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T1D WARRIOR ATHLETES

TRAIN HARD. COMPETE BOLDLY.

Every sport. Every level. One team.

Warrior Athletes use their sport to represent the T1D community, raise awareness, and show families that a Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis does not take away what is possible.

Some live with T1D. Others compete for someone who does. All of them are Warrior Athletes.

NO 1 FIGHTS ALONE.

THIS IS BIGGER THAN THE RESULT.

A Warrior Athlete can be a runner, cyclist, lifter, swimmer, volleyball player, golfer, wrestler, baseball player, CrossFit athlete, student-athlete, weekend competitor, or professional.

You do not need a certain pace, ranking, follower count, or experience level.

You simply need a sport you care about, a connection to the T1D community, and a willingness to represent something bigger than yourself.

WE SUPPORT THE ATHLETES WHO CARRY THE MISSION.

WARRIOR GEAR

T1D Warriors apparel to wear during training, competition, and community events when permitted.

COMPETITION SUPPORT

Selected athletes may receive help with approved competition registration fees.

ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT

Opportunities to share your story through the T1D Warriors website and social channels.

TEAM COMMUNITY

A growing community of athletes representing the T1D mission in different sports and cities.

Support varies based on the athlete, event, available funding, and partner donations. Acceptance does not guarantee financial assistance.

SHOW UP. REPRESENT WELL.
BRING PEOPLE WITH YOU.

  • Wear T1D Warriors gear when appropriate and permitted.
  • Represent the T1D community with honesty and respect.
  • Tag T1D Warriors when sharing content that includes our gear or support.
  • Send us occasional photos, updates, or event recaps.
  • Help more people understand what is possible with T1D.

Fundraising is encouraged, but it is never required. Athletes who want to fundraise may receive a personal fundraising page supporting the shared T1D Warriors Scholarship Fund.

NO PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT. NO FOLLOWER MINIMUM.
NO FUNDRAISING MINIMUM.

BECOMING A WARRIOR ATHLETE IS SIMPLE.

  1. 1

    APPLY

    Tell us who you are, what sport you compete in, and why the mission matters to you.

  2. 2

    CONNECT

    If we believe it may be a fit, our team will contact you to learn more about your season, goals, and potential support needs.

  3. 3

    JOIN THE TEAM

    Selected athletes complete onboarding, receive their gear, and begin representing T1D Warriors.

FOUNDING COHORT

We are currently selecting the first 10 to 15 Warrior Athletes.

ATHLETE APPLICATION

APPLY TO BE A WARRIOR ATHLETE

Start with the basics. If it looks like a fit, we will follow up to learn more about your season, upcoming events, apparel needs, and story. It takes about two minutes.

QUESTIONS

Do I have to have Type 1 Diabetes?

No. Some Warrior Athletes live with T1D. Others compete for someone who does. Everyone is part of the same team.

Do I have to be an elite athlete?

No. We welcome athletes at every level and from every sport.

Do I have to fundraise?

No. Fundraising is encouraged but never required.

Is financial support guaranteed?

No. Gear and competition support depend on available funding, the athlete, and the event.

Can minors apply?

Yes. A parent or legal guardian must participate in the application and onboarding process.

YOU ALREADY TRAIN. NOW COMPETE FOR SOMETHING BIGGER.

Bring the T1D Warriors mission into your sport, your team, and your community.

NO 1 FIGHTS ALONE.

T1D Warriors is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Applying does not guarantee acceptance, apparel, financial assistance, event support, or renewal. Selected athletes must complete a separate onboarding process and participation agreement. Minors require parent or legal guardian involvement. Athletes remain responsible for their own health, training, diabetes management, and compliance with applicable school, team, league, event, NIL, and governing-body rules. Questions: team@t1dw.org