Greater New York Metro Chapter

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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
Breakthrough T1D New York City Real Estate Games 2025
Chelsea Piers NY, New York, NY

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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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
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It Takes a Village: How Community Carried Us Through T1D
Fran Crocco (left) and Jared Crocco (far right). The Unexpected Beginning Jared was diagnosed at age 14—not through a routine doctor’s visit, but because he wasn’t feeling well. He had always been a picky eater, but we noticed he’d started…
Reaching the Stars: April’s Journey of Resilience
The Early Dream April’s fascination with space unfolded at five years old, when she decided her life’s goal was to become an astronaut. Her dream persisted even when her type 1 diabetes (T1D) diagnosis at 11 presented a barrier… automatic…
Lacing Up for T1D: From NYC to London
Hannah Jackman is a 25-year-old living in New York City, lacing up her sneakers in two months to participate in the London Marathon for Breakthrough T1D. Having completed two NYC marathons, she is utilizing her passion for running to…
Thank You For Creating Such a Special Night for Breakthrough T1D
Thank you for joining the Greater New York Metro Chapter for a fantastic and powerful evening at the Breakthrough T1D 51st Annual Promise Gala. Whether you were with us in the ballroom or supported us from afar, thank you for…
Honoring Este Haim: Recognizing a T1D Advocate and Musical Powerhouse at the 51st Promise Gala
We are thrilled to recognize Este Haim, GRAMMY®-nominated musician, composer, actor, and writer, with the Breakthrough T1D Voice of Influence Award at the Greater New York Metro 51st Promise Gala on November 14 at Cipriani South Street. Este was diagnosed…
Celebrating Strength and Hope: Meet Our Fund A Cure Champions
Meet our three Fund A Cure champions, Taylor Kearns, Ella Virkler, and Audrey Demong, three women with their own unique stories who share the history, challenges, and successes of living with T1D. Audrey Demong Diagnosed at 10 years old, 2.5…
Leadership
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Kelly Borzell
Associate Executive Director
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New York, New York, 10281
212-689-2860
212-253-4171
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PO Box 5044
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-5044