Breakthrough T1D reviews

3.5

69% would recommend to a friend

(359 total reviews)
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Aaron J. Kowalski, Ph.D.

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61% positive business outlook

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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3.0
Mar 20, 2025
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Pros

As someone living with type 1 diabetes, I deeply resonate with the mission of Breakthrough T1D and the incredible work the organization does to support people impacted by this condition.

Cons

There have been significant challenges within the organization. Technology issues and top-down decision-making have created difficulties for local chapters, often preventing us from making informed decisions that are in the best interest of our region. The micromanagement has made it increasingly difficult to do what we do best: support the T1D community. While I understand the need for guidelines, the mandates and restrictions feel excessive and are causing unnecessary frustration. There is a growing concern that as these controlling measures continue, the organization could lose talented individuals who are dedicated to the cause, which ultimately would harm the very community we are working to support.

1.0
Jun 22, 2024
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Pros

JDRF has a superb mission to find a cure for type 1 diabetes. The volunteers are dedicated and passionate and want to support the organization to increase funding for critical research that will support those living with T1D, today, until the cure is found. There are some really great staff members who truly care about the mission and ALL of the volunteers and want to collaborate with their colleagues. Staff work very, very hard often giving up nights and weekends to meet volunteer needs

Cons

Only the right volunteers are valued Staff thoughts are not respected Work often not genuinely acknowledged Diversity efforts are not really supported HR is not there to support the staff; only the organization Focus on money, not people National leadership is working to consolidate more and more responsibility that once was held by local staff. While it is understandable in-light of a post pandemic world, many of these changes have negatively impacted the relationship between donors and staff. Further more, JDRF at the national level seems to be unaware or has no interest in hearing about or addressing numerous concerns at the local level - poor fund management, poor leadership, non-collaborative work environments, and un-supportive work environments. This is not true at all locations, but there are certainly several that fall in this category. If you are looking to work at JDRF - do your research and ask the tough questions about the culture and vision for your growth and development. If you find the right leaders and teammates, it can be a great experience. Staff work really hard, giving up nights and weekends.

1.0
Apr 21, 2024

Don't bother

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Pros

Great cause and impact. Much needed funding for research.

Cons

Hostile work environment from bottom to top. Absolutely toxic.

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