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THE BRASS RING LUNCHEON
by cdfdiabetes
THE BRASS RING LUNCHEON & FASHION SHOW
SHOW RAISED $368,000 FOR TYPE 1 DIABETES
On March 21, 2024, The Guild of the Children’s Diabetes Foundation (CDF) held their annual luncheon and fashion show benefiting patient programs at the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes (BDC). The event welcomed 481 attendees at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel, and raised $368,000 through ticket sales, sponsorships, live and silent auctions, and the live appeal. This year’s featured fashion brand Lafayette 148 New York (L148) joined us to produce a wonderful fashion show.
CBS News Colorado’s Michael Spencer hosted the event. Michael was a host to remember with his charm, wit, and passion for the cause. Our Co-Chairs Carol Hamer and Amie Moroz delivered a wonderful heartfelt speech, acknowledging that “Type 1 disregards your background, your age, your lifestyle, your diet and often your family history. It does not discriminate when selecting who it will choose. This is why we continue to support these dedicated organizations, patients and doctors who give so much to finding these answers.”
The prayer given for lunch was written and delivered by CDF Advocate Ryder Terry, who was diagnosed at three years of age. He graciously wrote, “Thank you for the grace and determination you have given the caregivers, and the wisdom and dedication of the doctors and nurses.” Great job Ryder, you were so brave and gave the perfect prayer!
Our “Slover’s Heroes” walk in honor of Dr. Robert Slover, one of our own heroes. These featured type 1 children and adolescents embody Dr. Slover’s life’s work, care, and dedication to advocating for those living with type 1 diabetes. The kids’ walk featured two type 1 heroes at a time walking side by side with a few fun facts shared for each, followed by a finale walk of all 24 Slover’s Heroes. It truly was the highlight of the show and the reason we gather in celebration of their triumphs.
Attendees enjoyed lunch while the 2023 International Auctioneer Champion, Halie Behr, kicked off the live auction with four unique packages that raised $59,500 on their own. Packages included a seven-night stay in the gorgeous Frei Family Home in Watercolor, Florida; a custom menu tasting experience for eight at Guard and Grace; a John Atencio pendant adorned with amethyst, rhodolite garnet, and diamonds; and a one-of-a-kind tour of Lafayette 148’s clothing factory, including a meet-and-greet with L148’s Creative Director, Emily Smith.
Following the live auction was a video telling the amazing story of Francis Ntumy, a type 1 Charlotte Tucker Scholarship recipient who has been supported by The Guild programs his entire life. Francis was a first-generation college student – his is a wonderful testimony that with a little help type 1’s can achieve their dreams.
