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“It really just comes down to being bold enough and having the confidence and the courage in yourself to take that first step.” With the publishing of an article in The Red & Black Publishing Co. that recaps the fundraiser, I wanted to take a quick moment to express gratitude for an incredible opportunity that I have been fortunate to lead, and to talk about how I believe that anyone can do something similar. Since my dad’s Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis in 2019, I have wanted to make a difference in PD research and awareness. While I have been incredibly fortunate to research Parkinson’s Disease in the UGA Kanthasamy Lab, I wanted to spread awareness further than my circle. In the summer of 2023, I got the exciting idea to partner with the Parkinson's Foundation to start the Going the Distance for PD fundraiser – running an ultramarathon to raise awareness and funds for PD. When the idea came to me, I was excited but also very intimidated – I felt the weight of the work ahead of me. An excerpt from My PD Story explains the emotions at this moment: “Honestly, this was a convicting moment. I knew I had a valid idea, but the process would inevitably require putting immense pressure on myself — to complete such a challenging event with so many eyes on me was terrifying. It was at this moment, however, that the strength of my parents was exactly the beacon I needed it to be. I can do it. I must do it.” Since then, the fundraiser has achieved far beyond what I ever could have imagined. With $23,180 currently raised, the fundraiser has more than doubled our original goal of $10,000, and that is absolutely a reflection of the generosity within my incredible community. To every single one of the supporters that helped us reach this point, thank you. Whether your support was donating, sharing articles, or contacting my family and me with words of encouragement, I cannot overexpress my appreciation. While I would love to claim that I am some fundraising expert, I would be doing a disservice to anyone who sees this and wants to do something similar – this endeavor was a huge leap of faith. If I can express one sentiment to anyone considering doing something similar, it’s to take that first step. Whether it’s one email or phone call, use what you have around you to make a difference. This fundraiser started with a single email to the PD foundation, and their guidance led me in an area I knew very little about. I truly believe that everyone can do the same in their own great way, and I encourage you to take that first step. A huge thank you goes to Nicole Lopez, Calle Wallace, M.S., Jeff Cashman, Athletic Greens, and Righteous BBQ whose contributions helped this fundraiser reach as many people as possible. https://lnkd.in/enpC3V37 https://lnkd.in/ebRBwbEn https://lnkd.in/eSBZxHfa https://lnkd.in/eHPaGXe5 https://lnkd.in/eGb_pJMp

❤️ Gratitude Thursday ❤️ Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with incredible organisations, witnessing the power of innovation and collaboration firsthand. But what truly fills me with pride is seeing talented individuals drive tangible results for clients, making a real difference in the world. One passion close to my heart is supporting the success of charities, and this is a story that I wanted to share with you. 🔍 Problem: Cancer Research UK faced a challenge despite a branding refresh—donations through their website were dropping significantly. 💡 Solution: Led by the incredible Damian Proctor, by leveraging CRO and A/B Split Testing, the team honed in on the donation process. Applying Anchoring principles, we identified tweaks to donation amounts that would influence donors to donate more per visit to the website. 📈 Results: The impact was remarkable. Monthly donation amounts surged by an incredible amount, showcasing the power of strategic optimisation in driving meaningful outcomes. ✨ Conclusion: This story maybe from a few years ago, but shows you can make a small change and see a big impact. #CaseStudy #Optimisation #Impact #CharitySuccess #CancerResearchUK #SmallChangesBigImpact #CRO #UX

Here is the secret to wealth! Research shows that charitable giving boosts happiness and increases productivity and earning potential. Congratulations and thank you to all who have registered on KapFou as a donor(angel) recently. Your support means a lot to us. Here is proof the charitable giving increases your wealth: A study published in the Journal of Economic Psychology found that charitable giving is positively correlated with wealth, and that giving can even lead to increased wealth — (Brown & Taylor, 2015) The Science of Generosity: Research by the University of Notre Dame's Science of Generosity initiative found that generosity can lead to increased well-being, which in turn can lead to increased wealth — (University of Notre Dame) Giving and Happiness: Another study published in the Journal of Happiness Studies found that giving to charity increases happiness, which can lead to increased productivity and earning potential — (Dunn et al., 2008) Join us in making a meaningful impact this Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Partner with KapFou as a donor/angel. Follow KapFou

It’s Friday, which means that it’s pay day (at least for some of you)! Can you spare even $5 to support my Walk to End Alzheimer’s fundraiser this year?   https://lnkd.in/gTAjucTt  Held annually in over 600 communities across the country, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness & funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, & research.  The Alzheimer’s Association is one of the largest private, non-profit funders of Alzheimer’s research in the world. They invest in research aimed at understanding the disease, finding treatments & ultimately, a cure. The organization funds clinical studies, supports international collaborations & provides resources to scientists to advance Alzheimer’s research. #Alzheimers #AlzheimersAwareness #dementiaawareness #EndAlzheimers #ENDALZ #walktoendalzheimers #walktoendalz #alzheimersassociation #alzheimerssupport #DementiaCare #dementiasupport #AlzheimersResearch 

Many of you know I work for NMDP—formerly known as Be The Match—and we save lives through cell therapy. I'm fundraising this year because securing funds that help patients and donors go through this process of SAVING LIVES is more important than ever. I'm asking for your HELP to meet my goal of $1,500. https://lnkd.in/gVcNPZ8F I get to do Leadership Development and Coaching internally for folks doing the front-line work with our care teams, donors, and patients. For EVERY DONATION made via my #FacebookFundraiser page by JULY 1st, you'll be entered to receive a series of 3 Coaching Sessions with me. I know you might not need an incentive to donate, but I wanted to thank you because you have choices for supporting causes. NMDP is really important to me, and having you support me means a lot. ** The winner can also gift these sessions on their behalf. https://lnkd.in/gVcNPZ8F I've been using some really cool frameworks around ----- > > Designing Your Life (DYL), > > Emotional Intelligence (EQ), and > > Retirement Reset (I know, we're not old enough to think about that yet - but rest assured, the tools have us working to design the next chapter beyond the 9-5 grind). Thanks for considering helping me out and saving lives in the process. If you would also consider sharing this with your network, I'd be grateful! Your support and help means a lot here. #Fundraising #SavingLives

HOW TO OBSERVE WORLD ALZHEIMER'S MONTH 💜Get involved -- Many Alzheimer's organizations offer toolkits with which you can help spread the word. For example, you can print and distribute material. 💜Make a donation -- There are several ways to contribute to Alzheimer's groups. You can donate monthly, or you can give a one-time gift in the name of someone you love with a so-called "tribute" donation. 💜Volunteer at an Alzheimer's event -- Consider participating in an Alzheimer's "awareness walk." Perhaps you could volunteer to take part in a clinical trial. Find your local Alzheimer's chapter and see what you can do.

***Head of Philanthropy - Australia wide, home based*** What is Epidermolysis Bullosa? Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) attacks the body’s largest organ — skin — and not just the skin we see but also the connective tissue and organs inside of us. It results in wounds that never heal, disfigurement, blisters, bleeding, and ever-present pain. It is lethal for many. If that sounds awful, imagine how it feels to the children born with it. EB Research Partnership Australia have a plan to defeat EB. It’s a plan that not only promises to change the lives of families fighting this disease but also to change the way rare disease treatments are found. Founded by a dedicated group of parents along with Jill and Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam), EB Research Partnership is the largest non-profit in the world dedicated to funding research to treat and cure Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), a group of devastating and life-threatening genetic skin disorders that affect children from birth. The biggest obstacle to curing EB isn’t science - it’s funding, and this is your chance to be part of this impactful organisation, leading on fundraising for EB Research Partnership Australia. I could not be prouder to partner with this wonderful organisation; their work is incredible, and their mission is critical. We are looking for a passionate, dynamic, and entrepreneurial fundraiser with a background in building and driving philanthropy programs. You will work autonomously, with the support of the Australian board to establish fundraising across Australia with a focus on building relationships with high value donors. Are you a philanthropy professional looking for a unique opportunity to take the lead on developing and executing a fundraising strategy? Do you have a proven background in identifying and stewarding high value donors? Do you want to join an organisation with a crystal-clear mission!? Join EB Research Partnership Australia and raise funds that will treat and cure Epidermolysis Bullosa. Please do share across your networks and reach out if you would like to learn more about this brilliant opportunity. #Fundraising #Impact #EpidermolysisBullosa #ImpactAdvising

HOW TO OBSERVE WORLD ALZHEIMER'S MONTH 💜Get involved -- Many Alzheimer's organizations offer toolkits with which you can help spread the word. For example, you can print and distribute material. 💜Make a donation -- There are several ways to contribute to Alzheimer's groups. You can donate monthly, or you can give a one-time gift in the name of someone you love with a so-called "tribute" donation. 💜Volunteer at an Alzheimer's event -- Consider participating in an Alzheimer's "awareness walk." Perhaps you could volunteer to take part in a clinical trial. Find your local Alzheimer's chapter and see what you can do.

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Every day we receive messages of thanks from those we have supported. Those who had nowhere else to turn. Families who were feeling overwhelmed and worried about their child's diagnosis of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). With the information and resources that we provided them with and with 1:1 support from our volunteers and access to a peer-to-peer support network, they were given the information and strength they needed to carry on. Many of our resources are recognised as being world-leading resources being translated and used all around the globe. Our awareness initiatives are leading the way in making a real difference to improving earlier diagnosis and helping those with JIA feel less alone. Our own research has been published in scientific journals, presented at international conferences and we have worked with countless other research teams on collaborative projects. All of this has been achieved by our amazing volunteer team in the 6 years since Juvenile Arthritis Research began. But... Our small team of volunteers are so busy doing all these vital areas of work that despite the difference we are making, finding the funding to do all that we do remains our biggest challenge. We currently have an urgent need for funding for a new resource that will save lives. Doctors, medical professionals, volunteers, parents and patients have given their time to create this essential new resource. We now urgently need the funds to get it printed and distributed to reach where it is most needed to make a difference. If you can help introduce us to any funding opportunities such as corporate sponsors or wish to make a donation specifically to make this resource a reality, please get in touch by emailing kipo@jarproject.org #JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #JuvenileArthritisResearch #Kipo #Arthritis #ChildhoodArthritis #ChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDisease #JARProject #JIAWarrior #ArthritisAwareness #charity #CharitableCause #NonProfit #Donate #Support #causes #fundraising #philanthropy #KidsWithArthritis #KidsGetArthritisToo #DontBeAloneWithJIA #InstaCharity #RaiseAwareness #ThinkJIA #AwarenessIsEverything