BT1D Greater New England

05/28/2026

Walk season is almost here—and we need YOU!

Volunteer for the 2026 Breakthrough T1D Walk and help bring energy, support, and hope to every step.
Roles include check-in, food tent, cheer stations & water stops

📅 Sept 26 (Boston), Sept 27 (Maine), Oct 3 (NH), Oct 4 (RI)

👉 Sign up today and make a difference at walk.breakthrought1d.org

05/23/2026

ON THE BLOG: International Experts Advance Clinical Adoption of Islet Cell Therapies at Breakthrough T1D HQ

Islet cell therapies for type 1 diabetes (T1D) replace destroyed insulin-producing beta cells with functional cells that allow the body to make insulin again. To ensure there are enough islet cells for everyone with T1D who wants them, Breakthrough T1D is prioritizing manufactured cell therapies, which can be made in large quantities in a laboratory, adhering to high levels of quality control. These therapies are quickly advancing through the drug development pipeline. How are we making sure the clinical community is prepared for their arrival?

Read more: https://bit.ly/4tUiS4q

05/22/2026

Meet our May Cure Champion, who learned that his diagnosis couldn’t stop him from being active, especially as he completed the Augusta, Georgia 70.3 Ironman last fall!

Read more: https://bit.ly/3RkibE5

05/21/2026

Join us on Thursday, June 11, 2026, for the Breakthrough T1D Greater New England Spring Mission Update—an evening of celebration, connection, and impact. Guest speaker, Doug Lowenstein, will be sharing a mission update. We are also excited to honor our dedicated volunteers and highlight our efforts in advocacy and community engagement. Connect with us and be inspired by the change we’re driving together.

RSVP today at https://qrco.de/BT1DSpringMissionUpdate2026

05/16/2026

🏌️Registration is open for the 25th Annual Breakthrough T1D Tee Up Golf Classic on Monday, July 13. Each year, this tournament draws more than 200 participants who enjoy an amazing day of golf, followed by dinner and an exciting silent auction. Morning and afternoon tee times, sponsorship opportunities, and dinner tickets are available!

🏌️For more information and to participate, please visit https://bit.ly/TeeUpGolf26.

05/12/2026

Registration is officially open for our Breakthrough T1D Walks in Boston, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island!

All Team Captains who register on or before Wednesday, May 20, will be entered into our “Walk Royalty” drawing, where one winner per site will be chosen to join us on stage and lead our countdown.

Register your team today at walk.BreakthroughT1D.org.

05/11/2026

ON THE BLOG: Balancing Mental Health and Type 1 Diabetes

Taking care of your mental health with type 1 diabetes (T1D) is just as important as managing your blood sugar and taking your insulin. Breakthrough T1D is working to address mental health concerns for people living with type 1 diabetes through education, research, and community support.

Read more: https://www.breakthrought1d.org/news-and-updates/mental-health-and-type-1-diabetes

05/08/2026

👟Walk registration is open! We are excited to see you at FOUR amazing locations this fall!

Boston Walk | Saturday, September 26 at the Hatch Shell
Maine Walk | Sunday, September 27 at Payson Park
New Hampshire Walk | Saturday, October 3 at Derryfield Park **new location**
Rhode Island Walk | Sunday, October 4 at Citizens Bank Johnston Campus

Register today at walk.BreakthroughT1D.org!

05/02/2026