{"id":21368,"date":"2023-12-07T18:17:41","date_gmt":"2023-12-07T18:17:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/norcal\/?p=21368"},"modified":"2026-03-06T23:27:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T23:27:04","slug":"jdrf-norcal-chapter-december-2023-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/norcal\/2023\/12\/07\/jdrf-norcal-chapter-december-2023-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough T1D NorCal Chapter December 2023 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

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As we get ready to step into a new year, Breakthrough T1D remains committed to creating a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). Because of you, we are the leading volunteer-powered global organization working across the entire T1D therapy development and access pipeline. Thank you for joining us in our mission to improve lives, today and tomorrow.<\/p>\n

Wishing you and your loved ones happy holidays and a wonderful New Year!<\/p>\n

Please note that Breakthrough T1D offices will be closed from 2PM Friday, December 22, 2023 until Tuesday, January 2, 2024.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Give the Gift of Progress and Hope this Holiday Season<\/h3>\n

Your support makes a big difference in people’s lives! Please consider making a year-end contribution that will fuel life-changing T1D breakthroughs<\/a><\/b>. Breakthrough T1D is the only global organization with a strategic plan to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people\u2019s lives until it is no longer a threat to anyone.\u00a0Explore the different ways you can give by visiting\u00a0jdrf.org\/donate<\/a>\u00a0<\/b>.<\/p>\n

\u25ba Donations made by check must be dated on or before December 31, 2023, to receive a tax credit for 2023. Checks may be mailed to: Breakthrough T1D Northern California Chapter,\u00a0PO Box 1535,\u00a0Hagerstown, MD \u00a021741-1535. Donors who wish to give a credit card gift can do so anytime (24 hours\/day) at\u00a0jdrf.org\/donate<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Shop for Sports Fans & Give Back!<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As you do your holiday shopping this year, add these fun local promotions to your list and support Breakthrough T1D:<\/p>\n

\u25ba\u00a0Breakthrough T1D Nights with the Warriors at Chase Cente<\/b>r: Gift the ultimate experience with Warriors tickets! Join us on January 5 (vs. Pistons), February 14 (vs. Clippers), and April 7 (vs. Jazz).\u00a0Purchase your tickets here<\/a><\/b>, and a portion will be donated to Breakthrough T1D! The first T1D youth participants to secure tickets will enjoy special fan experiences.\u00a0Learn more<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

\u25ba\u00a0Luke Kunin LKT1D Collection:<\/b>\u00a0Calling all hockey fans! Our local T1D hockey hero, Luke Kunin, and the San Jose Sharks have unveiled the\u00a0Luke Kunin LKT1D Collection<\/a><\/b>\u00a0at the Sharks Pro Shop. Grab a hoodie, hat, and puck \u2013 50% of the proceeds go to Breakthrough T1D!\u00a0Shop here<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

View more promotions at\u00a0jdrf.org\/norcal\/shop<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Join Team Breakthrough T1D for the Big Sur International Marathon on April 28, 2024<\/h3>\n

Join us as Team Breakthrough T1D returns to participate in the Big Sur International Marathon! There\u2019s something for everyone on this stunning course, with race distances that include the Marathon (26.2 Miles), the 11 Miler, the 12K (7.4 Miles) and the 5K (3.1 Miles). Spots are limited, so don’t miss out on your chance to participate in this event! Visit team.jdrf.org\/bigsur<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Remi & Mikala’s T1D Friendship Story<\/h3>\n

Remi and Mikala were both diagnosed with T1D\u00a0before age 3, and became instant best friends when they met at a playdate for children living with T1D.\u00a0They attended their first Breakthrough T1D One Walk, NorCal at California’s Great America last month together, and have since captured the hearts of our entire community.\u00a0Read their inspiring letter here<\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n

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Upcoming Chapter Events<\/h3>\n

T1D Adults Walk & Talk<\/b>\u00a0– December 10, 9:30-11:00am, Heather Farm Park, Walnut Creek.\u00a0Learn more and RSVP<\/b>.<\/a><\/p>\n

Breakthrough T1D Nights with the Warriors<\/b>\u00a0– January 5 at 7:00pm vs. Pistons, February 14 at 7:00pm vs. Clipper, April 7 at 5:30pm vs. Jazz. Chase Center, SF.\u00a0Purchase your tickets at this link<\/a><\/b>\u00a0and a portion will be donated to Breakthrough T1D!<\/p>\n

Breakthrough T1D Ride\u00a0<\/b>– The Death Valley, CA Ride has been rescheduled for January 18-21, 2024. The 2024 Ride season dates will be announced soon! Also, My Ride opportunities are available. Learn more and register today at ride.jdrf.org<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Team Breakthrough T1D: Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend<\/b>\u00a0– January 11-14, 2024, Anaheim, CA. Spots are filled!\u00a0Sign up to join the waitlist<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Big Sur International Marathon<\/b>\u00a0– April 28, 2024, CA-1 from Big Sur to Carmel. Join Team Breakthrough T1D at\u00a0team.jdrf.org\/bigsur<\/a><\/b>.<\/p>\n

Breakthrough T1D Tee to Table<\/b>\u00a0– May 3, 2024, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay.\u00a0Sponsorships and tickets available now!<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

RECURRING OUTREACH\u00a0\u00a0EVENTS:<\/b><\/p>\n

TypeOneNation Virtual Summit\u00a0<\/b>–\u00a0First Thursdays of each month.\u00a0<\/span>Learn more and register for the series<\/a><\/b>. En espa\u00f1ol,\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0reg\u00edstrar aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/b>. <\/span><\/p>\n

E-Meet & Greets: Monthly Zoom Meetups\u00a0<\/b>– Rotating Wednesdays, 12pm PT.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n