Apply to Become an OR & SW WA Breakthrough T1D Youth Ambassador!

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We’re so excited to announce that our Breakthrough T1D Oregon & Southwest Washington Youth Ambassador Applications are now open until July 31st!

Our Breakthrough T1D Youth Ambassador Program is a wonderful volunteer opportunity for youth in grades 2nd-12th living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). This program will run from August 2026-June 2027 and is designed to help children and teens raise awareness of T1D in their communities and grow as leaders. Youth Ambassadors will gain confidence in sharing their T1D story, build leadership skills, and connect with peers while supporting the mission of Breakthrough T1D.

See below for all requirements, expectations and responsibilities! If you are interested in participating, please complete and submit the application here by July 31st. If you have any further questions, reach out to Anna Schuetze at [email protected].

Youth Ambassador Requirements:

  • Youth entering 2nd through 12th grade
  • Have a positive outlook on life and type 1 diabetes
  • The Youth Ambassador must receive parental permission to participate. In addition, a parent or guardian will help with the program and provide transportation to Breakthrough T1D events.
  • The Youth Ambassador must commit to participate for the full year (August 2026 – June 2027)
  • Amplify Breakthrough T1D’s mission through fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering

Youth Ambassadors are expected to participate in a minimum of one activity for each of the 5 pillars throughout the year. Below are some examples of activities for each category:

  1. Volunteering
    • Volunteer at a Breakthrough T1D Community Summit
    • Volunteer at a Breakthrough T1D Gala
    • Volunteer at a Breakthrough T1D Walk
    • Volunteer at a T1D Community Event (Family Fun Events, Gingerbread Village, Camp, etc.)
    • Participate in a clinical trial
    • Help spread the word about Breakthrough T1D with your community
    • General volunteer support (Virtual or In Person)
  2. Stewardship
    • Visit local endo clinic and say thank you for their partnership
    • Visit national partner or sponsor to say thank you (EX: Marshalls, Ford)
    • Write thank you cards
    • Create thank you videos
  3. Advocacy
    • Share your story on BT1D social media
    • Present on T1D to your class at school
    • Sign up to be an advocate
    • Join the Youth Advocacy Leader Program
    • Together We Can campaign (formerly Promise to Remember Me)
    • Children’s Congress 2027
  4. Fundraising
    • Breakthrough T1D Walk
    • Beat the Bridge for Breakthrough T1D
    • Breakthrough T1D Ride
    • Breakthrough T1D Your Way (Host your own fundraiser!)
  5. Connecting with Fellow Youth Ambassadors
    • Attend a National Virtual Youth Ambassador Meet-Up
    • Attend quarterly virtual Youth Ambassador calls
    • Attend local meet ups
Written by: aschuetze