THE MISSION of The Implantable Insulin Pump Foundation is to encourage and support the development of an improved and technologically modern implantable insulin pump and to insure that this remarkable diabetes management solution is affordable and readily available for any T1D who wants to have it.

The Formation of The Implantable Insulin Pump Foundation

January 12, 2012:  The Implantable Insulin Pump Foundation is incorporated in the State of California.

March 29, 2012:  Form 1023 is filed with the United States Internal Revenue Service.  Form 1023 is the Application for Recognition of Exemption Under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

March 28, 2014:  The IRS officially determines that The Implantable Insulin Pump Foundation qualifies for 501 (c) (3) Public Charity Status, effective as of January 12, 2012.

April 24, 2014:  Form 3500A Submission of Exemption Request is filed with California Franchise Tax Board

July 18, 2014:  California Franchise Tax Board grants Tax Deferred Status to The Implantable Insulin Pump Foundation

February 24, 2014:  The Implantable Insulin Pump Foundation receives confirmation of its registration with the State of California Department of Justice Registry of Charitable Trusts.

November 2016:  The official launch of our website and our outreach to the diabetes community.

Note:  We are very grateful to the law firm of Orrick, Herrington and Sutcliffe for their considerable pro bono assistance in navigating this detailed process.  Their help truly made it possible for us establish our foundation.