Tag of Baton Rouge
5871 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Please join the Family Team Committee for the Baton Rouge Walk on Thursday, July 23rd to kick off your family team efforts.  Both new and veteran Family Team Captains will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive helpful materials while the kids enjoy a game of laser tag.  If you are interested in getting involved with the Baton Rouge Walk, please contact us today at (866)932-9511.  Thank You!