Southern Ohio Chapter
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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
Breakthrough T1D Cincinnatians of the Year Gala 2026
Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, OH
We all have a story of how T1D has changed our lives. As a Breakthrough T1D advocate, I use my voice to tell lawmakers our story of living with T1D and why research must continue.
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Upcoming Virtual Meet-Up Opportunities for the T1D Community
Amazing Virtual Meet-Up Opportunities for the T1D Community Looking to connect, learn, and share experiences with others in the Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) community? We’ve gathered a list of upcoming virtual meet-ups hosted by the Breakthrough T1D Northern California Chapter…
Get to Know Your Breakthrough T1D Ride Coaches – Team SOCO!
Breakthrough T1D™ Ride welcomes cyclists of all skill levels. By joining one of our Rides, you will enjoy an experience unlike any other. With breathtaking destination rides and a virtual option with Breakthrough T1D My Ride for flexibility to choose from,…
Wild About Warriors: T1D Meet-Up & Book Launch at the Africa Center
T1D Meet-Up & Book Launch Get ready for a wild celebration! Join us on May 10th from 3–6 PM at the Africa Event Center, right next to the Columbus Zoo, for an unforgettable afternoon. Feed the giraffes, get your face painted,…
Honoring Jordan: Turning Tragedy into Awareness and Action
Turning Tragedy into Awareness and Action Our daughter, Jordan, was a vibrant, funny, and uniquely creative 21-year-old. A senior at the University of Cincinnati, she was pursuing a degree in Substance Abuse Counseling, driven by a deep desire to help…
Blood Sugar Balance with Kristie Lambert – 2025: A New Year, A New You
The content below is provided by Kristie Lambert, MSN, APRN Kristie Lambert is an Adult Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Endocrinology. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Toledo and then earned her Master’s of…
Leadership
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Tara Ploeger
Ohio Territory Executive
Chia Menchen
Chapter Director - Southern Ohio Chapter
Sara Gaugler
Development Manager - Southern Ohio Chapter
Kelsey Boeckermann
Community Engagement Manager - Ohio Territory
Megan Hunziker
Development Coordinator - Southern Ohio Chapter
Hannah Keaton
Operations Assistant - Ohio Territory
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