Breakthrough T1D

Juvenile diabetes first struck the Hy-Vee family in 1921 when company cofounder Charles Hyde's oldest son, Paul, died from the disease when he was 8 years old. As the needs of diabetic children grew, Hy-Vee dedicated its efforts to help Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) find a cure for the debilitating disease. Since 1998, the company has donated nearly $20 million. Funds are raised through a variety of corporate and store events, including walks throughout Hy-Vee's region and participation in Rides for the Cure throughout the United States.