{"id":14619,"date":"2025-12-05T18:00:36","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T18:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/?p=14619"},"modified":"2025-12-04T00:43:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T00:43:19","slug":"december-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/2025\/12\/05\/december-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough T1D San Diego and Hawai&#8217;i December Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center\">Happy Holidays from all of us at the Breakthrough T1D Southern California and Hawai\u2019i! Sending you wishes of comfort and joy, from this year to the next.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Gala<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14622\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2025\/12\/BT1D-SD-Logo1_resize.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"265\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2025\/12\/BT1D-SD-Logo1_resize.png 288w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2025\/12\/BT1D-SD-Logo1_resize-270x300.png 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 265px) 100vw, 265px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"x_divRplyFwdMsg\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Save the date for to join us at <a title=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/southernca\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-san-diego-gala-2026\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/southernca\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-san-diego-gala-2026\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"6\" data-ogsc=\"\"><strong>Don\u2019t Stop Believing: The 2026 Breakthrough T1D San Diego Gala<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"x_xmsonormal\">For more than 26 years, the\u00a0<b><a title=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/southernca\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-san-diego-gala-2026\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/southernca\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-san-diego-gala-2026\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"7\" data-ogsc=\"\">Breakthrough T1D San Diego Gala<span data-ogsc=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/b>has been the region\u2019s premier annual celebration\u2014bringing together our community to honor the strength, courage, and perseverance of those living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), while raising vital funds to fuel life-changing research.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xmsonormal\">This spring, we\u2019re thrilled to take the Gala to\u00a0<b>North County<\/b>\u00a0for the first time! Join us at the stunning\u00a0<b>Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas<\/b>\u00a0on\u00a0<b>Saturday, April 25, 2026<\/b>, for an unforgettable evening chaired by\u00a0<b>Leslie Bercovitz and Tally Bercovitz<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_xmsonormal\">Get ready for an\u00a0<b>elevated 80s-inspired experience<\/b>, featuring:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li class=\"x_xmsonormal\">A fabulous cocktail reception with live entertainment overlooking the Pacific<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xmsonormal\">A curated silent and live auction with exclusive items<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xmsonormal\">A gourmet seated dinner<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xmsonormal\">An inspiring program and moving mission moments<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_xmsonormal\">Breakthrough T1D\u2019s signature\u00a0<b>Fund A Cure\u00a0<\/b>program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"x_xmsonormal\">Together, we can\u2014and will\u2014change the future of T1D.<br \/>\n<b>We can\u2019t stop believing in cures. We won\u2019t stop believing.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><b>Join our Gala Committee!<br \/>\n<\/b>We&#8217;re assembling a powerhouse team and we need YOUR influence, passion, and connections to make it happen. \ud83d\udcab<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">If you:<br \/>\n\u2705\u00a0Love making a difference<br \/>\n\u2705\u00a0Have a strong network<br \/>\n\u2705\u00a0Enjoy planning unforgettable events<\/p>\n<p>\u2026we\u2019d love to have you on our Gala Committee! This is your chance to help shape an extraordinary evening, open doors for major partnerships, and leave a lasting legacy.\u00a0Email <strong><a href=\"mailto:jhaber@bt1d.org\">Jen Haber<\/a><\/strong> to get involved. Let\u2019s create something unforgettable together.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Breakthrough T1D Walk<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12401 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2025\/11\/Nov-Pic-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"614\" height=\"346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2025\/11\/Nov-Pic-3.png 614w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2025\/11\/Nov-Pic-3-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" \/><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Thank you to everyone who joined us at Breakthrough T1D Walk in San Diego on November 2!<\/div>\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><strong>There\u2019s Still Time to Earn Your V1P Rewards! \ud83d\udc99<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Walk Team fundraising for V1P Club Incentives is still open, and you have until December 31 to earn and redeem your rewards.\u00a0Year End Giving is the perfect moment to boost your fundraising and reach the next milestone \u2014 whether that\u2019s the $500 V1P Club or the $1,000 V1P Champion Level.<\/div>\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\">It\u2019s also a great time to check with your company to see if they match your donations:\u00a0<strong><u data-ogsc=\"\"><a id=\"OWA69d6f212-6548-3ecb-276e-117270d420ca\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" title=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/ways-to-give\/matching-gifts\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/ways-to-give\/matching-gifts\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\">Matching Gifts &#8211; Breakthrough T1D<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">We\u2019re\u00a0<i data-ogsc=\"\">so close<\/i>\u00a0to hitting our overall event goal\u2026 let\u2019s cross that finish line together! \ud83d\udcaa\u2728<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">We are excited to announce that we are in the process of planning Breakthrough T1D Walk, Temecula Valley, which will happen in the Spring of 2026. We are currently looking for volunteer to serve on our Walk Committee to help plan and support this fun day. If you are interested in joining, please contact <strong><a href=\"mailto:SKearney@BreakthroughT1D.org\">Samantha Ecks Kearney.<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Breakthrough T1D Endurance<\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14632 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/154\/2025\/12\/Picture4.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"623\" height=\"351\" \/><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Run<\/h3>\n<p>Big thanks to Breakthrough T1D Southern California Run participants!<\/p>\n<p><strong>December Runner Spotlight:<\/strong> Angel Rumbaoa | New York City Marathon<\/p>\n<p>Angel runs and fundraises on behalf of his friends who live with T1D. In November, he raised $7,900 and successfully completed the New York City Marathon.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cRunning began as a way to improve my health. Now, it\u2019s a passion that keeps me grounded, driven, and always chasing the next goal.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Ride<\/h3>\n<p>Thank you to everyone who participated in Breakthrough T1D Ride in 2025! We are so grateful to each and every one of you for your tremendous dedication and support. Ride locations for 2026 have been announced and can be <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.breakthrought1d.org\/site\/SPageServer?pagename=ride_homepage\"><strong>viewed here<\/strong>,<\/a> so save the date to join us in 2026!<\/p>\n<p>For questions or more information about Breakthrough T1D Endurance opportunities, contact <a href=\"mailto:JParra@BreakthroughT1D.org\"><strong>Judy Parra.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Breakthrough T1D Community Engagement<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Community-Summit.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12255 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Community-Summit.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"568\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2025\/10\/Community-Summit.png 568w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2025\/10\/Community-Summit-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Save the Date!<\/strong> The San Diego Community Summit will take place on Saturday, May 16 at the Rady Education and Office Building. Registration details will be available soon!<\/p>\n<p>As we look ahead to the New Year, we&#8217;re forming Community Engagement Committees across several regions. If you\u2019re passionate about bringing people together, supporting event planning, or helping strengthen our healthcare partnerships, we\u2019d be thrilled to have you involved!<\/p>\n<div class=\"x_elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Interested in learning more or raising your hand? We\u2019d love to connect with you! Please reach out to<b data-ogsc=\"\"> <a href=\"mailto:CCooper@Breakthrought1d.org\">Catrina Cooper.<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Upcoming Chapter Events<\/h3>\n<h4><strong>In Person Events<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>South Bay Parent Coffee Chat<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>Third Wednesday, 6 pm <\/strong>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. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=IBtv5SshXk25dd7wxojFISll7Hd51QJFjtKOcIJdgw5UMTRVQUczVThYQ1hIQVlYM0sxWENVMVE4RS4u&amp;route=shorturl\">RSVP Here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Winter Coffee Chat<\/strong> \u2013 Saturday, December 20, 8:30am-10am, at The Press Espresso in Temecula (29601 Old Town Front St). Warm up with us at a sweet spot to connect, share, and support one another in the T1D community. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=IBtv5SshXk25dd7wxojFISll7Hd51QJFjtKOcIJdgw5UODA5NTZOSllHSDNRR1VKSTFPM0g2NzVLNy4u&amp;route=shorturl\">RSVP Here.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Warm Winter Walk<\/strong> \u2013 Saturday, December 20, 2pm-4pm at Ala Moana Beach Park, Honolulu, HI (1201 Ala Moana Blvd). Let\u2019s stroll, chat, and connect over T1D in a relaxed, welcoming moment. <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=IBtv5SshXk25dd7wxojFISll7Hd51QJFjtKOcIJdgw5UMzYzWEgxVUY5MDcyT1dZNjVKRkdGWFZEMS4u&amp;route=shorturl\"><strong>RSVP Here.<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Virtual Events<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Virtual Community Summit<\/strong> \u2013 Breakthrough T1D\u2019s 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 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/t1d-community\/summits\/#community-summitreg\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>E-Meet &amp; Greets: Monthly Zoom Meetups<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Rotating Wednesdays, 12pm.\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJwtdeusrTkjG9Kus20U-h5-EzZJKiXZi_jW?_ga=2.34413921.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Under the Age of 5<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJwvduyuqz4tE9Dfe4ItH72MrOL9GDe28NEt?_ga=2.5002611.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 5-12<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJwpdOuhqzIvG9I47I8QS719G3a0w9L3DJSe?_ga=2.35452385.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 13-21\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJAof-6oqTMvGtW9gna-DTXnuw14S7ooHOws?_ga=2.29686271.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Adults Living with T1D\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Reuni\u00f3n Virtual Para Adultos y Familias con Diabetes Tipo 1 en Espa\u00f1ol<\/strong> &#8211;\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJMqd--pqD0jGdb1RASd25Q2gJqRve9sMBml?_ga=2.71088592.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Aprende m\u00e1s aqu\u00ed<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Teen Connect Monthly Meetup<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Third Wednesdays, 5-6pm. Register<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJItdO6hrDIqHddHr5r3l65m3CymviBVEHDW?_ga=2.63247855.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Ask the Therapist Monthly <\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Fourth Tuesdays, 12pm-1pm. Register<span style=\"color: #002bff\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #002bff\"><a style=\"color: #002bff\" href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/mH2-HjUxRXavv3DZE3teiw\">here<\/a><\/span>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Newly Diagnosed Ask the Endocrinologist\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Third Wednesdays, 8-9am. Register <span style=\"color: #002bff\"><a style=\"color: #002bff\" href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJMkcuGtqD8qHdBf4UrmmN_11ExwRjt4f6dJ?_ga=2.268956465.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Dads Barbershop Talk<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Every 3 months on the 2<sup>nd<\/sup> Friday of the month, 12-1pm. Register\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZUqdu-hrTIjHtI5L_Fy82pUl11Oc3pBTBHh?_ga=2.105764547.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Partner Support Group\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Last Tuesday, every 3 months, 6-7pm. 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