Connecticut and Western Massachusetts Chapter
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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
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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Celebrating Our 2026 Breakthrough T1D West Haven Walk Presenting Sponsor
We are excited to announce that the 2026 Breakthrough T1D West Haven Walk will be powered by our incredible Presenting Sponsor, Yale New Haven Health! This organization shares our vision of a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D) and is…
Become a Community Connector: Bring Your Local T1D Community Together
Every person facing type 1 diabetes (T1D) knows the feeling of walking into a room and instantly understanding each other — no explanation needed. That connection is powerful. It’s also the whole idea behind one of our most hands-on volunteer…
September Cure Champions
We are proud to introduce our September Cure Champions, the 2026 Party with 1 Purpose Family Honorees, the Batchelor Family. Jeremy, Brianna, Jackson, Wyatt, and Estelle Batchelor are a family that shows up for each other — on the sidelines,…
August Cure Champion
Every so often, someone comes along whose passion for the mission becomes bigger than any one ride, any one season, any one person. John T. Higgins was one of those people, and this month, our Connecticut and Western Massachusetts Chapter…
Get Involved: Volunteer Opportunities for Every Passion
Volunteer support is at the heart of everything we do. Whether you have a few hours to give or are looking for a larger commitment, there are countless ways to make a meaningful impact on our community. Cape Cod Ride: Our…
Leadership
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Michael Calorossi
Board President
Mark Porter
Treasurer
Anthony Abate
Corporate Chair
Dr. Milton Wallack
Nominating Chair
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PO Box 1570
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-1570