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For participating in 2025 Cleveland Marathon

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My Story…

This is my second year volunteering with the FMDSA and participating in the Cleveland Marathon. In 2024 I was diagnosed with FMD after suffering bilateral spontaneous vertebral artery dissections. It was a challenging time as many doctors were unaware and unsure of what to do to help me. I underwent a surgical procedure and developed a clot. I suffered from two mini strokes or TIAs last year on top of several other debilitating symptoms. 


This year I have come so far and am beyond excited to be able to participate as an athlete in the race this year. I am asking for donations to the FMDSA to help raise awareness and education about the disease. FMD has no cure and no specific treatment. There is little known in the medical community about FMD. 


Without the FMDSA I would have never made the connections I have with other patients or healthcare providers that have helped save my life. The FMDSAs goal is to raise awareness and education for patients, researchers, healthcare producers, and the community. Every donation makes an impact. 💙FMdStrong

Donate to help Kelly raise money for 2025 Cleveland Marathon’s fundraising campaign.


Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Jan 20 Lisa Yas queen! You’ve come so far and are such a badass. Keep killing it. $100.00
Jan 17 Allie Keep fighting Kelly! I’m so proud of you for not giving up and helping others who also fight FMD. Undisclosed amount
Jan 16 Auna You go girl!!! Keep fighting, and so happy you’re cleared to participate as an athlete this year! <3 Undisclosed amount
Jan 16 Shelley- Belly :) So happy you are cleared to do the 5k. #rockstaradvocate#conqueror! ❤️ $54.43
Jan 15 Kathleen Zaenger & Dennis Strasser We support Kelly in her journey with this serious health issue! $54.43
Jan 15 Anonymous Love you Kellz! More than all the things. Keep fighting! Undisclosed amount
Jan 15 Sarah I love you! Undisclosed amount
Jan 15 Anonymous Undisclosed amount