Does Breakthrough T1D pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Breakthrough T1D employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Breakthrough T1D. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Breakthrough T1D?

69% of Breakthrough T1D employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Breakthrough T1D 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Breakthrough T1D?

Development Coordinator (33) , Development Manager (26) , Director (13) , Manager (13) , Intern (11) , Outreach Manager (6) , Executive Director (5) , Administrative Assistant (4) , Development Director (4) , Fundraising Coordinator (4) , Development (3) , Development Assistant (3) , Executive Assistant (3) , Senior Development Coordinator (3) , Special Events Coordinator (3)

What are the pros of working at Breakthrough T1D according to real employee reviews?

"The people were great and it was so rewarding!" ((in 28 reviews)); "Great benefits for those with diabetes (100% coverage of all diabetes supplies.)" ((in 27 reviews)); "Great staff and great goals" ((in 16 reviews)); "The mission of this organization is great and there are many employees who stand by it." ((in 11 reviews)); "Great training available." ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Breakthrough T1D according to real employee reviews?

"National leadership is working to consolidate more and more responsibility that once was held by local staff." ((in 13 reviews)); "Low pay and a lot of employee turnover" ((in 9 reviews)); "Terrible culture and no relief was in sight" ((in 9 reviews)); "Six CEO's in 10 years; speaks volumes of the IBOD's ability to hire right." ((in 7 reviews)); "Salaries are fair." ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about Breakthrough T1D layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Breakthrough T1D layoffs and their outlook for job security at Breakthrough T1D in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Breakthrough T1D locations?

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3.5

69% would recommend to a friend

(359 total reviews)

Aaron J. Kowalski, Ph.D.

75% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Culture & values

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Senior management

Breakthrough T1D has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 359 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Breakthrough T1D employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Nonprofit & NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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359 reviews

5.0

Jun 24, 2020

Mental health counselling for type 1 diabetic patients

Mental health counselor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great job satisfaction & gear work life balance

Cons

It's an NGO works only on Saturday

3.0

Mar 12, 2019

Ok culture

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Small org. If you can make a sound business proposal, often projects are given the "green light" which is great if you're someone who wants to gain more experience.

Cons

Flat structure - not a lot of room for advancement.

Breakthrough T1D Response

Please note JDRF Canada is a separate entity from JDRF International. Our international affiliates are valued partners in the worldwide effort to turn Type 1 into Type None. Each international affiliate its own organizational structure and its own CEO.

3.0

Mar 31, 2018

They're doing great work for Type 1 Diabetes

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

funding research for type 1 diabetes and advocating for Canadians with type 1

Cons

communication and collaboration within the foundation from the top down is lacking

Breakthrough T1D Response

Please note JDRF Canada is a separate entity from JDRF International. Our organizations are valued partners in the worldwide effort to turn Type 1 into Type None. Each international affiliate has its own structure and its own CEO.

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