Our Journey

The idea for ThriveT1D is born after discovering there were no in-person support groups in Omaha specifically for children and teens living with Type 1 diabetes.

Distributed flyers to libraries, pediatric offices, hospitals, and endocrinology clinics to connect families and raise awareness.

Hosted the first ThriveT1D support meeting.

Welcomed guest speaker Ingrid Nelson, a swimmer living with Type 1 diabetes, who shared her story and experiences.

Hosted an information table at the Breakthrough T1D Summit, connecting with families and sharing ThriveT1D’s mission.

Received a $400 grant from The Contribution Project to support ThriveT1D programs and outreach.

Hosted guest speaker Jill Conway, a Breakthrough T1D board member.

Launched the Encouragement Card Campaign to support newly diagnosed youth living with Type 1 diabetes.

Officially obtained nonprofit status.

Mailed more than 200 encouragement cards to newly diagnosed youth across Omaha and Western Iowa.

Brad Lapointe spoke to us about his experiences with T1D and the importance of long-term blood sugar management.

Received $1000 One Omaha mini-grant to support our mission.

Secured $1,350 in funding through Walmart Spark Good grant.

Created goody bags for newly diagnosed children with support from a $499 Random Acts of Kindness grant.

Expanded the encouragement card program to IA, KS and MO with the help of our volunteers.