My team
My Story…
Doing it for the KIDS!
I'm running my first 1/2 marathon to raise funds and awareness about Juvenile Arthritis. I've supported Cassie and Friends for several years and have a special connection to both the organization and the kids they help.
I was an active kid and loved playing tennis but, it hurt. My wrists and elbows would swell, and I'd have to stop playing. Something wasn't right! My mom took me to a specialist where I was diagnosed with JA. I was lucky that it wasn't worse and back in the day there wasn't a resource like Cassie and Friends that my mom could use to support me.
I invite you to join me in supporting a pain-free future for kids!
Thank you,
Jenn
Description
This year, I will be running in support of kids and families affected by juvenile arthritis (JA) and other rheumatic diseases with Cassie + Friends Society. Cassie + Friends is a national charity focused 100% on kids and families impacted by juvenile arthritis and other rheumatic diseases. Cassie + Friends provides much needed education, awareness, support programs, advocacy and research to families across Canada.
What is JA?
JA is an incurable autoimmune disease in kids that attacks healthy joints and steals childhoods. It’s just as common as Juvenile Diabetes (every 3 in 1000 kids) and yet receives a fraction of the research, awareness and support. Kids with JA live with pain, fatigue and fevers, and many require aggressive medications like chemotherapy.
In 2023, Cassie + Friends is raising money for:
- Providing parents with access to a private Online Support Network
- Supporting families with emergency funds and medical equipment
- Helping fund Monthly Expert-Led educational webinars
- Connecting youth with trained peer mentors
- Fueling critical Advocacy + research into safer Treatments and a cure.
Thank you for your support towards a pain-free future for kids and families affected by juvenile arthritis and other rheumatic diseases!
#TeamCassieAndFriends #JAWontStopMe
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 01 | Brandi | $54.31 |
| Jun 01 | Anonymous | $107.72 |
| Jun 01 | Sanjana Vasisht | $54.31 |
| Jun 01 | Ben Collins | $54.31 |
| Jun 01 | Shivauna Esplen | $107.72 |
| Jun 01 | Jeff | $250.00 |
| Jun 01 | Tamara Beaton | $27.60 |
| May 31 | Jill Belluomini | $27.60 |
| May 31 | Glynis | $27.60 |
| May 31 | Wendy Lee | $54.31 |
