{"id":15213,"date":"2026-09-03T17:00:33","date_gmt":"2026-09-03T17:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/?p=15213"},"modified":"2026-08-31T22:43:30","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T22:43:30","slug":"breakthrough-t1d-san-diego-and-hawaii-september-newsletter-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/2026\/09\/03\/breakthrough-t1d-san-diego-and-hawaii-september-newsletter-26\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough T1D San Diego and Hawai\u02bbi September Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">A monthly guide to what\u2019s happening in your Breakthrough T1D Community<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-tee-it-up-for-type-1-diabetes-golf-tournament\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14996 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/06\/SD1-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"624\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/06\/SD1-1.png 624w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/06\/SD1-1-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>\u201cTee It Up\u201d to Support T1D Research<\/h3>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;re less than three months away from the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-tee-it-up-for-type-1-diabetes-golf-tournament\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tee It Up for T1D Golf Tournament<\/a><\/strong>, and excitement is building for what promises to be another incredible day of golf, community, and impact.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> Monday, October 19, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong> Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re looking to enjoy a memorable day on the course, connect with fellow supporters, or showcase your company&#8217;s commitment to making a difference, <strong>now is the time to get involved.<\/strong> Sponsorship opportunities are available at a variety of levels, offering meaningful recognition while directly supporting Breakthrough T1D&#8217;s mission to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs for everyone living with type 1 diabetes.<\/p>\n<p>For registration, sponsorship information, and event details, visit our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-tee-it-up-for-type-1-diabetes-golf-tournament\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">event website here<\/a><\/strong> or contact <strong><a href=\"mailto:JHaber@Breakthrought1d.org\">Jen Haber<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.walk.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiego\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15193 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/07\/SD2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"619\" height=\"348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/07\/SD2.png 619w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/07\/SD2-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 619px) 100vw, 619px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Transform Life with T1D<\/h3>\n<p>We are kicking off Walk season with at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-walk-san-diego-hype-party\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Breakthrough T1D Walk, San Diego HYPE Party<\/strong><\/a><strong>! <\/strong>Join us to learn more and get excited for the Walk in November.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, September 19 at 10:30 a.m.<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong> Dave &amp; Buster\u2019s \u2013 2931 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, 92173<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/Walk.BreakthroughT1D.org\/SanDiego\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Register your team today for the main event!<\/strong><\/a> Join us for an inspiring day of community and raising funds for breakthroughs in T1D research:<\/p>\n<p><strong>When: <\/strong>Saturday, November 14, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Where: <\/strong>NTC Park at Liberty Station<\/p>\n<p>We are also in the process of building Walk Committees to assist with these events and we need you. Contact <strong><a href=\"mailto:SKearney@BT1D.org\">Samantha Ecks Kearney<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>if you are interested in joining.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ride.breakthrought1d.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14760\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/03\/LA3.2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"975\" height=\"548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/03\/LA3.2.jpg 975w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/03\/LA3.2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/03\/LA3.2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Ride Packages are still available!<\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s time for <strong>Breakthrough T1D Ride<\/strong>, where every pedal stroke powers research, advocacy, and support to improve lives until we find a cure! <strong>Breakthrough T1D Ride,<\/strong> <strong>2026 <\/strong>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\u2019s no better time to find your Ride community.<\/p>\n<p>Where will you ride? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.breakthrought1d.org\/site\/SPageServer?pagename=ride_homepage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register today!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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!<\/p>\n<p>Congratulations and good luck to the following Ride participants who will be attending the Cape Cod Ride from September 25-28:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Daniel Brunner<\/li>\n<li>Mike Castagna<\/li>\n<li>Daren Dickerson<\/li>\n<li>Chloe Dufty<\/li>\n<li>Richard Dufty<\/li>\n<li>Latika Hickey<\/li>\n<li>Lisa Johnson<\/li>\n<li>Dominic Marasco<\/li>\n<li>Chris Prentiss<\/li>\n<li>Marin Purdy<\/li>\n<li>Brian Siemak<\/li>\n<li>Alissa Wood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>WE RIDE ON to power T1D breakthroughs!<\/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<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/volunteer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15194 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/07\/SD3-Copy.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"538\" height=\"301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/07\/SD3-Copy.png 434w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/07\/SD3-Copy-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Volunteer and Make a Difference!<\/h3>\n<p>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!<\/p>\n<p>Learn more and sign up on <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/volunteer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our website here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Featured Volunteer Position: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, contact<strong> <a href=\"mailto:CCooper@Breakthrought1d.org\">Catrina Cooper.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14946 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/06\/SD5.png\" alt=\"Upcoming Events\" width=\"624\" height=\"247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/06\/SD5.png 624w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/155\/2026\/06\/SD5-300x119.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"Heading1Char\">Join us In-Person or Online<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>In Person Events<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Breakthrough T1D Walk, San Diego HYPE Party<br \/>\nWhen:\u00a0<\/strong>Saturday, September 19 | 10:30 a.m., PT<strong><br \/>\nWhere:\u00a0<\/strong>Dave &amp; Buster\u2019s \u2013 San Diego, 2931 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, 92173<br \/>\nReady to level up the fight against T1D? Join us for the ultimate Walk HYPE Party, packed with games, food, drinks, and high-energy fun! <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/events\/breakthrough-t1d-walk-san-diego-hype-party\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more and RSVP.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>T1D Family Park Meet-Up at Kipapa Park, O\u02bbahu<\/strong>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"94b2m\" data-offset-key=\"1ggsl-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"1ggsl-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"1ggsl-0-0\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, September 26 | <\/span>12 p.m.-2 p.m.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"94b2m\" data-offset-key=\"593bd-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"593bd-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"593bd-0-0\"><strong>Where: <\/strong>Kipapa Park | Under the trees near the restrooms. (<\/span>95-439 Kuahelani Ave, Mililani, HI 96789)<\/div>\n<div data-offset-key=\"593bd-0-0\">Join us for a casual afternoon of connection, play, and community at our upcoming volunteer-led family meet-up. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/events\/t1d-family-park-meet-up-at-kipapa-park-oahu\/\">Learn more and RSVP here.<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>South Bay T1D Adults and Caregivers Meet-Up<br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>When:\u00a0<\/strong>Wednesday, September 30 | 5:30 p.m., PT<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Starbucks at the Chula Vista Shopping Center, 555 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA, 91910<br \/>\nParents of kids with T1D and Adults with T1D are invited to join our volunteer hosts, Rosa and Andrea, and connect with our T1D Community! <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/events\/15024-2026-09-30\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more and RSVP here.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lunch With Rufus<br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>When:<\/strong>\u00a0Saturday, October 3 | 12 p.m., PT<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong> Rady Children&#8217;s Hospital Education Office Building, 7960 Birmingham Drive, San Diego, CA, 92123<br \/>\nIn partnership with Rady Children\u2019s Health, join us for a fun-filled Lunch with Rufus at the annual Diabetes Education &amp; Technology Fair. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/events\/lunch-with-rufus-diabetes-education-technology-fair\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more and RSVP here.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Virtual Events<\/strong><\/h4>\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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask the Therapist Monthly <\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Last Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. 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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/span>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask the Endo Monthly <\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Third Tuesdays, 8-9 a.m. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJMkcuGtqD8qHdBf4UrmmN_11ExwRjt4f6dJ#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"color: #002bff\">here.<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>E-Meet &amp; Greets: Monthly Zoom Meet-Ups<\/strong> \u2013 Rotating Wednesdays, 12 p.m.\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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Under the Age of 5 **meets at 1 p.m.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/aCkSO1U4Qy-3_w2dcFgbyQ#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">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>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJMqd--pqD0jGdb1RASd25Q2gJqRve9sMBml?_ga=2.71088592.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reuni\u00f3n \u202f\u2013 Segundo Mi\u00e9rcoles <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZYlcOmrqzksH93CQRUQH5fL-p8hagjml9pg#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reuni\u00f3n \u2013 Cuarto Viernes<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Teen Connect Monthly Meetup<\/strong> \u2013 Third Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Register<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJItdO6hrDIqHddHr5r3l65m3CymviBVEHDW?_ga=2.63247855.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Virtual Parent Meetup<\/strong> \u2013 First Thursdays, 6 p.m. Register <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/jn2UkalsTPGvlLOhQO9TZA#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D &amp; Neurodivergent Support Group <\/strong>&#8211; Second Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. Register <span style=\"color: #002bff\"><a style=\"color: #002bff\" href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/9mG4Ks66Ti-AIbGPW-qqUA#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Dads Barbershop Talk<\/strong> \u2013 Every 3 months on the Second Friday of the month, 12-1 p.m. Register <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZUqdu-hrTIjHtI5L_Fy82pUl11Oc3pBTBHh?_ga=2.105764547.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Partner Support Group\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Last Tuesday, every other month, 6-7 p.m. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZUpc-uorTkiEtypkZWS1poT0b72PjeSRpth%20?_ga=2.39646947.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"color: #002bff\">here<\/span><\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grandparents E-Meet &amp; Greet (Meets Quarterly) <\/strong>&#8211; Second Tuesday, every 3 months, 12-1 p.m. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/S0D0j_aFQAeIdTxoynUEQQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"color: #002bff\">here.<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A monthly guide to what\u2019s happening in your Breakthrough T1D Community \u201cTee It Up\u201d to Support T1D Research Join our mission to power new breakthroughs in T1D research! 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