BT1D Northern Florida

06/12/2026

The Breakthrough T1D Young Adult Advocacy Council (YAAC) is hosting an info session on Thursday, June 18 at 7pm ET for anyone interested in learning about the YAAC program, the application that will launch in September, and how the group works to advances Breakthrough T1D’s mission.

The Young Adult Advocacy Council (YAAC) is a group of young adults ages 18-28 who actively support the advancement of Breakthrough T1D’s advocacy priority areas, spread awareness of type 1 diabetes (T1D) within their communities, and inspire youth to use their voices and share their stories with key decision makers.

Register here: https://breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/NVHT_8IiSnmbA-nw-BNprg #/registration

Learn more about YAAC here: https://www.breakthrought1d.org/advocacy/yaac/

05/29/2026

May is National Bike Month, and there’s never been a better time to get involved with the Breakthrough T1D Ride program! We’re proud to see two of our incredible Team Florida riders, Karen & Wendi, featured in a recent Ride blog post where they share tips, tricks, advice, and encouragement for anyone thinking about joining the ride community. 💙

Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or just looking for a meaningful challenge, the Breakthrough T1D Ride program is an unforgettable way to support life-changing type 1 diabetes research while connecting with an inspiring community across the country.

Now is the perfect time to join Team Florida and start your Ride journey with us! Read the blog, hear directly from veteran riders, and take the first step toward making an impact today!

Learn more and join the Ride program here: https://www.breakthrought1d.org/news-and-updates/breakthrough-t1d-ride-getting-involved-tips-tricks-advice-faq/

05/13/2026

What an incredible Walk Day 💙

A huge THANK YOU to all of our families, teams, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who made the 2026 Breakthrough T1D Walk Jacksonville so special. Because of this amazing community, we continue moving this mission forward and getting closer to turning type one into type none.

The energy, support, and passion we saw on May 2nd was truly unforgettable, and we are so grateful to everyone who showed up and made an impact.

📸 Want to see more Walk Day photos? You can find the full Jacksonville Walk album on our page: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1084590587035867&type=3

05/08/2026

05/05/2026

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!

https://www.breakthrought1d.org/t1d-community/summits-espanol/?utm_source=national_space&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FY26+Breakthrough+T1D+Buzz+(5-4-26)&utm_content=Spanish+virtual+Community+Summit%3a+&s_src=national_space&s_subsrc=FY26+Breakthrough+T1D+Buzz+(5-4-26)



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!

05/05/2026

Join us for Victory Lap: A Breakthrough T1D Florida Virtual Post-Walk Celebration on Tuesday, May 28 at 6:00 p.m.

We’re bringing our Florida Walk community together virtually to celebrate an incredible season, recognize the teams and families who made an impact, share mission moments, and rally for the final stretch of fundraising.

Whether you walked in Tampa, Lakeland, or another Florida market, this celebration is for you. Fundraising is still open, and there is still time to make an even bigger impact for the T1D community.

RSVP today: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/LpNXu01Rj1

04/30/2026

We are thrilled to announce our 2026 Jacksonville Breakthrough T1D Walk Rookie of the Year: Grateful Alive! This first-year team has raised $3,921, earning them the #9 spot (as of 4/30).

Jonathan was diagnosed with T1D in July 2024 just weeks before his 38th birthday. He and his wife Jaime are beyond grateful for the medical advancements that keep him alive (insulin, insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors), we also dream of a cure and know the science is getting closer and closer.

Thank you, Team Grateful Alive, for leading the way as our Rookie of the Year! We can’t wait to celebrate all of our teams, new and returning, Saturday!

You can still join us: https://www2.breakthrought1d.org/site/TR?fr_id=10511&pg=entry

04/30/2026

We are thrilled to announce our 2026 Fund A Cure Champions for the Orlando Gala: The Lombardo Family!

Mike, Kate, Gavin and Giana Lombardo’s journey with type 1 diabetes began in the summer of 2021, just before Giana’s 5th birthday. When telltale symptoms of type 1 began to arise, Kate took her to the doctor where a simple blood test led to her diagnosis. While they were grateful to catch it early and avoid severe complications and hospitalization, the year that followed was one of the most challenging of their lives.

Early on, they found comfort and guidance through their connection with the Pape family, who understood their journey and helped welcome them into the T1D community. Through Breakthrough T1D, the Lombardos have found a true sense of belonging -- building relationships, attending walks and galas, and holding onto hope through every research breakthrough.

We are honored to share their story on November 7! To learn more about the Lombardo Family, and the Orlando gala, visit: https://www.breakthrought1d.org/northernflorida/events/breakthrough-t1d-orlando-imagine-gala-2026/

04/29/2026

Why I Walk Wednesday 💙

This week we are highlighting Gabe Pereverzoff! He has been living with Type 1 since he was nine years old. Gabe's Mom Says "Gabe takes everything in his life and crushes it. He is so responsible and makes type one diabetes look easy (which it is not)." Gabe and his family enjoy giving back while helping fund a cure.

We can't wait to walk with Gabe and his Family this Saturday!

Register today: https://www2.breakthrought1d.org/site/TR/Walk/FloridaTerritory?pg=entry&fr_id=10511

04/29/2026

Jacksonville: Will you be joining us for the T1D Parade before the walk?! 🎉

As part of the opening ceremony, we will gather ALL of our T1D champions to parade. We will honor each champion by how many years they’ve been a T1D warrior and celebrate!

Meeting time is 8:50AM to the right of the stage – look for the sign! Please plan for extra time on Walk Day to ensure your champion is there and ready to line up with the help of our volunteers. After the parade, there will be time for T1D champions to return to their teams before the ribbon cutting, so all families can walk the route together.

You don’t want to miss this!

There’s still time to register for the Jacksonville walk at:
https://www2.breakthrought1d.org/site/TR?fr_id=10511&pg=entry