Breakthrough T1D Greater Los Angeles August Newsletter

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

Join Us to Power Breakthroughs for T1D Cures

We’re less than three months away from the Breakthrough T1D Los Angeles Gala: Cures on the Horizon. Don’t miss this opportunity to help power breakthroughs that will transform the future of type 1 diabetes (T1D).

When: Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Where: Skirball Cultural Center

This year, we are very excited to honor our special guest, *NSYNC star and T1D advocate Lance Bass with the “Breakthrough T1D Spotlight” Award. We’re also thrilled to welcome back KTLA 5 Morning News anchor and proud T1D dad Frank Buckley as our host.

The evening will bring our community together for an unforgettable night of inspiration and impact, featuring exciting silent and live auctions and our powerful Fund A Cure program to accelerate life-changing T1D research. Whether you attend, sponsor the event, or simply make a donation, every contribution moves us one step closer to cures for T1D. To purchase tickets, sponsorships, tables or donate to Fund A Cure, please visit our website here.

For more information contact Tarah Kennedy.

Join Our Movement

We are on a mission to power new breakthroughs in type 1 diabetes (T1D) research! Whether it’s spending a day walking with your community at a Breakthrough T1D Walk, attending an unforgettable evening at our annual Gala, or pedaling through the miles at a high-energy, awe-inspiring Ride, your commitment drives research, advocacy, and support to improve lives as we advance toward cures.

Breakthrough T1D Ride, 2026 will take place at 5 exciting locations throughout the country, or you can ride from anywhere with MyRide. Many Ride Packages are still available, so no matter if you plan to ride 1 mile or 100, claim your spot today!

Congratulations and good luck to the following Ride participants who will be attending The Cascades, WA Ride from August 27-30:

  • Jeffrey Schwedock (Coach)
  • Jeffrey Bowser
  • Jesse Berghoefer
  • Kaye Coates
  • Kimberly Krenek
  • Laura Mecoy
  • Paul Shapiro
  • Cary Walker
  • Colin Tanigawa
  • Devin Tanigawa
  • Benicio Viramontes

WE RIDE ON to power T1D breakthroughs!

Where will you ride? Register today!

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

Get Your Walk Team Ready

Registration is open for Breakthrough T1D Walk, Santa Barbara. Join us for an inspiring day of community and raising funds for breakthroughs in T1D research!

When: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Where: Leadbetter Beach Park
801 Shoreline Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93109

For any questions, contact Judy Parra.

Save the Date for Breakthrough T1D Walk, Los Angeles

Registration Opens August 11!
When: Saturday, March 20, 2027
Where: Rose Bowl, Pasadena
To join the Walk Committee, please contact Sue Pietrzak.

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!

Volunteer and Make a Difference!

Interested in taking your involvement with Breakthrough T1D to the next level? Volunteers have been a critical part of our movement since day one of this organization, and we would love for you to join us!

To learn more sign up to volunteer, visit our website, here.

Featured Volunteer Position:

Outreach Ambassador volunteers play a vital role in supporting newly diagnosed individuals and families, helping connect them to Breakthrough T1D at a critical moment. We are looking for caring and empathetic individuals to join this team and ensure that no one faces a new T1D diagnosis alone.

For more information, contact Marcela Pallete.

Upcoming Chapter Events

To view our full calendar of upcoming events, visit our Events Page here.

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Written by: rspidell