The JDRF Illinois Chapter is proud to honor John J. McDonough for his outstanding commitment and service to JDRF. The Best of Illinois honor is the highest form of recognition given by the JDRF Illinois Chapter and is held to acknowledge an outstanding leader in our community.
For more than three decades, John has actively shared JDRF’s dedication of helping millions of children and adults who live with type 1 diabetes (T1D) by taking a driving interest in moving T1D research forward through his active leadership roles within JDRF. John served as the chairman of JDRF’s International Board of Directors; he has been a member of the Executive Committee and various special committees of the board; he is the founding chairman of JDRF’s BETA Society; co-chair of JDRF’s Research Partnership Program; and is a member of the Board of Chancellors.
Closer to home, John is an integral life member of the Illinois Chapter Board of Directors where he has served in a variety of leadership positions raising millions of dollars in support of the JDRF mission. His steadfast commitment and dedication to JDRF, in particular the Illinois Chapter, over the years is not only inspiring, it has helped further JDRF’s mission and more closely connect the organization with its supporters.
This year, John is marking his 70th year living with T1D – a remarkable milestone. John’s life serves as a beacon of hope; a living example that, with careful attention and unwavering perseverance, all children and adults living with T1D can live rich, full lives.
Please join us on
June 20th at the Hilton Chicago to celebrate the hope and inspiration that John has provided for families across the country through his illustration of determination and strength.
Tickets and tables are limited so make your reservation today by clicking on
the Tables, Tickets, Ad Sales, & Fund A Cure page link
in the upper left-hand corner.