Breakthrough T1D Southern California & Hawai’i September Newsletter

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The LA One Night Gala will take place on September 21st at the historic Fairmont Miramar Santa Monica. Frank Buckley — KTLA Morning News Anchor, host Frank Buckley Interviews, and T1D dad — will be the evening’s Emcee.  Justin Willman, star & creator of the hit Netflix series THE MAGIC PRANK SHOW and MAGIC FOR HUMANS, will provide the evening’s entertainment.

If you’d like to purchase tickets, donate to Fund A Cure, or find out more information about the event, please visit our gala website.

SAVE THE DATE

The Orange County Gala is coming back to Pendry Newport Beach on Saturday, March 15th, 2025! We are thrilled to announce we will be honoring Linda Young, along with the entire Elite OC Productions team, for their tremendous support and numerous contributions to Breakthrough T1D!

For more information, or to purchase tickets or sponsorships, please visit our website. If you are interested in joining our committee, please reach out to Development Manager, Alex Hines.

Breakthrough T1D Walk

Every year, Breakthrough T1D Walk unites thousands of people from all over the country to shape a better future for those who are living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Breakthrough T1D Walk provides an opportunity for individuals with T1D, their families, corporations, and the local community to make a difference and positively influence the lives of those who are living with T1D. We have multiple Breakthrough T1D Walks in Southern California. Choose a location and register today!

 

  • Santa Barbara Community Walk, Saturday, September 28th at the Montecito Union High School. Register here.  For any questions, contact Robyn Laquette.
  • San Diego Walk, Sunday, November 3rd at NTC Park in Liberty Station. Register here.
    • Join us for the SD Walk Hype Party, to be held on September 8th at Dave & Busters. Space is limited and RSVP confirmation is REQUIRED. Register here by September 4th.
  • Orange County Walk, Saturday, November 9th at Angel Stadium. Register here.
    • Join us for the OC Walk Hype Party, to be held on September 8th at Fountain Valley Skating Center. RSVP here by September 4th.
  • Imperial Valley Community Walk, Saturday, November 16th at the Imperial Valley College track & field. Register here.
  • Los Angeles Walk, Saturday, March 15th, 2025 at the Rose Bowl Stadium. Register here. For any questions, please contact Sue Pietrzak.

Have a child under the age of 18 joining you? Please register them during your registration process. On the “Review” page during registration, click “Add a child account” to register them.

Encourage past and new walkers to join your team for this fun, impactful event. Together, we are a force for change. Thank you for your ongoing dedication and support. We can’t wait to walk with you!

 

Interested in riding? We still have three destinations left and as well as the MyRide option.

The destination rides left are:

  • Coeur d’Alene, ID – September 26-29
  • Death Valley, CA – Oct. 24-27
  • Amelia Island, FL – Dec. 5-8

My Ride allows you to participate in your own way: indoors on a trainer, outdoors on your bike, with friends or at an event near you. You choose your course and set your own goals. Throughout the season, we’ll provide opportunities to connect with others in the community through pop-up fitness and fundraising challenges as well as organized cycling and T1D related forums and opportunities to celebrate your accomplishments. With no registration fee or fundraising minimum, you can join Breakthrough T1D My Ride at any time.

For more information visit the ride website here or contact Marcela Pallete.

Discover the excitement of our inaugural Honolulu Marathon Weekend and register today! Click here to learn more and secure your spot! If you have any further questions, please contact Chelsee Duran.

Upcoming Chapter Events

  • T1D Adult Walk & Talk – Meet adults with T1D for easy hikes in So Cal.
    • OC – Newport Back Bay – Sat., September 21st at 9am. Register here.
    • LA – Griffith Park – Sat., September 7th at 9am. Register here.
  • 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). First Thursdays of each month. 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.
  • Southern CA Parent Meetup – Third Tuesdays, 6pm. Register here.
  • T1D Caregivers Coffee Chat – September 3rd, 9am via Zoom. Register here.
  • San Diego East County In-Person Coffee – September 19th, 7pm. Starbucks, 2740 Fletcher Pkwy., El Cajon. Register here. 
  • San Diego South Bay Parent Meetup – September 25th, 6pm. Caffe Tazza, 374 E H St, Chula Vista. Register here.
  • Hawai’i Parent Meetup – Last Thursday of the month, 5pm HST. Register here.
  • Ask the Therapist Monthly Sessions – Fourth Tuesdays, 12pm-1pm. Register here.
  • T1D Dads Barbershop Talk – Every 3 months on the 2nd Friday of the month, 12-1pm, Zoom. Register here.
  • Family Park Meetup – Rialto – Saturday, August 24th, 9am at the Joe Sampson Park in Rialto. Register here.
  • Breakfast with Rufus in Irvine – Saturday, September 14th, 10am-12pm at the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center at Hoag. Register here.