Charlotte and Western North Carolina Chapter
Events
Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
Charlotte Run Club Meet-Up
Little Sugar Creek Greenway (meet at Michael's), Charlotte, NC
We all have a story of how T1D has changed our lives. As a Breakthrough T1D advocate, I use my voice to tell lawmakers our story of living with T1D and why research must continue.
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Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
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25th Anniversary Breakthrough T1D Charlotte Gala 2026 – Honoring Crandall and Erskine Bowles
Breakthrough T1D is proud to honor Crandall and Erskine Bowles at our 25 Anniversary Gala for their leadership, vision, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of those impacted by type 1 diabetes- including their two sons, Sam and Bill. …
Ride Registration for 2026 Is Open!
Whether you are taking on a coast‑to‑coast challenge or choosing MyRide, your anywhere‑anytime option, there is a place and a pace for every rider. Every mile you ride fuels breakthroughs in T1D research, advocacy, and support and brings us closer…
Apply to Run the World Marathon Majors with Breakthrough T1D!
For runners around the globe, the Abbott World Marathon Majors represent the pinnacle of endurance, community, and personal achievement. For the Breakthrough T1D community, they represent something even bigger — a chance to turn miles into meaningful impact for everyone…
Introducing the Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes (T1D)!
Mattel, Inc., in partnership with Breakthrough T1D, is proud to debut the first Barbie® doll with type 1 diabetes (T1D)! This global collaboration will drive breakthroughs, big and small, shaping a world where people with T1D are seen, heard, and…
Health Insurance Guide
When you have a chronic condition like type 1 diabetes (T1D), having health insurance is critical to help you manage and treat your condition. Breakthrough T1D is here to support you with tips and tools to navigate healthcare and health…
Leadership
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Matt Olson
Board President
Wyn Bilbrey
Nominating Chair
Jackie Steward
Advocacy Team Chair
Kylie Vennemann
Healthcare Partner Chair
Corey Colson
Healthcare Partner Chair
Erika Peterfy
Mission Information Volunteer
Contact Us
6230 Fairview Road
Suite 210
Charlotte, NC, 28210
704-561-0828
Mail and Donations Address
PO Box 6815
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-6815