Two Decades of Support
For nearly two decades, Boston Pizza has been a dedicated partner in the fight to cure type 1 diabetes. Its investment in research and commitment to supporting the community has dramatically impacted the lives of more than 300,000 Canadians and their families.
Its investment in research and commitment to supporting the community has dramatically impacted the lives of more than 300,000 Canadians and their families.
In 2006, when JDRF launched the Artificial Pancreas Program (APP), Boston Pizza was the first in line to help fund the research. A ground-breaking technology, the APP offers individuals with T1D a new way to treat the disease and improve quality of life. Since then, new and better advances have been made that enables artificial pancreas technology to automatically regulate and deliver insulin. This tool is a game-changer for individuals living with T1D.
In addition to generously supporting research, Boston Pizza Foundation Future Prospect’s investment in the Youth Ambassador program has enabled JDRF to train and prepare young volunteers to advocate for the cause. Through public speaking, community events and other initiatives, JDRF Youth Ambassadors inspire others to create change. For newly diagnosed individuals, they offer support and guidance.
In 2019, Boston Pizza donated $105,000 for the creation of The Boston Pizza Foundation Future Prospects Award Program for JDRF. The initiative awarded 21 deserving students living with T1D, grants of $5,000 each to assist with academic tuition costs. In addition, The Boston Pizza Future Prospects T1D Research Fellowship ($100K) awarded a young investigator the opportunity to explore the next generation of technology to improve the management of T1D. Thanks to Boston Pizza’s total investment of $3.1 million and its steadfast commitment to individuals and families living, Canada’s T1D community is stronger than ever.
JDRF will be forever indebted to Boston Pizza and its staff for its support over the last 19 years.