NSW

Community Events

Join an organised T1D meetup, fun run, marathon, cycle or swim near you!

On this page, you can:

  • Join a Breakthrough T1D-hosted meetup to connect with local families living with type 1 diabetes (T1D).

  • Explore fitness events like runs or rides where you can fundraise for T1D research.

If you're signing up for a fitness event, be sure to:

  • Set up a fundraising page through their platform

  • Share your link with friends and ask them to sponsor you - per kilometre, for your finish time, or just because!

JUMP for a Cure

26 Oct 2025

Take on a thrilling tandem skydive while supporting type 1 diabetes (T1D) research! Fundraise $1,500 and take to the skies this October.

More NSW events to participate in

Play for purpose

22 Sep 2025

Every Play For Purpose ticket gives you the chance to win a first prize worth $250k and hundreds of other amazing prizes like cars, vouchers and more! Drawn 10am AEST.


Go Blue

14 Nov 2025

This World Diabetes Day, turn your school or workplace blue and help fund research into a world without T1D. Whatever your organisation, we’ve made it easy (and fun!) to get involved.

One Ride

28-30 November 2025

Join Breakthrough T1D's One Ride 2025 in the stunning Barossa Valley - cycling routes and packages for all while raising funds for T1D research!

Henderson Newcastle Marathon

19 April 2026

Lace up and experience the thrill of the Henderson Newcastle Marathon - where fast times meet stunning coastal views and unbeatable community spirit!

Hoka Runaway Sydney Half Marathon

03 May 2026

Get ready to run Sydney like never before - an unforgettable city course that takes you straight through the buzzing heart of the CBD, electric energy at every turn!

Other ways to raise money for type 1 diabetes research

Sign up for Entertainment

Save on takeaway, dining, shopping, groceries, gift cards, activities and more with Entertainment! 20% of every membership purchased goes to support Breakthrough T1D!

Connect to Drimtel

DrimTel is a local Australian telecommunications service provider that empowers connectivity and transforms lives. 50% of their profits go directly to Breakthrough T1D.

Purchase Synxbody

SynxBody, is an Australian footcare company. For every online purchase made on their website, SynxBody is generously donating $1 to Breakthrough T1D to help advance foot health and T1D awareness! 

Support Krystle knight jewellery

KKJ an Australia brand, specialises in handmade jewellery, centred around crystals and their healing properties.
$20 from each 'Make It Visible' collection sale goes to Breakthrough T1D.

Apply for your United Petrol card

With the Breakthrough T1D UP Community card, save 2 cents per litre at participating United stations and support Breakthrough T1D with a 2 cents per litre rebate.

donating through return & Earn

Collect, fundraise or donate. You can select to donate your 10c refund to Breakthrough T1D now, featured on the app from any machines or automated depot.

Support Phil Hoffmann Travel

Thinking of travelling but also want to make an imapct? Donating 1% of your holiday cost directly to Breakthrough T1D! Using code SPJDRF at checkout.