{"id":14924,"date":"2026-05-06T17:00:56","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T17:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/?p=14924"},"modified":"2026-08-03T16:14:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T16:14:36","slug":"breakthrough-t1d-greater-orange-county-may-newsletter-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/2026\/05\/06\/breakthrough-t1d-greater-orange-county-may-newsletter-26\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough T1D Greater Orange County May Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>A monthly guide to what\u2019s happening in your Breakthrough T1D Community<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14925 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/OC-Golf-May-1.png\" alt=\"Powering Breakthroughs\" width=\"757\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/OC-Golf-May-1.png 757w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/OC-Golf-May-1-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 757px) 100vw, 757px\" \/><\/p>\n<div>\n<h2 style=\"line-height: 115%\">Help Us Transform Life with T1D<\/h2>\n<p>We are on a mission to power new breakthroughs in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/t1d-basics\/\">type 1 diabetes<\/a> (T1D) research! Whether it\u2019s spending a day out with your community at <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.breakthrought1d.org\/site\/SPageServer?pagename=walk_homepage&amp;_stellarVisitorId=visitor_17823987440480.18036150912420867\">Breakthrough T1D Walk<\/a>, an unforgettable evening at our annual Gala, golfing your way through 18 holes, or pedaling through the miles at a high-energy Ride, your commitment drives research, advocacy, and support to improve lives as we advance toward cures.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-14864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/03\/OC3.4-300x169.png\" alt=\"Fore The Kids Golf Classic Logo\" width=\"269\" height=\"151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/03\/OC3.4-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/03\/OC3.4.png 568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 269px) 100vw, 269px\" \/>The <strong>Breakthrough T1D<\/strong> <strong>Fore the Kids Golf Classic<\/strong> returns to Monarch Beach Golf Links on <strong>Monday, June 15. <\/strong>Located along the stunning Dana Point coastline, this course is one of only a handful of true oceanfront courses in California, offering breathtaking views and an unforgettable playing experience in Orange County.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Due to overwhelming excitement, the tournament is now on a waitlist for player registration. We still have a limited number of sponsorship opportunities available, so don\u2019t miss your chance to be part of this incredible day and make an impact.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For sponsorship opportunities or to join the Golf Planning Committee, chaired by Torrey DiRoberto and Jenny Rodriquez, please contact <a href=\"mailto:LChrist@BreakthroughT1D.org\"><strong>Lauren Christ.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14907 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/OC3.png\" alt=\"Join Our Movement\" width=\"624\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/OC3.png 624w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/OC3-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Walk or Ride With Us for T1D Cures<\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s time for <strong>Breakthrough T1D Ride<\/strong>, where every pedal stroke powers research, advocacy, and support to improve lives until we find a cure! <strong>Breakthrough T1D Ride,<\/strong> <strong>2026 <\/strong>will take place at 5 exciting locations throughout the country, or you can ride from anywhere with MyRide. <strong>Many Ride Packages are still available,<\/strong> so no matter if you plan to ride 1 mile or 100, claim your spot today!<\/p>\n<p>Where will you ride? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.breakthrought1d.org\/site\/SPageServer?pagename=ride_homepage\">Register Today!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For questions or more information about Breakthrough T1D Endurance opportunities, contact <a href=\"mailto:JParra@BreakthroughT1D.org\"><strong>Judy Parra.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-14749\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/01\/DSC06782-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Breakthrough T1D Walk\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/01\/DSC06782-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/01\/DSC06782-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/01\/DSC06782-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/01\/DSC06782-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/01\/DSC06782-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Join us for a <strong>Breakthrough T1D Walk<\/strong> in your community, where every step drives research, advocacy, and support to improve lives as we advance toward cures. These fun, family-friendly events welcome participants of all ages and abilities to raise T1D awareness and move us closer to a world without T1D.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Temecula Valley Community Walk, <\/strong>May 30, 2026 | Promenade Temecula<\/li>\n<li><strong>Orange County Walk, <\/strong>November 8, 2026 | Angel Stadium of Anaheim<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Registration is open for all Walks<\/strong>, so <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.breakthrought1d.org\/site\/SPageServer?pagename=walk_homepage\">find your local Walk<\/a> <\/strong>and\u00a0sign up your team today!<\/p>\n<p>We are also in the process of building <strong>local Walk Committees<\/strong> to assist with these events and we need you! Contact <strong><a href=\"mailto:SKearney@Breakthrought1d.org\">Samantha Kearney<\/a><\/strong> in Temecula and <strong><a href=\"mailto:LChrist@Bt1d.org\">Lauren Christ<\/a><\/strong> in Orange County.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14926 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/Gov-Day-May.png\" alt=\"Advocating For Progress\" width=\"757\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/Gov-Day-May.png 757w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/Gov-Day-May-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 757px) 100vw, 757px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"Heading1Char\">Breakthrough T1D Advocates Convened in Washington, D.C. for 2026 Government Day<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breakthrough T1D 2026 Government Day brought together motivated<\/p>\n<p>Advocates from all 50 states to convene in Washington, D.C., where they held nearly 500 meetings with Members of Congress and their staff in the U.S. House and Senate, sharing their personal stories of life with T1D, championing our top legislative priorities, and doing all they could to ensure that the collective voice of the T1D community was heard loud and clear on Capitol Hill.<\/p>\n<p>Breakthrough T1D Advocates had a few specific asks for Congress, which we believe will have the biggest impact on our ability to achieve our mission.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Support for the Special Diabetes Program (SDP)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Protect Critical Funding for the NIH and FDA that Support T1D Research and Cures <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accelerate Cell Therapies <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Advance Insulin Affordability For All<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Other highlights of this event included the presentation of the Mary Tyler Moore Award to Princess Padmaja Kumari Parmar of Udaipur, India and the Congressional Legacy Award to Senator Jeanne Shaheen (NH).<\/p>\n<p>Breakthrough T1D is tremendously thankful to the hundreds of advocates who came to Washington, D.C., to make this event possible and impactful. Special thanks to the Greater Orange County Chapter Advocacy Team Chair, Kristan Hinman, as well as Katie Blam &amp; Tudy Atia for your efforts during this event! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/advocacy\/\"><strong>Learn more and get involved by becoming a Breakthrough T1D Advocate here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/breakthrought1d.org\/advocacy\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14927 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/Volunteers-May-1.png\" alt=\"Get More Invovled\" width=\"757\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/Volunteers-May-1.png 757w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2026\/04\/Volunteers-May-1-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 757px) 100vw, 757px\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Become a Breakthrough T1D Volunteer<\/h2>\n<p>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. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/volunteer\/\">Sign Up to Volunteer here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Featured Volunteer Position: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Outreach Ambassador volunteers play a vital role in supporting newly diagnosed individuals and families, helping connect them to Breakthrough T1D at a critical moment. As the first touchpoint, they ensure each person receives a personal, compassionate, and welcoming introduction to the Breakthrough T1D community. We are looking for caring and empathetic individuals to join this team and ensure that no faces a new T1D diagnosis alone.<\/p>\n<p>Does this sound like you? Contact <strong><a href=\"mailto:CCooper@Bt1d.org\">Catrina Cooper<\/a><\/strong> to learn more!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\">Upcoming Chapter Events<\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Virtual Events<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Virtual Community Summit<\/strong> \u2013 Breakthrough T1D\u2019s Community Summits offer virtual educational sessions four times a year, to help you and your loved ones live well with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Register <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/t1d-community\/summits\/#community-summitreg\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>E-Meet &amp; Greets: Monthly Zoom Meetups<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Rotating Wednesdays, 12pm.\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJwtdeusrTkjG9Kus20U-h5-EzZJKiXZi_jW?_ga=2.34413921.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Under the Age of 5<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 5-12<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJwpdOuhqzIvG9I47I8QS719G3a0w9L3DJSe?_ga=2.35452385.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 13-21\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJAof-6oqTMvGtW9gna-DTXnuw14S7ooHOws?_ga=2.29686271.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Adults Living with T1D\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Reuni\u00f3n Virtual Para Adultos y Familias con Diabetes Tipo 1 en Espa\u00f1ol<\/strong> &#8211;\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJMqd--pqD0jGdb1RASd25Q2gJqRve9sMBml?_ga=2.71088592.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Aprende m\u00e1s aqu\u00ed<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask the Therapist Monthly <\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Last Tuesdays, 12pm-1pm. Register<span style=\"color: #002bff\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #002bff\"><a style=\"color: #002bff\" href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/mH2-HjUxRXavv3DZE3teiw\">here<\/a><\/span>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Teen Connect Monthly Meetup<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Third Wednesdays, 5-6pm. Register<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJItdO6hrDIqHddHr5r3l65m3CymviBVEHDW?_ga=2.63247855.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Virtual Parent Meetup<\/strong> \u2013 First Thursdays, 6pm. Register <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/jn2UkalsTPGvlLOhQO9TZA#\/registration\">here.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Newly Diagnosed Ask the Endocrinologist\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Third Wednesdays, 8-9am. Register <span style=\"color: #002bff\"><a style=\"color: #002bff\" href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJMkcuGtqD8qHdBf4UrmmN_11ExwRjt4f6dJ?_ga=2.268956465.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Dads Barbershop Talk<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Every 3 months on the 2<sup>nd<\/sup> Friday of the month, 12-1pm. Register\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZUqdu-hrTIjHtI5L_Fy82pUl11Oc3pBTBHh?_ga=2.105764547.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Partner Support Group\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Last Tuesday, every 3 months, 6-7pm. 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