Over $13,000 Raised for Breakthrough T1D Research to Combat Type 1 Diabetes

A recent community fundraising effort led by Morgan Brown successfully generated over $13,000 for Breakthrough T1D, a leading global organization dedicated to Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) research. The funds are earmarked for "life changing research for kids like Brooks," as stated by Morgan Brown in a social media post. Brown expressed gratitude, noting, "> Thanks for all of your support - we raised >$13k for @BreakthroughT1D today to fund life changing research for kids like Brooks. You were with us each step of the way today. We appreciate all of you 🙏💪.

Breakthrough T1D, formerly known as the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), was founded in 1970 by families whose loved ones were diagnosed with T1D. The organization's mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent, and treat Type 1 Diabetes and its complications. The recent rebranding to Breakthrough T1D in 2024 reflects its commitment to helping people of all ages affected by the condition, not solely children.

Donations like these are crucial for advancing the organization's strategic research goals, which include finding cures, improving lives through better treatments and technologies, and preventing the disease. Breakthrough T1D invests in a diverse portfolio of academic and industry research, aiming to translate early discoveries into clinical trials and accessible therapies. Their efforts have contributed to nearly every major advancement in T1D care over the past five decades.

Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease where the pancreas produces little to no insulin, leading to lifelong dependence on insulin therapy and potential severe complications. It affects approximately 9 million people globally, with diagnoses occurring at any age. Research funded by organizations like Breakthrough T1D focuses on restoring the body's ability to make insulin, developing disease-modifying therapies, and enhancing technologies to improve daily management for those living with T1D.

The successful fundraising by Morgan Brown and supporters underscores the ongoing community commitment to combating Type 1 Diabetes. Such initiatives are vital in empowering Breakthrough T1D to continue its work in driving innovation, advocating for policy changes, and providing support for the T1D community worldwide, moving closer to a future without the disease.