Event Details
Date: Sunday, October 6
Location: St James Farm - Special Use Entrance
27W400 Hoy Ave., Warrenville, IL 60555
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) is a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disorder that affects individuals and their families in profound ways. By walking together, we aim to raise awareness and funds for research towards treatments and ultimately a cure.
The CJD Foundation provides crucial resources, guidance, and a community of understanding to those facing this challenging diagnosis. They tirelessly work to advance research, improve diagnostic tools, and offer compassionate care initiatives.
This August will mark the 8th anniversary of Kay's passing. We look forward to gathering on October 6th to honor her memory. Thanks for all your continued support and hope to see you on October 6th.
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.
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.
