ABOUT CELLMATES ON THE RUN
Cellmates on the Run is a running team that brings individuals together to achieve a common goal: cure diabetes. When you join the official running team of the Chicago Diabetes Project, you will be raising money to advance diabetes research focused on a functional cure through islet cell transplants. Together, every mile brings us closer to a functional cure for diabetes. Will you choose to challenge yourself and help outrun diabetes? Please join us. With your help, we will be 26.2 miles closer to a cure.
JOIN OUR TEAM
Running a marathon—whether it’s your first or your fiftieth—takes on a deeper meaning when you run for a cause. As part of Team Cellmates on the Run, you’ll receive the tools and support to train at your best, fundraise with confidence, and connect with patients whose lives have been impacted by the dollars you raise. Imagine crossing the finish line knowing your miles made a difference—not just for one person living with diabetes, but for their entire community of family and friends. Make this the year you choose to OUTRUN DIABETES.
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of those affected by Type 1 diabetes? Introducing Cure Type One Your Way—a fundraising initiative that puts the power in your hands.
Whether you’re a runner, a baker, a gamer, or a creative spirit, you can turn your passion into purpose. Host a bake sale, run a marathon, organize a trivia night, or come up with your own unique way to support groundbreaking research and help us bring hope to millions living with Type 1 diabetes.
The Broad family of Beverly made a memorable showing at the Chicago Marathon on October 10. Joe Broad (bib #15649) completed his eighth marathon, finishing the 26.2-mile race in 5:11:41—just one second ahead of his son, Sam, who finished in 5:11:42. Joe’s daughter, Allison, also ran an impressive race, crossing the finish line in 3:45:42.
Joe Broad, who lived with diabetes and was diagnosed with colon cancer in August 2020, committed to training for the 2021 Chicago Marathon as part of his recovery journey. Through his run, he raised funds in support of the Chicago Diabetes Project. Joe passed away on September 19, 2023, but his strength, determination, and generosity will always have a place in our hearts
Photo courtesy of Heidi Zimmerman-Broad. Article and photo from The Beverly Review.