A monthly guide to what’s happening in your Breakthrough T1D Community
“Tee It Up” to Support T1D Research
Join our mission to power new breakthroughs in T1D research! Your commitment drives research, advocacy, and support to improve lives as we advance toward cures.
We’re less than three months away from the Tee It Up for T1D Golf Tournament, and excitement is building for what promises to be another incredible day of golf, community, and impact.
When: Monday, October 19, 2026
Where: Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach.
Whether you’re looking to enjoy a memorable day on the course, connect with fellow supporters, or showcase your company’s commitment to making a difference, now is the time to get involved. Sponsorship opportunities are available at a variety of levels, offering meaningful recognition while directly supporting Breakthrough T1D’s mission to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs for everyone living with type 1 diabetes.
For registration, sponsorship information, and event details, visit our event website here or contact Jen Haber.
Transform Life with T1D
We are kicking off Walk season with at the Breakthrough T1D Walk, San Diego HYPE Party! Join us to learn more and get excited for the Walk in November.
When: Saturday, September 19 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Dave & Buster’s – 2931 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, 92173
Register your team today for the main event! Join us for an inspiring day of community and raising funds for breakthroughs in T1D research:
When: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Where: NTC Park at Liberty Station
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.
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! Breakthrough T1D Ride, 2026 will take place at 5 exciting locations throughout the country, or you can ride from anywhere with MyRide. 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!
Congratulations to all of the Southern California Riders who participated in the Cascades Ride from August 27-30. Together, they raised an amazing $150, 000 to power breakthroughs in T1D research!
Congratulations and good luck to the following Ride participants who will be attending the Cape Cod Ride from September 25-28:
- Daniel Brunner
- Mike Castagna
- Daren Dickerson
- Chloe Dufty
- Richard Dufty
- Latika Hickey
- Lisa Johnson
- Dominic Marasco
- Chris Prentiss
- Marin Purdy
- Brian Siemak
- Alissa Wood
WE RIDE ON to power T1D breakthroughs!
For questions or more information about Breakthrough T1D Endurance opportunities, contact Judy Parra.
Volunteer and Make a Difference!
Interested in taking your involvement with Breakthrough T1D to the next level? Volunteers have been a critical part of our movement since day one of this organization, and we would love for you to join us!
Learn more and sign up on our website here.
Featured Volunteer Position:
Outreach Ambassador volunteers play a vital role in supporting newly diagnosed individuals and families, helping connect them to Breakthrough T1D at a critical moment. We are looking for caring and empathetic individuals to join this team and ensure that no one faces a new T1D diagnosis alone.
For more information, contact Catrina Cooper.
Join us In-Person or Online
In Person Events
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- Breakthrough T1D Walk, San Diego HYPE Party
When: Saturday, September 19 | 10:30 a.m., PT
Where: Dave & Buster’s – San Diego, 2931 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, 92173
Ready to level up the fight against T1D? Join us for the ultimate Walk HYPE Party, packed with games, food, drinks, and high-energy fun! Learn more and RSVP. - T1D Family Park Meet-Up at Kipapa Park, Oʻahu
When: Saturday, September 26 | 12 p.m.-2 p.m.Where: Kipapa Park | Under the trees near the restrooms. (95-439 Kuahelani Ave, Mililani, HI 96789)Join us for a casual afternoon of connection, play, and community at our upcoming volunteer-led family meet-up. Learn more and RSVP here.
- South Bay T1D Adults and Caregivers Meet-Up
When: Wednesday, September 30 | 5:30 p.m., PT
Where: Starbucks at 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 hosts, Rosa and Andrea, and connect with our T1D Community! Learn more and RSVP here. - Lunch With Rufus
When: Saturday, October 3 | 12 p.m., PT
Where: Rady Children’s Hospital Education Office Building, 7960 Birmingham Drive, San Diego, CA, 92123
In partnership with Rady Children’s Health, join us for a fun-filled Lunch with Rufus at the annual Diabetes Education & Technology Fair. Learn more and RSVP here.
- Breakthrough T1D Walk, San Diego HYPE Party
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.
- Ask the Therapist Monthly – Last Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. Register here.
- Ask the Endo Monthly – Third Tuesdays, 8-9 a.m. Register here.
- E-Meet & Greets: Monthly Zoom Meet-Ups – Rotating Wednesdays, 12 p.m.
- Reunión Virtual Para Adultos y Familias con Diabetes Tipo 1 en Español
- T1D Teen Connect Monthly Meetup – Third Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Register here.
- Virtual Parent Meetup – First Thursdays, 6 p.m. Register here.
- T1D & Neurodivergent Support Group – Second Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. Register here.
- T1D Dads Barbershop Talk – Every 3 months on the Second Friday of the month, 12-1 p.m. Register here.
- T1D Partner Support Group – Last Tuesday, every other month, 6-7 p.m. Register here.
- Grandparents E-Meet & Greet (Meets Quarterly) – Second Tuesday, every 3 months, 12-1 p.m. Register here.