Elbowbumpkid Inc is a grassroots, community run, community funded nonprofit. We are fueled by our volunteer board and committee members who are passionate about making a difference in our local T1D community. Your donations fund our ongoing programs including scholarships, caregiver events, community events for children, diaversary cards, college kits and other targeted programs for families impacted by Type 1 Diabetes.
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Elbowbumpkid (Saige) was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at 17 months old. The Merwin family has been fundraising and raising awareness about T1D for many years, raising over $150,000 for nonprofit organizations that are dedicated to improving the lives of families with Type 1 Diabetes.
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In 2019, Elbowbumpkid, Inc became a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax deductible.
Thank you for your support!
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OTHER WAYS TO HELP
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Travelers Championship Birdies for Charity
With your support, we'll receive a 15% bonus on every dollar raised, thanks to the generosity of Webster Bank. Your donation goes farther in helping to make an impact.
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Walmart Spark Good
Every time you shop on Walmart.com, you can round up your change and donate it to Elbowbumpkid Inc. Small acts can lead to big impact.
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Facebook Fundraiser
Having a birthday? Use your Facebook page to create a fundraiser for a nonprofit, and select Elbowbumpkid Inc.
Instructions can be found here.
Elbowbumpkid Inc facilitates monthly programs for children with T1D, help us provide free events for kids by purchasing an item from our list.
THANK YOU TO OUR GRANTORS
2025:
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CIGNA Community Ambassador Grant to establish program for families with T1D impacted by celiac disease, $20,000
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Merlin's Magic Wand, 100 tickets, www.merlinsmagicwand.org
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2024:
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Red Sox Foundation & Manning Family Foundation Connecticut IMPACT award, $15,000
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New England Patriots Difference Maker Grant, $5,000
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Merlin's Magic Wand, 150 tickets, www.merlinsmagicwand.org
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2023:
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Whole Foods Community Grant, $2000
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Sam's Club, $750
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CIGNA Grant through Volunteer of the Year Award, $5000
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Price Chopper Community Relations, $150
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Merlin's Magic Wand, 75 tickets, www.merlinsmagicwand.org
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2022:
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Petit Family Foundation, $3000
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ALDI Cares Community Grants, $1250
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2020:
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Whole Foods Community Grant, $1000
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