Join an organised T1D meetup, fun run, marathon, cycle or swim near you!
On this page, you can:
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Join a Breakthrough T1D-hosted meetup to connect with local families living with type 1 diabetes (T1D).
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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:
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Set up a fundraising page through their platform
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Share your link with friends and ask them to sponsor you - per kilometre, for your finish time, or just because!
One Walk
March 2026
12 Mar 2026
Every Play For Purpose ticket gives you the chance to win a first prize worth $300k and hundreds of other amazing prizes like cars, vouchers and more!
17 May 2026
Join the ultimate ocean-view challenge this May - pick your distance, lace up, and give your kilometres real purpose!
Set your own date
Take on a thrilling tandem skydive while supporting T1D research! Fundraise $1,500 before 31 May 2026 and take to the skies!
07 Jun 2026
Join the tradition and be part of Brisbane’s most historic running event - history and city pride meet on the streets of Brisbane!
21 Jun 2026
Run by the sea at the Hervey Bay Half Marathon Festival! From 2km to 21.1km, enjoy stunning coastal views and a finish line on the foreshore.
12 Jul 2026
Run the 7Cairns Marathon Festival along the iconic Cairns Esplanade - five distances, breathtaking views, and a finish line like no other.
02 Aug 2026
Join this much-loved Sunshine Coast event for a fast, flat course, perfect winter conditions, and the chance to support T1D research as you run.
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.
Support Phil Hoffman Travel
Thinking of travelling but also want to make an impact? Donating 1% of your holiday cost directly to Breakthrough T1D! Using code SPJDRF at checkout.
Support Ken Duncan Galleries
Want to add a breathtaking Ken Duncan print to your collection? $100 from every single sale of the blue - themed prints until November 14th will be donated directly to the Blue Army!
