HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 43RD ANNUAL SPRING BRASS RING

SPRING BRASS RING

SPRING BRASS RING 2021

On April 8, the Guild of the Children’s Diabetes Foundation put on the showstopping 43rd Annual Spring Brass Ring, it’s largest and signature annual fundraiser. The virtual event showcased glamorous fashion, adorable youth advocates (children with T1D), and a spectacular silent auction to raise funds for the event. Despite not being in person, the virtual event had excitement and electricity that was felt in the air no matter where viewers were streaming. Prerecorded elements included a welcome from Guild President Lisa Corley and event co-chairs Scottie Taylor Iverson and Dave Barnes, an exciting fashion preview with designs by Lourdes Chavez, the event’s Featured Designer, and a runway show with CDF’s advocates. Gina Comminello, owner of The Look Beauty boutique, styled models and Erin Ferris of Erin Ferris Designs for the fashion preview.

CBS4’s Brit Moreno, the evening’s Master of Ceremonies, and auctioneer Halie Behr kept the energy going with the live portion of the event. Though virtual, the two kept the night going and were integral to the Spring Brass Ring raising over $153,000 for Children’s Diabetes Foundation and the Barbara Davis Center! The event’s advocate models included Everly Gouker, Alice Hanson, Frankie Hodgson, Keaton Isakson, Hailey Kiker, Margot Rea, Miles Scott, Keller Sears, Ryder Terry, Corinne Watne, Carson Wedding, and Emerson Weis. The Hadford Family, who have three of four children with type 1 diabetes, shared their story on how the BDC had always been there for her family. The Hernandez family, whose daughter Xiomara was diagnosed at age 14, thanked the BDC for being like family while their daughter was being treated. Dr. Todd Alonso, Associate Professor and Medical Director at the Barbara Davis Center, gave attendees an overview of the multidisciplinary and heartfelt way that the BDC approaches patient care. Dr. Shideh Majidi then announced that the BDC is unveiling a new program to support the transition of diabetes care from pediatric to adult, which is a challenge for most patients as they grow up. Halie Behr gave an electric ending to the event by leading a paddle raise that saw donors giving amounts from $25 to as much as $10,000 at a time. Thanks to the President’s Match generously contributed by the current, incoming, and past Presidents of The Guild of the Children’s Diabetes Foundation, the event ultimately far exceeded its original fundraising goal! Generous President Match contributors included Gina Abou-Jaoude, Christy Alberts, Shannon Aquino, Tangy Buchanan, Lisa Corley, Dalyla Creaghe, Joan Drawer, Lori Finch, Chris Foster, Sally Frerichs, Helen Hanks, Marty Jensen, Gail Johnson, Sharon Kamen, Cheryl Lebsock, Janice T. Livingston, Judy McNeil, Brenda Neyman, Barb Oberfeld, and Diane Sweat.

CBS4’s Brit Moreno

Funds raised from the Spring Brass Ring benefit The Guild of the Children’s Diabetes Foundation, a group of more than 300 members dedicated to supporting those with type 1 diabetes and helping to fund research, diabetes awareness and education, assist families in need, provide scholarships for T1D students, and sponsor activities for children and their families. CDF would like to extend a special thank you to Premier Sponsors The Crazy Merchant, Inc., iCIMS Talent Cloud, and Steve & Shelley Lucas. The Official Media Sponsors for the event were Colorado Expression and Colorado Homes & Lifestyles. Angel Sponsors included Cigna and NexGen Resources | Judy & Charlie McNeil. Corporate Sponsors included The Corley Legacy Foundation, G5 Financial Group, Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management, Dan Sharp Luxury, Sterling Ranch | Harold & Diane Smethills, and Syntrinsic Investment Counsel, LLC. Media Partners included CBS4, KBCO, and The Villager. And a very special thanks to our event co-chairs, Scottie Taylor Iverson and Dave Barnes!

Save the Date for the 44th Annual Spring Brass Ring, featuring the designs of Lourdes Chavez – Tuesday, April 12, 2022!