The DRIF C3 Gala

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Diabetes Research Institute Foundation 2026 C3 Gala

October 8, 2026 | Thursday, 6:00PM | Guastavino's, New York City

The C3 Gala supports the mission of the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation by hosting hundreds of business leaders, scientists, families, and friends committed to researching for a cure. The evening will feature a seated dinner, surprising entertainment, educational programming, and an awards ceremony.

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Philip McManus

Partner, Ahmuty, Demers, & McManus

Vision of Hope Awardee

Finley Frumberg

2026 Perseverance Awardee

Dylan Dennis

2026 Perseverance Awardee

Special Guest Speakers

Evan Morris | Kylie McDonald | Vivian Turner

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Gary Ferrar | Bea Mienik

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Joseph Dennis | Matt Fishlinger | Courtney McManus | Ryan Verfurth

Families Accelerating a Cure Committee

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2026 C3 - Collaborate, Celebrate, Cure

October 08, 2026 6:00 - 10:00 pm

East 59th Street, New York, NY, USA

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Diabetes Research Institute Foundation 2026 C3 Gala

GET TO KNOW OUR PARTICIPANTS

HONORING

Philip McManus

Finley Frumberg

Dylan Dennis

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