Create Your 2023 Iowa JDRF Gala Honor Basket Today!
in Events, Fundraising
Make a special contribution to one of our 2023 Iowa JDRF Galas by creating an Honor Basket for a loved one with type 1 diabetes (T1D)!
October 14th: Cedar Rapids JDRF Promise Gala
October 21st: Des Moines JDRF Hope Gala
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 Honor Basket 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 make an Honor 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.
- The basket should have a theme – focus on their favorite things and use your imagination!
- Each Honor Basket display will include a photo of the Honoree, a narrative about them and a description of the package contents (please provide a photo of your loved one to be displayed)
Example:
Jane Smith’s Honor 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
- A description of the Honor Basket package will be written by JDRF based on the information included on the Honor Basket Commitment Form.
What do I do next?
- Complete the Honor Basket Commitment Form and return it with the Honor Basket or email it to JDRF staff no later than Friday, September 15th, 2023
- Send JDRF staff a photo and short blurb about your loved one
- Deliver/Mail honor basket items to JDRF staff no later than Thursday, September 15th, 2023
Below is the JDRF staff contact information for each event:
- Cedar Rapids Promise Gala (October 14, 2023):
- Cedar Rapids 2023 Honor Basket Commitment Form
- JDRF Staff Contact: Morgan Nielsen, mnielsen@jdrf.org; 319-536-3984
- Donation delivery/mailing details: Email or call Morgan for information
- Des Moines Hope Gala (October 21, 2023):
- Des Moines 2023 Honor Basket Commitment Form
- JDRF Staff Contact: Carley Farnsworth, cfarnsworth@jdrf.org; 515-204-5691
- Deliver or mail donation to:
JDRF Nebraska-Iowa Chapter
2580 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!