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JDRF is undergoing a transformation.
We are becoming Breakthrough T1D in October.

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Fundraise

Are you ready to make a difference to people living with type 1 diabetes? Join us and thousands of others to raise money for type 1 research – and have lots of fun doing it!

A family wearing JDRF t-shirts, fundraising at the JDRF One Walk event

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Family group in their One Walk t shirts and medals stood in front of a lake with their arms raised in celebration

Why get involved?

By joining one of our fundraising events or planning your own, you’ll be helping fund research that’s making headway into better treatments and cures for type 1 diabetes.

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Allan, swimming for JDRF

Make a difference

Your fundraising powers our research. With your support we invest in scientists and researchers in the UK and across the world who are working towards cures and better treatments. Their goal, and ours, is to make life better for people living with type 1 diabetes and create a world without type 1.

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JDRF's Cycle for a Cure cyclists

Unleash your inner hero

By taking part in our events, or setting up your own, you become a beacon of hope for individuals and families living with type 1. By stepping up to raise funds, you’re helping to make a positive impact on the lives of everyone with type 1.

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Two women wearing swimming caps in a swimming pool, fundraising for JDRF

Get connected

Our fundraising events bring together a vibrant community of passionate people who understand the daily challenges of life with type 1 and are united by the common goal of fighting type 1 diabetes. At our events you can connect with other people living with type 1, share inspiring stories, and create lasting friendships.

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Walking climbers on a JDRF Climb 1 for Type 1 fundraising challenge

Create fun-filled memories

You’ll have fun-filled and memorable experiences – whether it’s joining our One Walks, trekking up a mountain, or doing a bake sale!

Shared stories: JDRF One Walk 2023

Upcoming events

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Runner in JDRF charity vest running away from the camera towards a JDRF cheer point at the Great North Run, hand raised in a fist in celebration
Runs
2025

Great Manchester Run 2025

Manchester

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Mass group of runners crossing the marathon start line with banners and a giant inflatable running shoe in the background.
Runs
27.04.25

Manchester Marathon 2025

Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0PX

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Runners on the streets of Paris taking part in the Paris Marathon.
Runs
13.04.25

Paris Marathon 2025

Paris, France

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The summit of Ben Nevis, which charity mountain climbers will scale as part of the Climb 1 for Type 1 challenge.
Walks & treks
17.08.24

Climb 1 for Type 1: Ben Nevis

Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6PF

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