Western and Central Pennsylvania Chapter
Events
Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
Breakthrough T1D Western PA Summer Golf Classic New Location: Edgewood Country Club
Edgewood Country Club, Pittsburgh, PA
"When I was diagnosed with T1D 30 years ago, my family didn't know anything about diabetes. Breakthrough T1D not only reached out to us offering support when we needed it most but equally as important, Breakthrough T1D had a research plan to make my life better until they find the Cure. As an adult, Breakthrough T1D has taught me how to be an Advocate for myself and provided me with support, webinars and resources for when I suffer from burnout."
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Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
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Join the Western Pennsylvania Emerging Leaders Committee!
Calling all young professionals in the Greater Pittsburgh Area! Are you looking for a place to network, connect, and support a good cause with likeminded people? The Emerging Leaders Committee may be for you! About the ELC: The Emerging Leaders…
Introducing Our 2025 Children’s Congress Delegates
We’re thrilled to introduce the talented and passionate young leaders selected to represent our local T1D Community at the 2025 Children’s Congress! These delegates were chosen through a rigorous application process that highlighted their commitment to Breakthrough T1D, leadership, and…
Ride and Run for a Cure: Join Breakthrough T1D in 2025!
Are you ready to challenge yourself and make a meaningful impact in the fight against type 1 diabetes (T1D)? Breakthrough T1D offers two exhilarating opportunities in 2025 to push your limits and support groundbreaking research: the Breakthrough T1D Ride program…
Celebrating the 2025 Central PA Gala Honoree: The Salvo Family
Breakthrough T1D Western & Central PA is proud to honor The Salvo Family at the 2025 Central PA Gala for their unshakable commitment toward making life better for all those impacted by T1D. As we celebrate The Salvo Family as…
Joe Ferris Nominated For The 2024 Carol & Erwin Lurie National Award
The Western and Central Pennsylvania Chapter is proud to nominate Joe Ferris for the distinguished Carol and Erwin Lurie Volunteer Award, which recognizes volunteers whose dedication to the volunteer-staff partnership has significantly advanced the organization’s mission and strategic priorities…
Pittsburgh Community Summit Speaker Announcement
Join Us At The Pittsburgh Breakthrough T1D Summit! We are excited to announce the upcoming Pittsburgh Community Summit is an educational event designed to empower individuals living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), their families, and the broader community. This summit…
Breakthrough T1D WCPA Named Finalist for $10,000 GBU Foundation Community Grant Award
Through the generosity of the community, Breakthrough T1D Western and Central PA was nominated to receive a GBU Foundation Community Grant Award. We are pleased to announce that on January 28th, 2025, we successfully advanced past the judging round and…
Leadership
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Becky Withrow
Executive Director
Carling Nolan
Development Director
Terry Koontz
Development Director
Melissa Fereday
Development Manager
Lee Salsbury
Development Manager, Walk
Kristina Howell
Community Engagement Manager
Paul Himes
Development Coordinator
Lorynn Watt
Development Assistant
Contact Us
501 Martindale Street
Suite 670
Pittsburgh, PA, 15212
412-471-1414
412-471-1417
Mail and Donations Address
PO Box 5077
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-5077
