Pacific Northwest Chapter

Events
Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
T1D Parent Support Group – Auburn, WA
Play Area at the Auburn Outlet Collection, Auburn, WA

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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Walk with Breakthrough T1D in Tualatin, OR this Fall!
We are so excited to announce that this year’s Breakthrough T1D Portland, OR Walk is set for Saturday, October 5, and we have a brand-new venue to celebrate! For the first time, we’ll gather at the beautiful Tualatin Community Park,…
Join the Movement: Fall Walks Across the Pacific Northwest!
Fall is approaching, which means so is Fall Walk season! Across the Pacific Northwest, we are coming together to raise awareness and funds for T1D. Whether you’re in Portland, Spokane, or Boise, there’s a local Walk waiting for you to…
Take Action Against T1D – Your Way!
Want to support Breakthrough T1D’s mission on your own terms? No problem – Breakthrough T1D Your Way lets you take action anytime, anywhere! Join a passionate community working towards one bold vision: a world without type 1 diabetes. With Your…
World Champion and T1D Advocate Fiona Wylde Coming to Seattle this October!
Fiona Wylde is coming to Seattle! A three-time SUP World Champion, Wing Foil Champion, coach, student, founder of Wylde Wind & Water, and type 1 diabetes warrior, Fiona will deliver the Keynote Address at the 2025 Community Summit on October…
Join Our Volunteer Team!
Do you have talents or interests that you would love to put to good use? Join our amazing volunteer team and help make a lasting impact in the T1D community! We offer a variety of roles throughout the year and…
Clinical Trials and Studies Now Enrolling!
There are several research clinics and institutes that are seeking participants for their studies and clinical trials right now! Please see below to find a clinical trial that appropriate for you. Also, if you have specific questions about clinical trials…
Join the Breakthrough T1D PNW Youth Ambassador Program – Applications Open!
The Breakthrough T1D Pacific Northwest Youth Ambassador Program is back and we’re looking for passionate kids and teens living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) who are ready to make an impact! Our Youth Ambassadors are passionate leaders who help amplify…
Leadership
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Sean McParland
Executive Director
Meghan Bradner
Development Director
Lindsey Larkin
Development Director
Deanna Kasper
Development Director
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Suite 1050
Seattle, Washington, 98161
206-838-5153
206-838-5158
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PO Box 1531
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-1531