Breakthrough T1D Greater New York Metro

Meet Bonnie Todman — one of the driving forces behind this year’s Spring Social! Her journey with Breakthrough T1D began when her 10-year-old daughter was diagnosed with T1D, and Rufus, the teddy bear, became a symbol of hope and strength. That moment sparked her mission to help find a cure ?? For Bonnie, the Spring Social is all about celebrating, growing our community, and uniting for a shared passion — to create a world without T1D. To learn more about Spring Social and how you can register, visit: https://lnkd.in/eQShMmAQ

We're 1 week away from our first Community Summit at the Cradle of Aviation Museum on March 29!! There will be amazing speakers like T1D Rocket Scientist, April Blackwell, vendors, and community members. We can’t wait to see you all there! All registrants will receive free admission to the Cradle of Aviation after the program! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e9GiHNQp

Thank you to all our 2024 Real Estate Games Team & Event Sponsors! We are so excited to be back for the 10th anniversary of the New York City Real Estate Games this June at Chelsea Piers! For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/ewGuN9kH

T1D moms Michelle Trombetta and Stephanie Lichtenstein share what Community Summit means to them ?? We're 14 days away from our first Community Summit! Learn more about these events here: https://lnkd.in/eBGfKsXg

Jon Marcus, President of the Young Professionals Committee, is excited to share why Rock the Cure is so important to him! Rock the Cure isn’t just an unforgettable night of music– it’s a chance to unite for a meaningful cause. Every ticket, donation, and person in the room helps bring us closer to a cure. To learn more about this event, visit: https://lnkd.in/eEJ4tkxS

Meet Charlie Jacoby - recording and performing artist from Brooklyn, who uses her T1D journey as a source of strength and inspiration. Diagnosed during her sophomore year of high school, she found her purpose in music. Fast forward to now, she recently released her new single, Red, and performed at her first sold-out headline show! Fun fact: Charlie’s favorite low snack is Peach Rings, and her go-to Dexcom spot is her thigh (though she switches it up to the backs of her arms too). Photo credit: Catherine Herber

From March 1-4, six grassroots advocates from the Greater New York Metro chapter traveled to Washington D.C. to represent their congressional districts and champion key issues impacting the T1D community. They shared their personal experiences with T1D with Members of Congress and advocated for legislation and policies supporting T1D research. Photo 1: Grassroots Leadership Team Member Scott Minor, and Advocacy Team Chair Amy Goldberg Reiss, in front of Rep. Laura Gillen's office Photo 2: Board Member Christopher Aiuto, and Young Adult Advocacy Council Members Parth Gami and Sabrina Morales, in front of Rep. Nicole Malliotakis's office Photo 3: Young Adult Advocacy Council Members Parth Gami and Sabrina Morales, in front of Rep. @Daniel S. Goldman's office Photo 4: Advocacy Team Chair Amy Goldberg Reiss, and Young Adult Advocacy Council Members Parth Gami and Sabrina Morales, in front of U.S. Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand's office Join these powerhouse volunteers in this important work by registering to be an Advocate today! Visit: https://lnkd.in/eHCBV2CD.

Would you like to take part in a study that’s ultimate goal is to reduce heart disease in people with type 1 diabetes? Researchers at NYU Langone Health are enrolling 125 participants with type 1 diabetes to examine risk factors for heart disease and stroke including platelet activity, white blood cell inflammation, blood vessel wall function, and cardiovascular genetic information before and after cholesterol reduction. Learn more about this opportunity to contribute to T1D research: https://lnkd.in/ebHiSqpA

From dreaming of space at age 5 to leading a team that returns humans to the moon, April’s journey is a testament to her resilience! Living with T1D, didn’t stop her dream– it fueled it. ???? Check out how she’s breaking barriers and aiming to become the first person with T1D in space! You can also meet April in person at our upcoming Breakthrough T1D Community Summit on March 29 at the Cradle of Aviation Museum. To read April's full story, visit: https://lnkd.in/ezYWnKup

??♀? We’re celebrating our successes and gearing up for an exciting Breakthrough T1D Ride season ahead—and we’d love for YOU to join us at the Pacific Cycling and Triathlon! In just 9 days, meet your teammates, staff, and get pumped for this year’s rides. Feel free to bring a guest, the more the merrier! For more info and to RSVP, visit: https://lnkd.in/egZjHYJC