Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Breakthrough T1D brings the energy, excitement, and spirit of New York City to Southwest Florida with this year’s gala.
The 21st annual Breakthrough T1D Naples Gala is one of Southwest Florida's premier philanthropic events, bringing together community leaders, philanthropists, families, corporate partners, and friends for an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing the mission of Breakthrough T1D: improving lives today and accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to cure type 1 diabetes (T1D). We are grateful to our Co-Chairs, Donald Montroy and Ericca Rios, and Charles and Ema Weinrich, for their leadership, to our honoree, Julia Reisman, for her inspiring dedication to the cause, and to our Fund A Cure family, the Safi Gonzalez Family, for sharing their story in support of a cure.
Inspired by the city that is always moving, always dreaming, and always pushing forward, this year’s gala celebrates the unstoppable spirit of the T1D community. Just like New York City never sleeps, T1D never takes a break. It requires constant vigilance, innovation, advocacy, research, and support. Together, we can ensure that no one facing T1D has to face it alone.
Guests will experience an elegant evening filled with New York-inspired energy, including a cocktail reception, dinner, inspiring mission moments, and exciting silent and live auctions. Throughout the evening, guests will hear powerful stories from members of the T1D community and learn how Breakthrough T1D is making an impact through groundbreaking research, advocacy, and programs supporting individuals and families living with T1D.
The evening will shine a spotlight on the incredible progress being made toward a future without T1D. From advancing innovative research and developing new treatments to providing resources for newly diagnosed families and supporting people living with T1D every day, Breakthrough T1D is working tirelessly to change the reality of this disease.
Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on an exciting selection of auction packages and experiences, with every dollar raised helping fuel Breakthrough T1D’s mission. Whether you are attending to honor a loved one living with T1D, support groundbreaking research, connect with fellow members of the community, or enjoy a memorable night with friends, your participation makes a meaningful difference.
“The City That Never Sleeps & Neither Does T1D” is more than a theme—it represents the determination, resilience, and relentless pursuit of progress that define the T1D community. Every breakthrough begins with people coming together to make a difference, and this gala is an opportunity to be part of that movement.
Join in for a night of celebration, inspiration, and impact as we bring a little bit of New York City to Naples. Together, we can fuel research, support families, advance advocacy, and move closer to a world without type 1 diabetes.
There are many ways to be part of this incredible evening! Businesses and community members are invited to attend the event, promote their business through sponsorship and advertising opportunities, donate an auction item or experience, or explore other ways to support Breakthrough T1D. Whether you are looking to increase your company’s visibility, connect with Southwest Florida’s philanthropic community, or make a meaningful contribution to the T1D community, we would love to work with you.
For sponsorship opportunities, tickets, business promotion, auction donations, or additional information, please contact Taylor Norman at Tnorman@BreakthroughT1D.org.
The city never sleeps. Neither does T1D. And neither will we until we find a cure.