Greater Northwest Chapter

Your local chapter serves as the hub of Breakthrough T1D information and events in your area. We’re here to help. Connect with us to find support, community and ways to join the fight to end T1D.

Events

Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.

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.  

Mary Horn

Grassroots Advocate, Breakthrough T1D Advocacy

Get Involved

Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.

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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.

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Join us on April 26th at Ogren Park (at Allegiance Field) for this year’s Missoula Community Walk! Whether you’re personally affected by type 1 diabetes or supporting loved ones, participating in these walks helps propel research toward life-changing breakthroughs and…

Fundraising

Beat the Bridge for Breakthrough T1D is coming up on Saturday, May 9, bringing our community together for one of Seattle’s most iconic events in support of type 1 diabetes research. Whether you are a competitive runner, casual walker, or…

Fundraising

The Breakthrough T1D Ride is back for 2026, and registration is officially open! Join the Pacific Northwest Ride Team as we head to our home destination: The Cascades in Cle Elum, WA (August 27-30). Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist, new…

Ride

Want to support Breakthrough T1D’s mission on your own terms? Breakthrough T1D Your Way lets you take action anytime, anywhere! Join a passionate community working towards one bold vision: a world without type 1 diabetes. With Your Way , you’re…

Fundraising

Of course you can celebrate holidays with T1D, it may just take a little extra planning! Holidays are meant to be enjoyed, and you deserve to take part in the fun…and yes, the sweet treats too. This Valentine’s Day, celebrate…

Awareness Research

Leadership

Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.

Kara Alicia

Board President

Jacqui Jones

Board President Elect

Mike Boyle

Development Chair

Keith Overa

Advocacy Team Chair

Julie Geddes

Mission Information Volunteer

Jude Restis

Mission Information Volunteer

Laura Tremblay

Mission Information Volunteer

Contact Us

1215 4th Avenue
Suite 1050
Seattle, WA, 98161

206-838-5153

Mail and Donations Address

PO Box 1531
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-1531

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