Your thoughts on our recent Fundraising Campaign

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Permalink Reply by Patricia on September 30, 2009 at 8:06pm

{{{{Big hug}}}} In my book...you have stored up a lot of good karma...be well, my friend:)

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Permalink Reply by Lee Ann on September 30, 2009 at 9:07pm

After years of donating to other, bigger organizations from which I never really got anything in return, I'm so grateful to have an organization of which I feel like I'm actually a part. I don't want to single other organizations out here (although I've offered my, uh, critiques on the blog), but a few years ago, really looking to find some connection, I got involved with a local chapter, but in the end, I didn't feel like I got what I needed, I appreciate what that organization does for the larger diabetes community, but I want to get a return from my investment, whether my investment is time or money. They just wanted more money all the time, so I felt like they were essentially taking advantage of me. TuD/DHF is so different from that. I have friends here, I feel like my contributions, whether it's money or posts or something else, are all valued and appreciated. How could I not want to be a part of something that wants me to be a part of it?

Plus, it's exciting to see how creative expression is valued and supported here. That's such a unique part of DHF. I LOVE that, and it's an honor to be able to support that and be involved.

I think the idea of automatic account deductions is fabulous, BTW. Most people wouldn't notice if a few dollars was deducted from their accounts once a month, and that could add up to a lot over a year.

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Permalink Reply by Manny Hernandez on September 30, 2009 at 11:07pm

WOA!! That is amazing, Lee Ann.

I am... well... speechless! Thank you so much!

We are honored to count on you and so thankful for your amazing video and financial contributions during the fundraising campaign!

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Permalink Reply by Mike Shaw on October 1, 2009 at 7:05am

Awesome post. This is a lot of how I feel!

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Permalink Reply by Lorraine on October 1, 2009 at 11:24am

I donated because of the value I personally get from this site and the fact that I would be sorry if it could not be sustained. I am a part of several diabetes online support "groups" but I find myself returning to TuD more than anywhere else and it's the one place I recommend to others. It has a great balance of perspectives - both broad and narrow. What I like most about TuD is the positive spirit and the relative lack of drama. TuD is a respectable place to get support and realistic information as it relates to living with diabetes. I haven't "met" one single person from TuD, yet I feel like so many are my dear friends.

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Permalink Reply by Manny Hernandez on October 1, 2009 at 11:38am

Hope we can meet soon, Lorraine!

Thanks for your continued support!

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Permalink Reply by Marie B on October 1, 2009 at 12:36pm

What can I say, Manny. I've said it before, I've had type 1 for 42 years now, and I feel like nothing has helped me more than TuDiabetes. When I joined, almost 2 years ago, I was looking for answers to some new diabetes-related challenges that seemed to all be happening at the same time. I was met by a flood of support, friendship, understanding, and information. I was ecstatic to be in a place where everybody understood. I'd be more than devastated if there was no TuD. I love the creative programs, and I also love keeping up with everyone on Twitter.

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Permalink Reply by Manny Hernandez on October 1, 2009 at 12:49pm

We love you too! Thanks so much for the support and friendship you offer us and everyone in the community, Marie!

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Permalink Reply by lane jaeckle santos on October 2, 2009 at 11:05am

I donated a small sum to the DHF. At first, I ignored the cheerful sign for money- but then I admitted to myself that this site, the people here and this service are something that I cherish. No matter what is happening in my life relating to diabetes, (and sometimes unrelated to diabetes) I know that I can always post here, and someone will know something that I don't, know someone to contact, something to try, or will know what to say to make it better.

I know as the result of being a member here, I am 200% more knowledgeable than I was. And while diabetes is depressing, I am in a far better place emotionally thanks to this site and DHF, even though it usually isn't cool to talk about the emotional toll that diabetes takes on all our lives. (I guess I am uncool- oh well.)

Ultimately, I suppose that I was paying to keep alive the friendships, the camaraderie, the tips, the skills, the techniques, the knowledge, the sympathy and the laughs- for myself and for everyone else, too.
And I think if you say to someone: do you value this service? Do you value the knowledge and community that we have here? Have all the times you have logged in been worth your time or helped you out?

Then most people would say yes- and they would donate, too.

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Permalink Reply by Manny Hernandez on October 2, 2009 at 11:13am

Thanks so much for your words and support!!

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Permalink Reply by David and Elizabeth Edelman on October 7, 2009 at 11:26am

Manny, Elizabeth and I donated because your focus on connecting people with diabetes is unequaled across the web. You have been a great partner for Diabetes Daily in several projects over the last year. Without the support of the Diabetes Hand Foundation, we wouldn't be able to live up to our mission as well. By supporting you, we support all people with diabetes through a chain of relationships and projects that extend far beyond the Diabetes Hand Foundation itself.

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Permalink Reply by Manny Hernandez on October 7, 2009 at 11:27am

Thanks, David and Elizabeth!

We are proud to partner on diabetes awareness projects with you guys!

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