Stike Out Diabetes at Maplewood Lanes

Join DEAR Diabetes April 26th for a fun afternoon of bowling, prizes, and community. Help us raise funds to support individuals living with diabetes. A portion of the proceeds from food and drinks benefit DEAR Diabetes.

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Options for individual bowlers, teams of 4 or 8 bowlers. Don't worry if you're not a bowler - come out and cheer on the bowlers and stay for raffle drawings.

Thank you to our AMAZING Strike out Diabetes Sponsors

Join DEAR Diabetes and Biggest Loser finalist Sonya Jones

Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 6th for an entertaining luncheon featuring Sonya Jones. Learn more on the Educational Luncheon page. Click here to buy your tickets today!!

Welcome to DEAR Diabetes

A non-profit organization for Diabetes Education, Awareness, and Resources

DEAR Diabetes assists individuals living with Diabetes helping with rent and utilities.

Your donations will help us support more individuals in our community. Consider donating today or if you need assistance, click on the assistance link.

Read our story to learn more about the inspiration to help others in our community. Click here

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 DEAR Diabetes Gala

Featuring Chef Curtis Aikens

See highlights of the event on YouTube

https://youtu.be/PXC-Sr6TB3Q

See highlights from the 2024 DEAR Diabetes Community Day event

Community Day sponsored by Burton Prosthetics and HyVee

Mission

Dear Diabetes’ mission is to provide diabetes education, awareness and resources to a diverse audience while supporting individuals with limited resources/ funds to manage their diabetic care successfully.

Vision

Dear Diabetes’ Vision is to grow a community by outreach, grants, events and partnerships to help create a safe place for diabetics to thrive and live their best life.

If you need financial assistance, visit our assistance page

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