See T1D

1 in 31 American families are impacted by type 1 diabetes (T1D).

See T1D by the numbers

1.5 million
People living with T1D in the U.S.
9.5 million
People living with T1D globally
199,000
Americans living with T1D under the age of 20
1.3 million
Americans living with T1D over the age of 20
21+
Tangible, life-changing breakthroughs funded by Breakthrough T1D since our founding
~500
Active T1D therapy research projects funded

See our mission in action

Learn about Breakthrough T1D’s mission through the stories of T1D community members.

Research Chris
Disease-Modifying Therapy Recipient

Research

Chris
Disease-Modifying Therapy Recipient

“I’m living proof of what’s possible when science, passion, and persistence come together.”

Breakthrough T1D is advancing cures and tangibly improving lives by funding leading scientists in the US and globally.

We’ve invested in the development of nearly every T1D breakthrough over the past 50 years. We will continue supporting the best research until this disease is a thing of the past. 

Advocacy Evan
Youth Advocate

Advocacy

Evan
Youth Advocate

“I’ve lived with T1D for 11 years now and the improved access to technology in that time is, honestly, incredible.”

Breakthrough T1D advocacy is critical to advancing breakthroughs for the entire type 1 diabetes community. With nonpartisan and grassroots support, we advance treatments, influence policy, and improve global access to care.

Medical Affairs Amanda and Emmie
Clinical Trial Participants

Medical Affairs

Amanda and Emmie
Clinical Trial Participants

“Screening and clinical trial participation allows us to be a part of moving science forward.”

Breakthrough T1D is focused on closing the gap between access and adoption for type 1 diabetes therapies by developing educational materials for healthcare professionals, early detection programs, and expanding clinical trial participation.

Community Madison
Community Member & Journalist

Community

Madison
Community Member & Journalist

“I spent so much of my life managing this condition in isolation. We’re not on our own
—we’re part of an incredible community of support.”

From the day of diagnosis to daily life decades later, Breakthrough T1D supports and connects people in the T1D community to help them live better lives. Whether you’re interested in joining a vibrant online T1D community or local chapter, in need of advice from someone who’s been there, or looking for educational tools to help you or your loved one manage the condition, we’re ready to help.

Join our movement

Chances are you, someone you love, or someone in your community is impacted by T1D. From connecting with your local chapter to making a donation, you can help us improve lives and drive towards cures for type 1 diabetes.

Teenage friends diagnosed with type 1 Diabetes hanging out. Both wear a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) on their arm.

Need help navigating a T1D diagnosis? We’re here to support you with the information you need to understand and manage the condition.

Breakthrough T1D Chapter Map

With local chapters in every state, you can find support, resources, and events close to you.

A group of friends enjoying a laid-back afternoon together, filled with laughter, connection, and warmth. One of them, a young man living with Type 1 diabetes, wears a continuous glucose monitoring device on his arm.

Your gift helps chart a path to cure, prevent, and better treat T1D and its complications—and ensure access to treatments globally. 

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