Breakthrough T1D, formerly JDRF, the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, and Food City proudly announce its annual donation campaign at all Food City locations from April 30-May 27, 2025, to raise funds for T1D research. Since 2011, Food City customers have donated more than $5 million to support Breakthrough T1D’s mission and accelerate breakthroughs on the path to cures for the disease. 

“Breakthrough T1D is grateful to Food City for their ongoing partnership and commitment to raising awareness of type 1 diabetes and critical funds to help find cures for the disease,” said Brett Collins, Breakthrough T1D vice president of corporate and institutional giving. “Food City’s annual campaign demonstrates their ongoing dedication to building stronger, more vibrant communities united around a common cause and to accelerate breakthroughs that will make our mission possible.”  

“Many of our associates and their families are affected by type 1 diabetes. Food City is proud to be a long-time partner of Breakthrough T1D and their mission to find a cure,” said Steven C. Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer. 

Food City customers are invited to make a $1, $3, or $5 contribution as they check out or round up their order total to the next dollar amount. One hundred percent of the proceeds raised will benefit Breakthrough T1D.

About Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 

T1D is an autoimmune condition that causes the pancreas to make very little insulin or none at all. This leads to dependence on insulin therapy and the risk of short and long-term complications, which can include highs and lows in blood sugar; damage to the kidneys, eyes, nerves, and heart; and even death. Globally, it impacts nearly 9 million people. Many believe T1D is only diagnosed in childhood and adolescence, but diagnosis in adulthood is common and accounts for nearly 50% of all T1D diagnoses. The onset of T1D has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. While its causes are not yet entirely understood, scientists believe that both genetic factors and environmental triggers are involved. There is currently no cure for T1D. 

About Breakthrough T1D, Formerly JDRF 

As the leading global type 1 diabetes research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with type 1 diabetes better while driving toward cures. We do this by investing in the most promising research, advocating for progress by working with government to address issues that impact the T1D community, and helping educate and empower individuals facing this condition. 

About Food City

Headquartered in Abingdon, Virginia, K-VA-T Food Stores (Food City’s parent company) operates 159 retail outlets throughout southeast Kentucky, southwest Virginia, east Tennessee, north Georgia, and Alabama.