Desert West Chapter

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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.

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We all have a story of how T1D has changed our lives. As a Breakthrough T1D advocate, I use my voice to tell lawmakers our story of living with T1D and why research must continue.  

Mary Horn

Grassroots Advocate, Breakthrough T1D Advocacy

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Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.

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Find community and raise money for T1D research. Breakthrough T1D events are unforgettable experiences.

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Our community in pictures. Taken from a few recent events.

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Upcoming Type 1 Talks
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Join us at the following Type 1 Talks to meet other local families living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Ask questions about upcoming events, resources, and more. DATES & LOCATIONS Tuesday, March 4 – Tandem Mobi  Breakthrough T1D Desert West…

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Echo & Rig is more than a steakhouse—it’s a community-driven team dedicated to creating exceptional culinary experiences while making a meaningful impact beyond the kitchen. Since its founding in 2013, owner Chef Sam Marvin and the Echo & Rig team…

Signature Events

We are looking for bilingual English/Spanish Outreach Ambassadors! Outreach Ambassadors play a vital role in supporting the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community. These volunteers provide the first touchpoint to those new to T1D and those new to Breakthrough T1D as…

People and Leadership Volunteers

Type 1 Talk is a community group meeting for all those affected by type 1 diabetes (T1D) – recently diagnosed families, veterans of the disease, and loved ones who want to learn more about T1D! Join us as we share…

Events and Conferences Support

Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening of Giving and Fun: Bingo for a Cure Event Details DATE: Friday, November 1, 2024 TIME: Doors open at 5:30pm LOCATION: La Paloma Country Club | 3660 E Sunrise Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718 Sold…

Fundraising

  Through March 2024, visit your local Arizona Bashas’ or Bashas’ Diné Markets location to support Breakthrough T1D at checkout. Your support will help create a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). The Bashas’ Diné Markets are located on Native…

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Leadership

Whether you donate your time or dollars, life-changing breakthroughs in T1D treatments and therapies couldn’t happen without you.

Raj Kapur, President/Executive Committee

Benefit Commerce Group

Shaun Schoener, President/Executive Committee

United HealthCare

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Thank You to Our Partners

Our corporate partners take raising funds and awareness for T1D research to new heights.

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Contact Us

4343 E. Camelback Road
Suite 100
Phoenix, Arizona, 85018

(602) 224-1800

(602) 224-1801

desertwest@BreakthroughT1D.org

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Mail and Donations Address

PO Box 5033
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-5033