Greater New England Chapter
Events
Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
44th Annual Breakthrough T1D Boston Gala | One Night 2026
Omni Boston at the Seaport, Boston, MA
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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October Cure Champion
If you’re reading this letter, then we have probably already walked a similar diagnosis story together. From the deafening words of “Warren has type 1 diabetes (T1D)”, to the trauma-filled adrenaline that helps us become an expert. We kept it…
2025: A Year In Review
As the final days of this remarkable year unfold, we pause to reflect on the extraordinary strides we’ve made together. This year has been nothing short of inspiring, and it’s all thanks to you—our passionate and dedicated community. Your unwavering…
December Cure Champion
I remember May 23, 2008, like it was yesterday. I was sitting at the lunch table in the 5th grade when the school nurse came over to me and told me to go to her office with her. She calmly…
Now Accepting: 2026 Boston Marathon Applications
Breakthrough T1D is proud to be an official member of 2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon® Official Charity Program. Through this program, the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) supports selected nonprofit organizations that strengthen our local community and provides these organizations…
Important Walk Day Details
The funds and support raised by Breakthrough T1D Walk will power more research, enable more advocacy, and fund more support for everyone living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Your dedication inspires us, and we know that, with your support, we…
Celebrating Our 2025 Breakthrough T1D Walk Presenting Sponsors in Boston and New Hampshire
We are excited to announce that the 2025 Breakthrough T1D Walks will be powered by two incredible Presenting Sponsors, Novo Nordisk for the Boston Walk and Sequel Med Tech for the New Hampshire Walk! These organizations share our vision of a world…
Leadership
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Jim Bode
President
Jaleen Siekman
Chair, Nominating and Board Development
Corey Rosenfield
Co-Chair, Corporate Development Committee
Casey Rojas
Advocacy Team Chair, MA
Brian Colton
Advocacy Team Chair, RI
Amanda Gilchrist
Clinical Trails Education Volunteer
Dawn McGrew
Mission Information Volunteer
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Hagerstown, MD, 21741-5009