Events
Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
Tiffany Merovich-Winter
Fellow T1D and Member of the Western PA Breakthrough T1D Family
"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."
Get Involved
Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.
Get Support
Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.
Photos
Our community in pictures. Taken from a few recent events.
News
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…
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Cocktails & Conversation with Breakthrough T1D CEO, Dr. Aaron Kowalski
On March 20th, the Western and Central PA Chapter of Breakthrough T1D had the privilege of hosting our CEO, Dr. Aaron J....
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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...
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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...
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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,...
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
Development Manager, Community Engagement
Paul Himes
Development Coordinator
Lorynn Watt
Development Assistant