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Bridging the Gap in Type 1 Diabetes Coverage

When insurance isn’t enough, we step in — helping families access the insulin, pumps, and supplies they need.

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Bridging the Gap

The late-night low blood sugars.
The endless battles with insurance.
The frustration of feeling like no one understands.

We know the weight you’re carrying – because we’ve been there too.

We’re here to help lift some of that burden by providing direct financial relief and emotional support to families like yours navigating the high costs of diabetes care.

Get Direct Financial Support

Let Us Help Reduce the Financial Burden of Managing Type 1 Diabetes.

Durable Medical Equipment Grant

Provides assistance toward insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to help individuals better manage their Diabetes.

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Emergency Grant

Provides assistance towards insulin, unexpected hospital bills, and other urgent diabetes-related expenses.

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Helping families access life-saving supplies

  • Insulin

  • Glucagon

  • Meters

  • Syringes

  • Pods

  • Sensors

  • CGM's

  • Insulin Pumps

  • Cartridges

  • Insertion Sets

  • Adhesive

  • Glucose Tablets

  • Ketone Strips

Annalise Koprowski, 2025 Grant Recipient

"Thank you so very much for awarding us this grant. We appreciate the foundation’s generosity, thoughtfulness, and consideration."

By the Numbers

We’re proud of the impact we’ve made—helping families across the country access the supplies they need to manage Type 1 Diabetes

$200k+

Funds raised and donated to support families and individuals

$0k+

Funds donated to directly support diabetics in 2024

100+

Families and individuals impacted by our grant programs

0+

States where we've provided direct financial support

The People Behind the Mission

Our team get’s it because we’ve lived it. Many of us have Type 1 Diabetes ourselves or care for someone who does.

Meet the Rest of Our Board

Lisa Oberndorfer

Lisa is a graduate of Grand Valley State University with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Lisa co-founded Diabetes Will’s Way to help children with t...

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Will Oberndorfer

Will is the Business Development Representative at Milestone Business Solutions where he is the only sales representative. He sells fractional accounting and HR ser...

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Drew Thieme

Drew is a graduate of Purdue University and a licensed CPA. With experience in accounting and auditing, Drew brings a wealth of financial expertise and strategic in...

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Every donation helps a family afford essential supplies.

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Resources

A curated library of resources to help answer your questions and point you in the right direction.

Beyond Type 1

Beyond Type 1 is a nonprofit dedicated to uniting and empowering people impacted by diabetes.

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Raising Teens with Diabetes: A Survival Guide for Parents

A concise, practical resource offering guidance, empathy, and real-life strategies for parenting teens with diabetes.

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American Diabetes Association Safe at School

This initiative ensures students with diabetes receive the care and support they need in school, backed by strong state laws.

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