My Story…
In 2021, at the age of 15, my son Karl was diagnosed with Epilepsy. What seemed like an out of no where diagnosis started us on our Epilepsy journey. At an age when he should be spreading his wings and gaining independence, I watched as his world became smaller and smaller with every seizure. The hardest part for me was not having the answers or being able to fix it.
Through the resources provided by the Epilepsy Foundation we have been given information to better understand the disorder, connected with doctors, received help navigating school, found support so we didn't feel so alone navigating this new life.
I am happy to say Karl has been seizure free for over 2 years.
Please consider supporting my run. Even the smallest donation ensures these necessary resources are available for every newly diagnosed individual and family
Thank you
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Your gift to the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota today provides:
- Education on research-based strategies to manage epilepsy for Minnesotans living with epilepsy
- Supported access to healthcare and treatments
- Personalized support navigating barriers to employment, education, and basic living needs
- Social programs that build meaningful connections, including social events, youth programs, and peer-based Connect Groups
- Seizure recognition and response training for 10,000+ individuals working and living in Minnesota annually
Together, we are making sure no one in Minnesota faces epilepsy alone.
💜 THE IMPACT OF YOUR GIFT 💜
$10 provides Seizure Smart Training to one individual, increasing their ability to recognize and respond to seizures.
$25 supports an adult with epilepsy's independence by providing guidance on safe transportation options and the steps required to earn back their driver’s license after a breakthrough seizure.
$50 welcomes new youth into our Shining Stars program, building confidence and letting them know they are not alone.
$100 equips nurses, teachers, and administrators at one Minnesota school with the skills to support students with epilepsy and effectively recognize and respond to seizures.
$250 supports in-person Connect Groups, creating welcoming spaces for Minnesotans impacted by epilepsy
$500 helps ensure campers at our Day Camp and Family Camp have nutritious meals, snacks, supplies, and plenty of hydration, so they can focus on trying new things and meeting new friends.
$1,000 supports one individual with a full year of personalized education and ongoing assistance to help them manage their epilepsy, access essential resources, and overcome barriers to education and employment.
Recent donors
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| Sep 01 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 27 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 27 | Erin Rapallini | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 27 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 23 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 22 | Sara Kunau | $53.00 |
| Aug 22 | Amy Knaus | $26.50 |
| Aug 22 | Anonymous | $53.00 |
| Aug 22 | Heidi | $53.00 |
| Aug 22 | Carly and Jeni Shoemate | $106.00 |