My Personal Fundraising Page

Garcia, Gunn, and Lange Legacy

Every step we take is in memory of those we've loved and lost to Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), and in support of the families who are facing it today.  Our team is walking in honor of my husband, Julio, and in honor of the many lives this disease has taken from our family, including his father, Jesus, his sister, Liz, and half-brother, Bert.  We also walk in memory of my dear friend Rosa's husband, Eric, and in support of Erin Lange, who is courageously facing CJD today.  Together we honor them by raising awareness, supporting families affected by CJD, and fundraising for research through the CJD Foundation.

 

Please consider donating to support the CJD Foundation.  Every contribution, no matter the amount, helps fund research, provide support for families, and raise awareness of this devastating disease.  

 

Thank you for supporting a cause that is so close to my heart.  Whether you register, walk in purple, make a donation, or simply share this page, your kindness and generosity truly make a difference.

Carmen

 

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.

The deadline for Sponsors' names (individuals) or logos (companies) to appear on participant t-shirts is Sunday, August 9th at 11:59pm Eastern time. Sponsorships made after the sponsorship deadline will have their name or logo* displayed on the Strides for CJD website only. 

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Please note, sponsorships/donations do not include registration; rather, sponsorships/donations and registration are separate transactions. To register*, please click here.

*Registration fees do not count toward the sponsorship and team fundraising deadline or the fundraising competition. They will not appear on the team or individual fundraising thermometers.

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My Supporters

  • Cindy Rivas If you knew Eric, you probably have a story, and it probably made you laugh. He was disciplined, funny Possessing  child like wonder . the heart of every holiday. Our bonus brother, an uncle, a dad, and a friend, a force to be reckoned with.We love and miss you ! We love you Rosa juju and Kiara - 6 days ago $250.00
  • Jae Lupo Erin you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.  1 week ago $106.00
  • Edgar Gomez Miss you Brother! 1 week ago $50.00
  • Teresa Aragon Carmen, I will be there with you in prayer to support your efforts on Saturday! You all are doing a wonderful thing and I will be remembering Julio Liz and each of the other family members who are no longer with us because of this horrible disease. You’ve got this!!   1 week ago $100.00
  • Margot Foster We’ve got your back Carmen.  1 week ago $100.00
  • Carmen Garcia August 2026 $500.00
  • Cindy Rivas If you knew Eric, you probably have a story, and it probably made you laugh. He was disciplined, funny Possessing  child like wonder . the heart of every holiday. Our bonus brother, an uncle, a dad, and a friend, a force to be reckoned with.We love and miss you ! We love you Rosa juju and Kiara - 6 days ago $250.00
  • Lauren Kobe Last month $250.00
  • Caroline Barooshian Last month $250.00
  • Suvarna Hosangadi 3 weeks ago $200.00

My Badges

  • Team Fundraising Leader
    Team Fundraising Leader

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

    Awarded 08/04/2026

  • Fundraising Achieved
    Fundraising Achieved

    Awarded when Anyone reaches 100 % of goal

    Awarded 08/07/2026

  • Donation Goal Reached!
    Donation Goal Reached!

    Awarded when Anyone reaches 100 % of goal

    Awarded 08/07/2026

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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.