Minnesota and Dakotas Chapter
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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.
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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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Our community in pictures. Taken from a few recent events.
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Rider Spotlight: Allison Courtney
Rider Spotlight: Allison Courtney – Hy-Vee Corporate Team Rider What began as a casual pandemic hobby turned into something much more meaningful for Allison. After discovering a love for cycling during COVID and later receiving an email at work about…
Rider Spotlight: Walker – Living and Riding with T1D
Rider Spotlight: Walker – Living and Riding with T1D For Walker, crossing the finish line at last year’s Breakthrough T1D Ride in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho was unforgettable. “Relief,” he said with a smile, “only because I had major cramping in both…
Medina Golf Charity Classic: Why I Advocate
The following was written by guest contributor, Brock Phillips. Brock serves as a board member at the Minnesota and Dakotas Chapter of Breakthrough T1D. July 1, 2009 is a date that holds special importance to my family. It began…
T”ONE”DERFULS Teen Meet Up
Posted on behalf of T”ONE”DERFULS: T”ONE”DERFULS is a Minnesota group for teens ages 13 to 18. Meet other teens with T1D! March 22nd, 2025 at 2:00pm – Meet Up #5 – Punch Bowl Social Please bring money for games and…
Why the Breakthrough T1D Community Summit is a Must-Attend Event for Everyone Impacted by Type 1 Diabetes
The Breakthrough T1D Community Summit is more than just a gathering—it’s a powerful opportunity for everyone impacted by Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) to come together, learn, and share in the latest advancements in research, technology, and support systems. Whether you’re…
Join T”ONE”DERFULS today!
“Supporting your T1D Teen in social networks can have lifelong benefits.” Written by Rachael Hundley, guest contributor to the blog. THE WHO T”ONE”DERFULS is a group created for Type 1 Diabetic teens aged 13-18 in the Twin Cities area.…
Leadership
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Ann Nerland, Advocacy Chair & Executive Council
Denise Inmon Young, Executive Council
Vice President of Sales, US Channels & eCommerce - General Mills
Tony Martins, Nominating, Corporate & Executive Council
Managing Director, Head of CWMG Advisor Growth, Cetera Financial Group
Ruth Weber Kelley, Board President, DEIB & Executive Council
Head of People and Culture Communications, Cargill
Andrew Auvinen, Corporate, Nominating & Executive Council
Portfolio Manager, Travelers
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Suite 100
Bloomington, Minnesota, 55425
952-851-0770
952-851-0766
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PO Box 5049
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-5049
