Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Canada
International Award of Excellence
In June of 2008, Jackie and Mollie travelled to Toronto, Canada for the JDRFC Annual Conference, and received this award for our work internationally, for our advocacy over the years with JDRF and the Diabetic Angels.


Finalist for the DoSomething Award

In March of 2008, Jackie represented Mollie and the Diabetic Angels, as a finalist for the Brick Award, for more information, visit www.dosomething.org/brick


Mudd Girls Move The World

In January of 2008, they were selected as two of four teens to represent Mudd Corporation, a subsidiary of Iconix Brand, as role modes for their Spring and Summer National Advertising Campaign, Mudd Girls Move the World. For further information, visit www.mymuddworld.com


National Society of Collegiate Scholars

In January of 2008, both Mollie and Jackie were honored as new members of NSCS.


Most Caring Young Americans

On November 16, 2007, Mollie and Jackie were named two of the five Most Caring Young Americans and inducted into the Frederick Douglas Museum and Hall of Fame for Caring Americans.


9-11 Heroes Award for Community Service

September 11, 2007, Mollie, representing Jackie and herself, were honored for their years of community service by CAI.


Nominated for the Cosmo!Girl Born to Lead Award

In July of 2007, the girls were names as finalists.


Prudential Spirit of Community Award - 2007

National Award winner and State of Nevada Honoree.


Who’s Who Among American High School Students

Jackie was nominated for and selected as one of America’s most outstanding High School Student and is pictured in Who’s Who Among American High School Students.  


Certificate of Recognition: Nevada State High School Motivating Member

Mollie and Jackie received this honor for setting an example and willingly volunteering and speaking on behalf of Nevada State High School.


Student of the Year

Bishop Gorman High School - Religion 2


LINK Program

Both Mollie and Jackie were selected for the LINK Partnership Program, Bishop Gorman High School - Role Model


Selected Student Ambassador.

People To People Student Ambassador Program - Summer 2005


Young Heroes of the Year Award - Presented by 20th Century Fox and Legoland

2 of 15 young people across America, selected as Outstanding Young Americans.  National award given for the creation of the Diabetic Angels, a diabetic education and self help group for children/teens/adults.


Diabetes Awareness Award

Recognized for diabetes advocacy for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation


JDRF Certificate of Recognition

For Sharing the Vision of finding a cure for diabetes. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.


The following are awards that were given on multiple occasions over the past 14 years.


Platinum Award

Raised $20,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Walk to Cure Diabetes


Gold Level Achievement Award

Raised $10,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Walk to Cure Diabetes


Golden Sneaker Award

Raised $10,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Walk to Cure Diabetes


Walk to Cure Diabetes Silver Sneaker Award

Raised $5,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Walk to Cure Diabetes


Silver Level Achievement Award for Outstanding Team Performance

Raised $5,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Walk to Cure Diabetes


Walk to Cure Diabetes Sneaker Award

Raised $5,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Walk to Cure Diabetes




Letters of Commendation/Appreciation


President George W. Bush - Laura Bush - Senator Harry Reid

Senator John Ensign - Senator Jay Rockefeller - Congressman John Porter

Congresswoman Shelly Berkley - Congreeswoman Caroline Maloney -

Congressman Dean Heller - Governor Jim Gibson - State Senator Dina Titus

Senator Bill Raggio - Congressman George R. Nethercut - Governor Kenny Guinn

Robert Wood Johnson IV, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Robert Hindle, Chairman of the Board, JDRF Canada

Robert Goldstein, Firector Research, JDRF

Garnett E. Smith, President and CEO Advance Auto Parts - John McDonough, Chairman of the Board, JDRF  - Nus Shulamit, Chairman, JDRFI Israel