2020 Fundraising Walks Are Going Virtual!
Fundraise, walk and unite with the scleroderma community in our shared goal - finding a cure for scleroderma. Our Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma walks are going virtual! All walks in IL, WI and IN are now taking place virtually on August 22, 2020.
Every summer our scleroderma community comes together to raise critical funds through our Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma walks. This year we maintain that commitment, with a slight change. To minimize the spread of COVID-19 and protect our scleroderma community, we have decided to transition all in-person walks planned for this year to an online experience.
We hope you will join us as a “virtual walker” on August 22. Whether walking in the park, down the street or on a treadmill, we can still show our support for scleroderma patients and have fun doing it! People living with scleroderma count on the Scleroderma Foundation to continue providing the support and education they need to cope with this life-threatening disease. They need the Foundation to continue funding innovative research to discover the cause and overcome scleroderma forever.
We need your help to continue this important work and find a cure. Join us! Although we won’t be together in person, we look forward to “walking” with you virtually this summer and working toward a cure! Thank you for all that you do!
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HOW TO PARTICIPATE 1) Register - Go online and register, just like you would for an in-person walk. You can register the whole family! $25 per person (kids 12 and younger are free)! 2) Fundraise - Just like before, you will receive a personal fundraising page where you can set a goal, share your story and track your progress. 3) Walk - Choose your own activity! On August 22, walk around your neighborhood, jog on your treadmill or go for a bike ride. It's up to you! 4) Share - Post a photo or video of you enjoying your walk on Facebook! Tag us @gcscleroderma and use hashtag #walkalonetogetherSF. |
Registration for all walks is now open!
Food Events
If you enjoy delicious food and drink, great silent auctions, even better company and a fantastic cause, Cooking Up A Cure, our celebrity chef fundraiser, is for you!
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This year, Cooking Up a Cure will be a fun, online experience! Stay tuned for more info including the date and time. Check out the website below for the latest information. |
Patient Education
Discussion for Caregivers and Family Members A Galaxy Not Far Away: Recent Advances in Managing Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Yoga for Scleroderma: Empower yourself to relieve symptoms and reduce stress |
Questions about scleroderma? We have answers! We are committed to providing patients with the knowledge they need to live better. For the latest information about upcoming educational webinars, videos and other resources, visit sclerodermaconference.org. For presentations and videos from past conferences, take a look at our SlideShare and YouTube sites.
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Hope Raisers
If you're interested in supporting the Scleroderma Foundation Greater Chicago Chapter and have a passion for creating your own fundraisers, why not start a Hope Raiser? If you'd like to add your own event to the list, please contact us.
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Jan's "Knock Out Scleroderma" - Chicago, IL
Knock Out Scleroderma is a fun and active fundraiser based in Chicago's South Loop. The day starts with a group cycling class, followed by finger food, drinks and a raffle at The Scout. Last year's Knock Out Scleroderma raised a record amount - more than $5,400 dollars!
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9th Annual "Tournament of Non-Champions" Golf Outing - Crystal Lake, IL
Held by the Ciszon family annually in memory of their mother Denise, this fun and casual event has long been a favorite of north suburban golfers.
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