More than an adrenaline rush.
When you challenge yourself for type 1 diabetes (T1D), you’re helping accelerate the research needed to change lives - and showing the T1D community they’re not in it alone. Whether you're climbing a mountain or taking your first 5K, your effort fuels breakthroughs in T1D research.
Ways you can challenge yourself for T1D research
Fitness & endurance
Run, ride, swim or sweat. Set a physical challenge and raise funds with every step. Get ideas →
Personal growth
Give something up or take something on. Push your limits for a powerful cause. Get ideas →
Blue Hair Challenge
Go bold and go blue! Colour your hair and raise awareness for T1D. Sign up now →
Join an organised event
Take part in a marathon, fun run or ride - just sign up and dedicate it to Breakthrough T1D. Find an event →
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fundraisers in the Blue Army challenging themselves for T1D research
How it works
1. Create your fundraiser
Choose how you’ll challenge yourself and join the Breakthrough T1D Blue Army
2. Set your goal
Select your fundraising goal and personalise your online fundraising page
3. Fundraise
Share your page and ask family or friends to sponsor you to turn type 1 into type none
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