BT1D Greater Austin

06/04/2026

Meet our 2026 Austin Walk Chair, Kim Webel! 💙

Kim is the team captain of the Masonators and walks with her family in honor of her daughter, Maci, who graduated from high school this May.

"Our family walks for Breakthrough T1D for moments like these. We celebrate and recognize the incredible support we've received from family and friends over the years. Their love, encouragement, and generosity mean more than words can express. Every step we take is filled with hope, gratitude, and the belief that together we can create a future without type 1 diabetes.

We also walk because every donation helps fund research that brings us closer to cures. We've seen firsthand the hope that research provides, and we're grateful for the progress that's been made and excited for what lies ahead. We can't wait to walk again this year and celebrate the hope of a cure for T1D!"

Join the Masonators and hundreds of others at the 2026 Breakthrough T1D Austin Walk at PopStroke on November 8.

Register today at walk.breakthrought1d.org/austin.

06/02/2026

Have you been thinking about joining the Breakthrough T1D Ride but aren't sure where to start?

Whether you're an experienced cyclist, a weekend rider, or simply passionate about creating a world without type 1 diabetes, the Breakthrough T1D Ride is an incredible way to make an impact while being part of an inspiring community.

Join us tomorrow at our Ride Happy Hour to learn more about the Austin Ride, connect with current riders, and get your questions answered.

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 The Brewtorium
6015 Dillard Circle A, Austin, TX 78742

We hope to see you there! 🚴‍♂️💙

RSVP at breakthrought1d.org/greateraustintx

05/28/2026

We are proud to announce Parker Fleming as our Honorary Corporate Grand Marshal for the 2026 Breakthrough T1D Austin Walk on November 8, 2026 at PopStroke!

Since attending his first Walk in 1997, Parker has seen firsthand the power of bringing together families, corporate partners, and community leaders to fund life-changing research, advocate for the T1D community, and move us closer to cures.

Parker’s story is one of resilience, family, and hope. Parker was diagnosed before the age of two and then his two younger siblings were diagnosed shortly after. The three siblings all grew up managing the daily challenges of T1D with the support of incredible parents who never let diabetes define their lives. Now Parker is a Corporate Affairs Manager at Cintra and a dedicated Breakthrough T1D Greater Austin Chapter Board Member.

Join Parker and his team, Parker’s Power Walkers, on November 8 as we walk together toward a future without type 1 diabetes. Register now at walk.breakthrought1d.org/austin.

05/21/2026

Curious about the Breakthrough T1D Ride program and the upcoming Austin Ride this Fall? Join us for a fun and casual Ride Happy Hour! 🚴‍♀️🍻

Come meet riders, hear about the Ride experience, and learn how you can help drive breakthroughs for type 1 diabetes research.

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 The Brewtorium
6015 Dillard Circle A, Austin, TX 78742

👉 Scan the QR code or RSVP at breakthrought1d.org/greateraustintx

05/20/2026

The 2026 Breakthrough T1D Austin Walk is November 8th at PopStroke! 💙🚶‍♀️

Join us as our community comes together to fund life-changing type 1 diabetes research and supports everyone living with T1D.

Whether you walk as a family, company team, friend group, or individual, every step and every dollar makes a difference.

Register at walk.breakthrought1d.org/austin

05/15/2026

Happy National Bike Month! Ready to put your miles to mission in Austin, TX? Join us at ride.bt1d.org!

We’re halfway through National Bike Month—and there’s still time 🚲

Whether you’ve already started fundraising or you’re just getting rolling, every mile you ride and every dollar you raise this month is making twice the impact thanks to the $150,000 match from the Hare family.

Raise $500 by May 31 and earn an exclusive BT1D Ride cycling cap—while helping fuel more than 500 active research grants changing lives.

Still time to jump in. Still time to make it count.
Ride.BT1D.Org

05/13/2026

Shining a spotlight on our top fundraising team at the 2025 Austin Walk!

Team Captains Gracie Edwards and Annabel Cronin launched a the Champions League in honor of their loved ones living with T1D, inspiring 21 dedicated high school members to join their mission. Together, they raised over $27,000 for the Austin Walk, educated their community about T1D and its symptoms, and helped share Breakthrough T1D’s mission throughout the school year.

We are incredibly proud of all you’ve accomplished, Team Champions League! Cheers to you and your well-deserved upcoming summer vacation! 🙌💙

Join us for the 2026 Austin Walk on November 8th. Register at walk.breakthought1d/austin.

05/06/2026

Burnout with type 1 diabetes doesn’t always look obvious.
Sometimes it’s skipping small tasks, feeling unmotivated, or just being tired of thinking about it all the time.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone and there are ways to navigate it with more support.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, join us for our next Spanish-language virtual Community Summit:
“Emotional Burnout in Type 1 Diabetes: Understanding, Tools, and Well-Being.”

🗓 May 12 | 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT
📍 Live on Breakthrough T1D’s Spanish Facebook
(also streaming across Breakthrough T1D’s English social channels)
No registration needed. Just show up!

El agotamiento por diabetes tipo 1 no siempre es obvio.
A veces es saltarse pequeñas tareas, sentirse desmotivado o simplemente estar cansado de pensar en eso todo el tiempo.
Si eso te suena familiar, no estás solo y hay maneras de afrontarlo con más apoyo.
Este Mes de la Salud Mental, acompáñanos en nuestro próximo Encuentro Comunitario virtual en español:
“Desgaste Emocional en Diabetes tipo 1: Comprensión, Herramientas y Bienestar”

🗓 12 de mayo | 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT
📍 En vivo en el Facebook en español de Breakthrough T1D
(También transmitido en los canales sociales en inglés de Breakthrough T1D)
No se necesita registro. ¡Solo conéctate!

05/01/2026

May is National Bike Month 🚴‍♀️💙

To celebrate, we’re inviting you to ride with purpose all month long. When you register for a 2026 Destination Ride or My Ride and raise $500 in May, you’ll earn an exclusive Breakthrough T1D Ride cycling cap. Thanks to a generous $150,000 matching gift from the Hare family, every dollar you raise this month is doubled.

Already registered? Same challenge- Raise $500 in May & earn the cap.

Your miles fuel progress. Your fundraising powers breakthroughs.

Let’s make May matter! Go to ride.bt1d.org.

04/25/2026

As National Volunteer Week comes to a close, we’re celebrating seven incredible Southern Texas advocates who recently visited Capitol Hill to use their voices and drive change for the T1D community 💙

Jen Ford, Austin Thornton, Berkeley Barnett, Dee Dee Stephens, Peggy Kruckemeyer, Machell Day, and Meredith Athens met with Members of Congress to champion what matters most—federal research funding, insulin affordability, the promise of cell therapies, and the life-changing impact of early screening and detection.

Their advocacy is a powerful example of Partnering for Innovation — bringing lived experience, passion, and purpose together to influence progress at the highest level. As we wrap up this week of celebration, we are especially grateful for volunteers like these who are helping shape a brighter future for the T1D community 🙌