{"id":14642,"date":"2026-01-06T18:00:56","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T18:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/?p=14642"},"modified":"2026-01-05T19:37:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T19:37:32","slug":"breakthrough-t1d-san-diego-and-hawaii-january-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/2026\/01\/06\/breakthrough-t1d-san-diego-and-hawaii-january-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough T1D San Diego and Hawai\u02bbi January Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

Happy New Year from all of us at the Breakthrough T1D Southern California and Hawai\u02bbi! We are looking forward to another incredible year of growth as we drive research to treat, prevent, and cure type 1 diabetes.<\/p>\n

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Gala<\/h2>\n

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Don\u2019t Stop Believing: The 2026 Breakthrough T1D San Diego Gala<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Get ready for a night to remember! Join us at the Breakthrough T1D San Diego Gala<\/a><\/b>\u00a0on 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.<\/p>\n

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!<\/a> <\/strong>Co-Chaired this year by Leslie Bercovitz and Tally Bercovitz, this is a party with purpose you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re joining us on the dance floor or elevating your impact through sponsorship, your support fuels life-changing research and brings us closer to a cure for type 1 diabetes.<\/p>\n

\u2728 Buy your tickets. Secure your sponsorship.<\/a><\/strong> Break out the neon.<\/p>\n

Because together, we won\u2019t stop believing in a cure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Join our Gala Committee!
\n<\/b>We’re assembling a powerhouse team and we need YOUR influence, passion, and connections to make it happen. \ud83d\udcab<\/p>\n

If you:
\n\u2705\u00a0Love making a difference
\n\u2705\u00a0Have a strong network
\n\u2705\u00a0Enjoy planning unforgettable events<\/p>\n

\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 Jen Haber<\/a><\/strong> to get involved. Let\u2019s create something unforgettable together.<\/p>\n

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Breakthrough T1D Walk<\/h3>\n

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Thank you to everyone who joined us at Breakthrough T1D Walk in San Diego on November 2!<\/p>\n

We\u2019re\u00a0so close to hitting our overall event goal and donation pages will remain open through the end of the month\u2026 let\u2019s cross that finish line together! \ud83d\udcaa\u2728<\/p>\n

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 Samantha Ecks Kearney.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Breakthrough T1D Endurance<\/h2>\n

Ride<\/h3>\n

Join us for the Breakthrough T1D Ride, where every pedal stroke powers research, advocacy, and support to improve lives until we find a cure. This inspiring, high-energy event welcomes cyclists of all skill levels to raise T1D awareness and accelerate our journey to a world without T1D. We are excited to announce the 2026 Ride destinations!<\/p>\n