There are many of us who know someone with diabetes. My father had diabetes and so did his mom, my grandmother.  Didn't get the opportunity to know my grandmother, she passed away at an early age, much earlier before I was even born. I just found out about a year ago that one of my sisters has diabetes. And there are several friends of mine that have diabetes. Chances are you also know someone who has been affected by diabetes.

This is why I am riding in the American Diabetes Association's Tour de Cure on June 1st in Alton Illinois to help raise money to help stop this disease. This is so much more than a cycling event to me. It is my opportunity to change the future and make a positive impact in the lives of those who are affected by diabetes. 

I am committed to ride and raise money in this inspirational event not because 26 million people in the United States have diabetes, but because I personally know some of them, and I want to do something about it.

By making a donation on my behalf or by joining my team, you will be helping the American Diabetes Association provide community-based education programs, protect the rights of people with diabetes and fund critical research for a cure.

With your help, we will fight for a future where a parent does not have to hear that their child has diabetes. A future where an adult does not have to face the uncertain times ahead after receiving a diabetes diagnosis. A future where you and I will know that we had a part in making this possible. 

Any donation you can provide will help.  Or you can join our team and ride with us!
 
I truly appreciate your support. Together we can Stop Diabetes!

Sincerely,

Manny