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 will reach our goal of raising more than $1 million at this year’s Walks! We look forward to Walk Day where we can celebrate your commitment and the strength of the T1D community.
Please read the following thoroughly before Walk Day to ensure an easy arrival. For questions or more information please contact the Greater New England Chapter at greaternewengland@breakthrought1d.org.
New Hampshire Walk | Saturday, October 4, 2025
Before the Walk
- We HIGHLY encourage all Walkers to pre-register online at Breakthrough T1D.org/newhampshire.
- Turning in funds earlier is another great way to ensure a speedy check-in process on Walk Day. Just like your local bank, the Breakthrough T1D Fundraising app has mobile deposit capabilities. Use this feature to get your donations added to your fundraising pages faster. Any offline donations that you do not wish to use the mobile deposit for, you can mail to: Breakthrough T1D Greater New England Chapter, Attn: NH Walk, PO Box 5009 Hagerstown, MD 21741. Checks can be made payable to Breakthrough T1D. Please be sure to include a note listing the walker and team name—there is a collection form that can be used for this purpose which you can find in your participant center. We appreciate your patience, as there may be a delay in processing and posting offline funds.
- The Walk Day Bag Policy will be strongly enforced by police. No bags can be left on-site while you are on the Walk route. Please be prepared by only bringing bags you can walk with (small backpacks, cross-body purses, fanny packs, etc.).
- Don’t forget your reusable water bottle and Rufus!
Walk Day Schedule
- 9 a.m. Site Opens
- 9:50 a.m. Line Up for T1D Parade at the Welcome Tent
- 10 a.m. Welcome Remarks
- 10:15 a.m. Walk Starts
- 11:30 a.m. Light Refreshments Served and Entertainment
- Post Walk Stark Brewing give back event
When You Arrive
Teams and individual Walkers do not need to check in unless you have money to turn in or are a V1P. Please see the enclosed map to get acquainted with the site.
- V1P Check-In: If you have personally raised more than $1,000, you are a V1P and there will be a designated check-in line just for you where you can pick up your V1P pin!
- General Check-In: If you have pre-registered online and have gifts to turn in, cash donations should be counted and sealed in a completed Walker Collection Envelope. Checks may also be turned in, please be sure that team name and participant are clearly written in the memo line.
- T1D Champion Parade: As part of the opening ceremony, we will gather ALL our T1D champions together to parade through the site. We will honor all T1D Champions by how many years they’ve been a T1D warrior and cheer them on. Please plan for extra time on Walk Day to make sure your champion is there to get lined up with the help of our volunteers at 9:50 a.m. at the Welcome Tent. The parade will end in front of the arch for a photo opportunity and then participants can make their way back to their teams.
Food and Refreshments
- We are excited to welcome Espresso Dave’s onsite with coffee and other beverages available for purchase. Please note all V1Ps will receive one drink ticket at Check-In.
- The Breakthrough T1D Walk sites are cutting down on single-use plastic bottles. Refill stations will be located along the route and in the food tent, so please consider bringing your own reusable bottle.
- While we provide as many refreshments as possible, please understand that we have a limited quantity of food and beverage available, and we are not able to meet all dietary needs. In order for you to fully enjoy the activities of the day, we ask that you please come prepared with your own water bottles and snacks for low blood sugar treatment.
- After the Walk, visit Stark Brewing across the parking lot to enjoy some food and drinks. Stark Brewing is generously donating 10% of food sales back to Breakthrough T1D when the attached flyer is shown.
Walk Route
Our Walk Route will follow a route through downtown Manchester, looping back to the main site and we will be offering a shorter Family-Friendly route option as well. Please download the PDF version of the Day of Details to view the route map and remember to follow the Breakthrough T1D signs. Volunteers will also be in place to help you navigate. Please be sure to stay of the sidewalks and follow the rules of the road.
Directions and Parking Information
Arms Park
10 Arms Street
Manchester, NH 03101
Free parking will be available in the Arms Park parking lot. Please see parking map for more details.
Boston Walk | Saturday, September 27, 2025
Before the Walk
- We HIGHLY encourage all Walkers to pre-register online at Breakthrough T1D.org/boston.
- Turning in funds earlier is another great way to ensure a speedy check-in process on Walk Day. Just like your local bank, the Breakthrough T1D Fundraising app has mobile deposit capabilities. Use this feature to get your donations added to your fundraising pages faster. Any offline donations that you do not wish to use the mobile deposit for, you can mail to: Breakthrough T1D Greater New England Chapter, Attn: Boston Walk, PO Box 5009 Hagerstown, MD 21741. Checks can be made payable to Breakthrough T1D. Please be sure to include a note listing the walker and team name—there is a collection form that can be used for this purpose which you can find in your participant center. We appreciate your patience, as there may be a delay in processing and posting offline funds.
- The Walk Day Bag Policy will be strongly enforced by police. No bags can be left at the DCR Hatch Shell while you are on the Walk route. Please be prepared by only bringing bags you can walk with (small backpacks, cross-body purses, fanny packs, etc.).
- Don’t forget your reusable water bottle and Rufus!
Walk Day Schedule
- 9 a.m. Site Opens
- 10 a.m. Welcome Remarks
- 10:15 a.m. Walk Starts
- 11:30 a.m. Light Refreshments Served and Entertainment
When You Arrive
Teams and individual Walkers do not need to check in unless you have money to turn in or are a V1P.
- V1P Check-In: If you have personally raised more than $1,000, you are a V1P and there will be a designated check-in line just for you where you can pick up your V1P pin!
- General Check-In: If you have pre-registered online and have gifts to turn in, cash donations should be counted and sealed in a completed Walker Collection Envelope. Checks may also be turned in, please be sure that team name and participant are clearly written in the memo line.
- Milestone Moment: All walkers should stop by the Welcome/Check-In Tent to pick up their T1D Connection flag for the opening ceremony.
Food and Refreshments
- We are excited to welcome Boston Latte onsite with coffee and other beverages available for purchase. Please note all V1Ps will receive one drink ticket at Check-In.
- The Breakthrough T1D Walk sites are cutting down on single-use plastic bottles. Refill stations will be located along the route and in the food tent, so please consider bringing your own reusable bottle.
- While we provide as many refreshments as possible, please understand that we have a limited quantity of food and beverage available, and we are not able to meet all dietary needs. In order for you to fully enjoy the activities of the day, we ask that you please come prepared with your own water bottles and snacks for low blood sugar treatment.
Walk Route
Our Walk Route will follow the Boston side of the Charles River Esplanade and we will be offering a shorter Family-Friendly route option as well. Please download the PDF version of the Day of Details to view the route map and remember to follow the Breakthrough T1D signs. Volunteers will also be in place to help you navigate.
Directions and Parking Information
There is no parking available at the DCR Hatch Shell. Should you choose to drive, please be prepared to park at one of the suggested nearby parking garages. We strongly encourage all Walkers to use public transportation on Walk Day. Uber or other ride sharing apps cannot enter the Hatch Shell but can pick up/drop off in the designated lane on Storrow Drive.
By Train:
- Take the Red line to the Charles/MGH station: Walk over the footbridge to Storrow drive and proceed to the DCR Hatch Shell.
- Take the Green line to the Arlington station: Take a left onto Arlington Street, a left onto Beacon Street, turn right onto David E. Mugar Way, and cross over Storrow Drive using the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge.
By Car:
- Boston Common Garage: Located underneath the Boston Common, the entrance is located on Charles Street directly across from the Public Garden. To walk to the DCR Hatch Shell from the garage, turn right onto Charles Street, turn left onto Beacon Street, turn right onto David E. Mugar Way, and cross over Storrow Drive using the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge. More information: http://bostoncommongarage.com.
- LAZ Storrow Drive Lot and Charles Street Lot: Head north on Charles Street toward Putnam Avenue. Turn left toward the Frances Appleton Pedestrian Bridge. Turn right to cross over the Longfellow Bridge onto the Frances Appleton Bridge. Follow along the Charles River Esplanade to the DCR Hatch Shell. More information: https://www.lazparking.com/local/boston-ma/charles-street-garage.
Maine Walk | Sunday, September 28, 2025
Before the Walk
- We HIGHLY encourage all Walkers to pre-register online at Breakthrough T1D.org/maine.
- Turning in funds earlier is another great way to ensure a speedy check-in process on Walk Day. Just like your local bank, the Breakthrough T1D Fundraising app has mobile deposit capabilities. Use this feature to get your donations added to your fundraising pages faster. Any offline donations that you do not wish to use the mobile deposit for, you can mail to: Breakthrough T1D Greater New England Chapter, Attn: Maine Walk, PO Box 5009 Hagerstown, MD 21741. Checks can be made payable to Breakthrough T1D. Please be sure to include a note listing the walker and team name—there is a collection form that can be used for this purpose which you can find in your participant center. We appreciate your patience, as there may be a delay in processing and posting offline funds.
- The Walk Day Bag Policy will be strongly enforced by police. No bags can be left on-site while you are on the Walk route. Please be prepared by only bringing bags you can walk with (small backpacks, cross-body purses, fanny packs, etc.).
- Don’t forget your reusable water bottle and Rufus!
Walk Day Schedule
- 9 a.m. Site Opens
- 9:50 a.m. T1D Parade Line Up at the Welcome Tent
- 10 a.m. Welcome Remarks
- 10:15 a.m. Walk Starts
- 11:30 a.m. Light Refreshments Served and Entertainment
When You Arrive
Teams and individual Walkers do not need to check in unless you have money to turn in or are a V1P. Please see the enclosed map to get acquainted with the site.
- V1P Check-In: If you have personally raised more than $1,000, you are a V1P and there will be a designated check-in line just for you where you can pick up your V1P pin!
- General Check-In: If you have pre-registered online and have gifts to turn in, cash donations should be counted and sealed in a completed Walker Collection Envelope. Checks may also be turned in, please be sure that team name and participant are clearly written in the memo line.
- T1D Champion Parade: As part of the opening ceremony, we will gather ALL our T1D champions together to parade through the site. We will honor all T1D Champions by how many years they’ve been a T1D warrior and cheer them on. Please plan for extra time on Walk Day to make sure your champion is there to get lined up with the help of our volunteers at 9:50 a.m. at the Welcome Tent. The parade will end in front of the arch for a photo opportunity and then participants can make their way back to their teams.
Food and Refreshments
- We are excited to welcome back Vagabond Coffee Truck onsite with coffee and other beverages available for purchase. Please note all V1Ps will receive one drink ticket at Check-In.
- The Breakthrough T1D Walk sites are cutting down on single-use plastic bottles. Refill stations will be located along the route and in the food tent, so please consider bringing your own reusable bottle.
- While we provide as many refreshments as possible, please understand that we have a limited quantity of food and beverage available, and we are not able to meet all dietary needs. In order for you to fully enjoy the activities of the day, we ask that you please come prepared with your own water bottles and snacks for low blood sugar treatment.
Walk Route
Our Walk Route will follow along the perimeter of Back Cove and we will be offering a shorter Family-Friendly route option as well. Please download the PDF version of the Day of Details to view the route map and remember to follow the Breakthrough T1D signs. Volunteers will also be in place to help you navigate.
Directions and Parking Information
Payson Park
800 Baxter Blvd
Portland, ME 04103
Free parking will be available in the grassy field next to the Park. Please see parking map for more details.
Rhode Island Walk | Sunday, September 28, 2025
Before the Walk
- We HIGHLY encourage all Walkers to pre-register online at Breakthrough T1D.org/rhodeisland.
- Turning in funds earlier is another great way to ensure a speedy check-in process on Walk Day. Just like your local bank, the Breakthrough T1D Fundraising app has mobile deposit capabilities. Use this feature to get your donations added to your fundraising pages faster. Any offline donations that you do not wish to use the mobile deposit for, you can mail to: Breakthrough T1D Greater New England Chapter, Attn: RI Walk, PO Box 5009 Hagerstown, MD 21741. Checks can be made payable to Breakthrough T1D. Please be sure to include a note listing the walker and team name—there is a collection form that can be used for this purpose which you can find in your participant center. We appreciate your patience, as there may be a delay in processing and posting offline funds.
- The Walk Day Bag Policy will be strongly enforced by police. No bags can be left on-site while you are on the Walk route. Please be prepared by only bringing bags you can walk with (small backpacks, cross-body purses, fanny packs, etc.).
- Don’t forget your reusable water bottle and Rufus!
- Dogs are not permitted on the Citizens Bank Johnston Campus. The only exception to this policy is that service animals will be allowed on campus.
Walk Day Schedule
- 9 a.m. Site Opens
- 9:50 a.m. T1D Parade Line Up at the Welcome Tent
- 10 a.m. Welcome Remarks
- 10:15 a.m. Walk Starts
- 11:30 a.m. Light Refreshments Served and Entertainment
When You Arrive
Teams and individual Walkers do not need to check in unless you have money to turn in or are a V1P. Please see the enclosed map to get acquainted with the site.
- V1P Check-In: If you have personally raised more than $1,000, you are a V1P and there will be a designated check-in line just for you where you can pick up your V1P pin!
- General Check-In: If you have pre-registered online and have gifts to turn in, cash donations should be counted and sealed in a completed Walker Collection Envelope. Checks may also be turned in, please be sure that team name and participant are clearly written in the memo line.
- T1D Champion Parade: As part of the opening ceremony, we will gather ALL our T1D champions together to parade through the site. We will honor all T1D Champions by how many years they’ve been a T1D warrior and cheer them on. Please plan for extra time on Walk Day to make sure your champion is there to get lined up with the help of our volunteers at 9:50 a.m. at the Welcome Tent. The parade will end in front of the arch for a photo opportunity and then participants can make their way back to their teams.
Food and Refreshments
- The Breakthrough T1D Walk sites are cutting down on single-use plastic bottles. Refill stations will be located along the route and in the food tent, so please consider bringing your own reusable bottle.
- While we provide as many refreshments as possible, please understand that we have a limited quantity of food and beverage available, and we are not able to meet all dietary needs. In order for you to fully enjoy the activities of the day, we ask that you please come prepared with your own water bottles and snacks for low blood sugar treatment.
Walk Route
For your safety and convenience, this year’s Walk route will lead you three times around the Citizens Bank Campus for a full 5K. The shorter, Family-Friendly route is just one lap around. The entire route is paved and handicap accessible. Please download the PDF version of the Day of Details to view the route map and remember to follow the Breakthrough T1D signs as you make your way along the route.
Directions and Parking Information
Citizens Bank Johnston Campus
685 Greenville Ave (One Citizens Bank Way)
Johnston, RI 02919
Please enter the campus through the main entrance. A parking garage is available to all our Walkers. Volunteers will be along the road to direct you.
Thanks to your continued support, Breakthrough T1D is the most influential private funder of T1D research in the world and has invested more than $2.5 billion in research funding since our inception. Breakthrough T1D currently has more than $49 million designated to 28 local research projects in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. To learn more about the impact your efforts are making on T1D research, visit BreakthroughT1D.org/research.
