You may know that my Father, Stuart, and his brother Don  (my uncle) both had Parkinson's. I am proud to say my father was instrumental in helping create the PFWPA, ending the "Pittsburgh chapter of the National Parkinson's Foundation".
Dad and the other Board members saw the need for an independent nonprofit ensuring that all money raised stays in Southwestern PA.

There are possibly 18,000 people impacted by Parkinson's Disease in Western Pennsylvania.  Your kindness in donating is greatly appreciated. All funds stay local and help maintain a variety of programs, offered in person and virtually, including support groups, exercise, education, and resource connections; we're also starting to organize and advocate for HB-1135 and SB-1185, along with requesting  NIH funding.

Every donation—big or small—helps me reach my fundraising goal and directly impacts this important cause.

Here's how you can help:

• Donate: Contribute whatever you can. No amount is too small!
• Spread the Word: Share my fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let’s spread awareness so we can raise more!

Thank you for standing by me in this effort. Your support means the world to me!
It honors these two men and their journey with Parkinson's, as well as our family alongside them.

PFWPA has proudly been serving the local Parkinson’s community for over 30 years. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. This region is considered a Parkinson’s “hot spot” due to demographics as well as environmental issues related to manufacturing, mining and agriculture. PFWPA has been an essential resource for support services, activity programs and education for individuals experiencing Parkinson’s, their care partners, and health professionals since 1995, serving 22 counties in western and central Pennsylvania. 

There is currently no cure for Parkinson’s. Until a cure is found, we will be here to help support those with PD regain confidence, have access to valuable resources and programming, and be welcomed into our community. Our goal is to make everyone impacted by this disease feel supported and heard. We can’t do it without your help! PFWPA does not receive government assistance. Every dollar raised stays in our local community.

Step Forward and help me raise funds so PFWPA can continue to offer valuable programming, events, webinars, and resources for the local Parkinson’s community.