Stacey (Smith) Bouse lived a life filled with love, dedication, generosity, and service. Just 84 days after the first supicious symptoms appeared, Stacey died on January 1, 2025 from CJD—a rapid degenerative brain disease with no current treatment or cure. She was just 45 years old. 

Please join us in raising money to find a cure for the disease that took her too soon. 

There are so many things you should know about Stacey. She was a dedicated runner, completing her fifth marathon just weeks before the symptoms of CJD began. She was a math whiz and completed her certification to be a financial planner just days before her symptoms began. 

Above all, being a mom was her greatest joy. Stacey's commitment to her community was inspiring. She faithfully served at the local soup kitchen and YWCA, was deeply involved in fundraising efforts for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, and served on the school PTO board. 

By contributing to our fundraising efforts, you're making a direct impact on research, advocacy, and family support. The CJD Foundation is highly rated charity and $0.88 of every dollar goes directly to the mission. The annual Strides for CJD event is the major funding source for the Foundation and is growing in impact every year. 

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.