Dear Family and Friends,
I am reaching out to share something close to my heart. This year, I have created a team in honor of my father, Jerry Yaffa, for the Strides for CJD fundraising event in Morris County, New Jersey.
As many of you know, my father battled Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), a rare and devastating neurodegenerative disorder with no known cure or treatment. He passed away 22 years ago, and though time has passed, the pain of his loss and the mission to fight this disease remain ever-present.
The CJD Foundation, a dedicated non-profit organization, is crucial in the fight against this disease. They work tirelessly to spread awareness, support families, fund research, and strive for a cure. When my father was diagnosed, our family faced immense uncertainty and distress. The foundation was there to support us through those dark times, and their efforts have brought significant progress in understanding and diagnosing CJD.
Thanks to the foundation’s work and powerful advocacy efforts, including the support of Akin Gump and bipartisan Congressional champions, we’ve seen promising advancements. The CDC and NIH have increased funding, and November 12th has been designated as International CJD Awareness Day. These milestones are a testament to the impact of our collective efforts.
I invite you to support this cause in one of the following ways:
- Join my team and help us fundraise
- Join my team as a non-fundraising participant
- Donate to our team
Here is my fundraising page: Support Jerry Yaffa’s Team
Your support will not only help us honor my father’s memory but also contribute to the foundation’s vital work. Every donation and participant helps move us closer to a world where CJD no longer devastates families.
Please feel free to reach out to me at syaffa@xtechs.com if you have any questions or need more information.
