My Personal Fundraising Page

Why I Stride

I stride in memory of my hero, inspiration, and Dad, Leonard Rich. 

In May 2017, Leonard was diagnosed with CJD after months of symptoms and misdiagnoses. And, after an unusually slow progression, he passed away on October 8, 2017. 

Leonard was an outspoken but kind-hearted man who cared dearly for his family and friends. He raised three wonderful children with his wife, Julie, while serving his country in the Coast Guard for 28 years. 

I stride to raise awareness about CJD and to support the work of the CJD Foundation.

CJD is a rapidly progressive neurodegenerative disease with no treatment or cure. While it is considered a rare condition, we actually aren't sure how prevalent it is because reporting is not required and many go undiagnosed before passing away. The CJD Foundation funds CJD research to work towards finding the cause and possibly treatments or a cure. 

The CJD Foundation also provides support for the families of loved ones with CJD. They have ample resources for educational information, doctors, and support groups. One thing that I've appreciated the most is the family meetings that include a presentation by one of the researchers. 

Thanks for reading! I hope you'll join me in supporting the CJD Foundation!

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To donate to my personal fundraising page, text STRIDES2023 to 50155

About Fundraising

Donations of $250 and above are considered sponsorships.

Sponsorship Levels:

  • Premier: $20,000
  • Diamond: $10,000
  • Platinum: $5,000
  • Gold: $1,000
  • Silver: $500
  • Bronze: $250

Premier, Diamond, and Platinum Sponsors will have their name or logo displayed on participant t-shirts, the Strides for CJD website, and signage. Gold Sponsors will have their name or logo displayed on the Strides for CJD website, and will have their name (not their logo) listed on participant T-shirts and signage. Silver and Bronze Sponsors will have their name listed on the Strides for CJD website only.

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My Supporters

  • Anonymous October 2023
  • Tillamook Matching Donation October 2023
  • Criter September 2023
  • JULIA RICH August 2023
  • Lindee Howe August 2023 $100.00
  • Ruth Auerbach Thank you for all you do for this organization. Glad to be able to help a little. August 2023 $106.00
  • Lindee Howe August 2023 $100.00
  • Shelby Sminkey August 2023 $53.00
  • Anonymous August 2023 $53.00

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About Strides for CJD

Strides for CJD is an annual walk/run to raise awareness of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), a rare neurodegenerative disease that has no treatment or cure. Through this event, anyone -- anywhere -- can pay tribute to their loved ones and raise funds for the CJD Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization.

Funds raised support our programs including:

  • Our 24/7 helpline, support groups, conference, and other family programs throughout the year.
  • Research grants to help scientists make important discoveries and bring us closer to a cure.
  • Medical education to help raise awareness and understanding of prion disease.