About the San Francisco Hope Gala 2025
Honoring Dr. Bruce Buckingham of Stanford
The Breakthrough T1D San Francisco Hope Gala will celebrate its 26th year on March 8, 2025, bringing the T1D community together for an unforgettable night with a festive masquerade theme at the iconic Beaux-Arts San Francisco City Hall for the first time. This signature event attracts social and business leaders from across Northern California. Join us for a cocktail soiree, a gourmet dinner, an extraordinary live auction, an inspirational Fund A Cure program, and dancing to the premier party band – Hip Service!
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Event Leadership
Dr. Bruce Buckingham
Recipient of the Impact Award
BioDr. Bruce Buckingham
Recipient of the Impact Award
A highly esteemed pediatric endocrinologist at Stanford, Dr. Bruce Buckingham has demonstrated exceptional dedication to our mission, caring for and transforming the lives of countless families in the T1D community. We are delighted to honor his profound impact and commitment.
Dr. Buckingham is a Professor Emeritus-Active in the Department of Pediatric Endocrinology at Stanford. His research focuses on continuous glucose monitoring and the development of closed-loop systems. He was the Principal Investigator at Stanford for the Breakthrough T1D (then JDRF) multicenter CGM study, as well as studies with the NIH DirecNet multicenter study group to assess CGM use. He conducted closed-loop studies with academic groups such as UVA, RPI, UC Santa Barbara, Boston University and Cambridge, England. For the last several years he has been involved with the testing of commercial systems from Medtronic (670G and 780G), Tandem (Basal IQ and Control IQ), Insulet (Omnipod 5 Horizon), and Bionic Pancreas (iLet). He is currently funded by Breakthrough T1D to assess the effect of closed loop control and/or verapamil on maintenance of insulin secretion following onset of type 1 diabetes.
Dr. Buckingham’s other interests have included the development and assessment of extended wear infusion sets, and the effect of dysglycemia on neurocognition and neuroimaging in children with diabetes. Through these studies he has significantly advanced closed-loop technology, improving daily life and long-term outcomes for those managing T1D.
Dr. Buckingham also serves as a partner and advisor on the T1D Fund (a Breakthrough T1D Venture), the Breakthrough T1D Northern California Chapter Medical Providers Council, and has participated and supported Breakthrough T1D social events and the Walk team for Stanford for many years. He is beloved and deeply admired in our T1D community.
Dr. Buckingham is a champion of the T1D community and longtime friend of Breakthrough T1D. We are pleased to honor him at the 2025 Breakthrough T1D Hope Gala.
Brody Paine
Fund A Cure Speaker
BioBrody Paine
Fund A Cure Speaker
Brody Paine is 17 years old, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at age 13 in 2020. He is a Senior at St. Ignatius College Preparatory in San Francisco, competing in Varsity Water Polo and Swimming. Brody will speak on behalf of millions of people affected by this disease. We thank him for sharing his story and experiences, simply and honestly, with all of us at the Breakthrough T1D San Francisco Hope Gala 2025. Donate to Brody Paine’s Fund A Cure.
Event Details
Bob Redell
Evening Emcee
BioBob Redell
Evening Emcee
Bob Redell reports for NBC Bay Area’s morning news program, Today In the Bay.
Bob’s reports range from coverage of breaking news to features. His quirky, engaging style has led NBC stations across the country to pick up his stories, and his work regularly airs on NBC California Nonstop in the Bay Area, Los Angeles and San Diego.
Hip Service
Evening Band
Party Band!Hip Service
Evening Band
Nationally recognized, award-winning Hip Service features professional STAR QUALITY vocalists, a screaming horn section, a rock solid FUNKY rhythm section and ELECTRIFYING professional dancers! Learn more about this awesome dance band at hipservice.com.
Gregangelo's Velocity Arts & Entertainment
Cocktail Hour Performers
AboutGregangelo's Velocity Arts & Entertainment
Cocktail Hour Performers
Velocity Arts & Entertainment, under the artistic direction of Gregangelo, is the artist-driven San Francisco Bay Area creator of immersive and interactive private events. Learn more at www.velocityartssf.com.
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