Let’s start this year off on a high note! We are thrilled to share that Congress recently passed a three-year renewal of the Special Diabetes Program (SDP) totaling $450 million in critical T1D research funding. The T1D community has benefited immensely from the SDP since it was first enacted in 1997, and the program complements many of Breakthrough T1D’s research priorities. This is tremendous news for the T1D community, and we urge you to join us in saying ‘thank you’ to Congress today!

The SDP is improving lives and advancing research to treat, prevent and ultimately find cures for T1D through the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The program has helped scientists make significant advances – including artificial pancreas technology, beta cell replacement techniques, improvements to continuous glucose monitors and treatments for complications of T1D like kidney disease and diabetic retinopathy.

This incredible news became a reality thanks to the tireless commitment of our Breakthrough T1D advocates. Participation in Breakthrough T1D’s mobilizations and campaigns – most notably our recent 452 ‘Promise to Remember Me’ virtual meetings between Members of Congress and advocates of all ages and experiences – kept legislators informed of the need for and importance of a continued investment in T1D research, and the significant role they could play in improving the lives of their constituents impacted by T1D. Thanks to our advocates for all they do in service of our mission!

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