A monthly guide to what’s happening in your Breakthrough T1D Community
Gala
Get ready for a night to remember! Join us at the Breakthrough T1D San Diego Gala on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the breathtaking Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas for our most exciting Gala yet – making its North County debut with an elevated 80s-inspired vibe.
Enjoy sunset cocktails overlooking the Pacific, a gourmet seated dinner, exclusive silent and live auctions, and inspiring mission moments – all leading up to an epic dance floor finale with live entertainment by BETAMAXX! Co-Chaired this year by Leslie Bercovitz and Tally Bercovitz, this is a party with purpose you won’t want to miss.
We are currently seeking family and corporate sponsors to support this incredible night! Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact and gather with our San Diego T1D community. Sponsor commitments are needed by March 1st for invitation inclusion and other marketing opportunities.
This is your chance to help shape an extraordinary evening, open doors for major partnerships, and leave a lasting legacy.
✨ Buy your tickets. Secure your sponsorship. Break out the neon. Because together, we won’t stop believing in a cure.
Question? Email Jen Haber.
Breakthrough T1D Endurance
Ride
Ride Packages are still available!
It’s time for Breakthrough T1D Ride, where every pedal stroke powers research, advocacy, and support to improve lives until we find a cure! This inspiring, high-energy program welcomes cyclists of all skill levels to raise T1D awareness and accelerate our journey to a world without T1D. Claim your spot at one of our upcoming Rides today! With coach-led, supportive training rides throughout the year, there’s no better time to find your Ride community.
Where will you ride? Register today!
For questions or more information about Breakthrough T1D Endurance opportunities, contact Judy Parra.
Breakthrough T1D Walk
Join us for a Breakthrough T1D Walk in your community, where every step drives research, advocacy, and support to improve lives as we advance toward cures. These fun, family-friendly events welcome participants of all ages and abilities to raise T1D awareness and move us closer to a world without T1D.
- Temecula Valley Community Walk, May 30, 2026 | Temecula Promenade
- San Diego Walk, Saturday, November 14, 2026 | NTC Park at Liberty Station
Registration is now open for all Walks!
We are also in the process of building Walk Committees to assist with these events and we need you. Contact Samantha Ecks Kearney if you are interested in joining!
Breakthrough T1D Community Engagement
Breakthrough T1D Community Summits are an educational and networking opportunity for all those impacted by type 1 diabetes (T1D). They will bring our community together to learn from T1D experts, hear about the latest breakthroughs in T1D research, meet vendor exhibitors, connect with others impacted by T1D, and more.
The San Diego Community Summit will take place on Saturday, May 16 at the Rady Education and Office Building.
As we look ahead to the New Year, we’re forming Community Engagement Committees across several regions. If you’re passionate about bringing people together, supporting event planning, or helping strengthen our healthcare partnerships, we’d be thrilled to have you involved!
Upcoming Chapter Events
In Person Events
- Spring Fest – Temecula: Saturday, March 7, 2 p.m. at Maurice Car’rie Winery (34225 Rancho California Road). This is a family friendly event where you will get an opportunity to learn more about our Temecula Valley Walk happening in May, learn more about Breakthrough T1D research and meet your Breakthrough T1D Community! RSVP Here.
- Spring Fun with Rufus – Saturday, March 14, 9-11 am the Rady Children’s Hospital Education Office Building (7960 Birmingham Drive). This is a family friendly event. There will be fall themed crafts and activities, t-shirt decorating for Rufus, along with T1D resources and information! Bring your Rufus, or other medium sized stuffed bear, and join us to meet your Breakthrough T1D Community at Rady Children’s Hospital Education Building! Light snacks will be provided. RSVP Here.
- South Bay Parent Coffee Chat – Wednesday, March 25, 6 pm at Starbucks inside the Chula Vista Shopping Center, (555 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA 91910). Parents of kids with T1D and Adults with T1D are invited to join our volunteer host, Christina, and connect with our T1D Community. This is a recurring event on the last Wednesday of every month. RSVP Here.
Virtual Events
- Virtual Community Summit – Breakthrough T1D’s Community Summits offer virtual educational sessions four times a year, to help you and your loved ones live well with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Register here.
- E-Meet & Greets: Monthly Zoom Meetups – Rotating Wednesdays, 12pm.
- Reunión Virtual Para Adultos y Familias con Diabetes Tipo 1 en Español – Aprende más aquí.
- T1D Teen Connect Monthly Meetup – Third Wednesdays, 5-6pm. Register here.
- Ask the Therapist Monthly – Fourth Tuesdays, 12pm-1pm. Register here.
- Virtual Parent Meetup – First Thursdays, 6pm. Register here.
- Newly Diagnosed Ask the Endocrinologist – Third Wednesdays, 8-9am. Register here.
- T1D Dads Barbershop Talk – Every 3 months on the 2nd Friday of the month, 12-1pm. Register here.
- T1D Partner Support Group – Last Tuesday, every 3 months, 6-7pm. Register here.