Breakthrough T1D Greater Los Angeles March Newsletter

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A monthly guide to what’s happening in your Breakthrough T1D Community

Breakthrough T1D Walk

Join us on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena for our Breakthrough T1D Walk, Los Angeles beginning at 8 a.m.

This special morning brings our T1D community together to connect with one another, celebrate incredible fundraising efforts, and continue driving progress toward better treatments and ultimately cures for type 1 diabetes. The Walk is a meaningful and memorable day filled with music, food, community, and fun!

It’s not too late to register, so we hope you will join us as we walk with purpose and heart. 💙

For any questions, contact Sue Pietrzak.

Save the Date!  The Santa Barbara Walk, will take place again this fall on September, 2026.

For any questions, contact Judy Parra.

Encourage your friends and family to join your team for this fun, impactful event. Together, we are a force for change. Thank you for your ongoing dedication and support. We can’t wait to walk with you!

Breakthrough T1D Endurance

Ride

Ride Packages are still available!

It’s time for Breakthrough T1D Ride, where every pedal stroke powers research, advocacy, and support to improve lives until we find cures! This inspiring, high-energy program welcomes cyclists of all skill levels to raise T1D awareness and accelerate our journey to a world without T1D. Claim your spot at one of our 2026 Rides today! With coach-led, supportive training rides throughout the year, there’s no better time to find your Ride community.

We are excited to announce the 2026 Ride destinations:

La Crosse, WI: August 13-16, 2026
The Cascades, WA: August 27-30, 2026
Cape Cod, MA: September 24-27, 2026
Austin, TX: October 27-November 1, 2026
Amelia Island, FL: December 3-6, 2026
MY RIDE: Your Ride, Your Way, Your Day

Where will you ride? Register today!

For questions or more information about Breakthrough T1D Endurance opportunities, contact Judy Parra.

Gala

Save the Date!

Save the date to join us on October 10, 2026 at the Skirball Cultural Center for an unforgettable evening filled with purpose, celebration, and raising funds for T1D research.

Until then, we’re assembling a group of amazing individuals to serve on our Gala Committee and help plan next year’s event. If you love making a difference, have a strong network, and enjoy planning unforgettable events, we’d love to have you!

For more information contact Tarah Kennedy.

Breakthrough T1D Community Engagement

Breakthrough T1D Community Summits are an educational and networking opportunity for all those impacted by type 1 diabetes (T1D). They will bring our community together to learn from T1D experts, hear about the latest breakthroughs in T1D research, meet vendor exhibitors, connect with others impacted by T1D, and more.

As we look ahead to the New Year, we’re forming Community Engagement Committees across several regions. If you’re passionate about bringing people together, supporting event planning, or helping strengthen our healthcare partnerships, we’d be thrilled to have you involved!

Interested? Please contact Marcela Pallete.

Join Us for our next Community Summit!

    • Santa Barbara, Sunday, May 3, at the University of California, Santa Barbara | Register Here
    • Pasadena, Sunday, November 15, at the Pasadena Convention Center | SAVE THE DATE! Registration information coming soon

Upcoming Chapter Events

In-Person Event

  • T1D Adult Happy Hour – Saturday, March 14, 3 p.m. at Arts District Brewery (828 Traction Ave, 90013). Meet and connect with other adults living with T1D in the Los Angeles area as we gather for a casual weekend happy hour in the DTLA Arts District. This event is 21+ and RSVP is required. RSVP Here.

Virtual Events

Written by: rspidell