My Personal Fundraising Page

On night of last October 24, I promised my wife, Rosie, whom I had been married to for over 39 years, that I would tell her grand children all about her and do everything I could to stop Creutzfeld Jacobs Disease, (CJD.)  She passed away a few hours later, the morning of the 25th at the young age of 59.

CJD not only took away the center of my universe, it took away the mother and best friend to our son, Stuart, and daughter, Kristina.  It took away my grandson Oscar’s, Mi-Ma and denied my grandson Louis, born three months ago, the chance to meet her. There were over 400 family members,  best friends, old friends, new friends, and co-workers who looked to Rosie for inspiration, style and humor that came to her memorial. She was the light that filled any room. And we’ve all suffered from her loss.

So, in keeping my promise, I am here to help raise money for the CJD Foundation to help promote awareness, research and advocacy for the funding necessary to beat the disease.

Please join my family and I, Saturday, October 5th, and walk for Rosie and all those affected by CJD.

Text to Give

To donate to my personal fundraising page, text STRIDES2024 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

  • Tim Schulze Architect, Inc September 2024 $350.00
  • Cynthia Andrews September 2024
  • Robert Walton September 2024 $250.00
  • Paul Ray August 2024
  • Jill & Massimo Gerosa August 2024 $53.00
  • Glenn Mouritzen May 2024 $1,000.00
  • Tim Schulze Architect, Inc September 2024 $350.00
  • Robert Walton September 2024 $250.00
  • Juan Ruiz ¡Te queremos mucho Tía! Con mucho amor, Familia Ruiz Helgerson June 2024 $250.00
  • Jill & Massimo Gerosa August 2024 $53.00

My Badges

  • Fundraising Achieved
    Fundraising Achieved

    Awarded when Anyone reaches 100 % of goal

    Awarded 05/29/2024

  • Team Fundraising Leader
    Team Fundraising Leader

    Awarded when a Team Member raises the most funds for their team

    Awarded 05/29/2024

  • Donation Goal Reached!
    Donation Goal Reached!

    Awarded when Anyone reaches 100 % of goal

    Awarded 05/29/2024

  • Profile Completed
    Profile Completed

    Awarded when Anyone completes their profile

    Awarded 06/14/2024

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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.