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SJOGRENS SYNDROME FOUNDATION, INC.

Philadelphia Tri-State Walkabout Pennsylvania

Sandra Aiken's Fundraising Page

Dear Friends and Family:

Thank you for visiting my fundraising page:
 
Recently I was diagnosed with Sjögren’s (pronounced "SHOW-grins") Syndrome. Sjögren’s is a progressive autoimmune disease that most people have never heard of and therefore in much need of further research and awareness. With Sjögren’s Syndrome the body’s immune system wages war upon its moisture producing glands. It frequently leads to debilitating fatigue, joint pain, and other systemic ailments. Treatments exist to help cope with the symptoms, but presently there is no cure. 
 
On May 2nd I am participating in the Philadelphia Sjögren’s Walkabout. By participating in the walkabout, I hope to raise money so science can one day find a cure for me (and the millions of other people who live with this) and reverse the damage.
 
I understand that times are tough, but I was hoping that you could donate to my fundraising site. There is no minimum to donate online.   Think of it as buying me a drink or two :-)  Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts. If everyone donates even a nominal amount, I could raise a lot of money to help make a difference! .

I have a long time to live with this, so keep your fingers crossed that breakthroughs will be made. Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!
 
Love, Sandra
 
PS. For more information on Sjögren’s Syndrome you can visit: http://www.sjogrens.org/ Feel free to ask me any questions. I am an open book and want to raise awareness. 

Supporters

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Rhonda Rackers
Dinh Nguyen Huu Wish you the best
Nick Mascolo Better late than never! Glad the walk was a success!
Michael and Heidi Fimognari Good luck Sandra -
Bob Steinhagen Robert Steinhagen
Peter and Brenda Locke Go Sandra!
Ron and Karen Schreier Good luck and keep fighting!!
Pete Staman Way to Go Sandra! Stay Positive and good luck!
Kevin Simkins Good luck Sandra. Stay strong
Ken Rodgers
Kim Swensen Good luck Sandra!!!! I'm rooting for you!!!!
Dustin White God Bless and Best Wishes!
Chrissy Shaughnessy Good Luck Sandra!!
Ellen & Chris Barlow Good Luck Sandra!
Carra Joy You're on the road to healing :-)
George Lyon
Lorena Pannizzo
Pete Frank I wish you all the best Sandra; you deserve to live a long and healthy life...
The Markowitz Family
Kristine and Christopher Lowe
Jessica (Fayer) Rehmel
Steve McCarthy Good Luck Sandra
Christine Black-Reimel Good luck sandra!
Hal & Joan Lipman Good luck Sandra. Joan and I wish you the best.
Melissa Let's show this disease who's boss!
Hal Together WE will find a cure :)
Eternal Keep ya head up!
Paul B. "The best way out is always through."
Geoff
Maureen McKenna Good Luck, Sandra!!
Mike Meerovich
Kristen McNeill
Jeff I hope you're doing well Sandra.
Dave & Michelle Neupauer
Lisa Butler
Kris Murphy
Doris and Jerry
Andy Gross
Chris and Cindy Spear
Mary Ann and Jim McNeill We're thinking of you and wishing you lots of luck!
Rose Stelmach Sandra, keep thinking positive! Wishing you the best of health!
Glenn Fayer Sorry to hear about your condition, good luck!
James and Hannah McNeill
Emily Rozelle You are a beautiful, wonderful woman and friend, Sandra!
Dawn & Mike Ketcham Good Luck!
Kimberly Nevitt & James Pizzirusso (& Ellie!) You are in our thoughts - Good luck! Much love!!
Adam Zimmer Good Luck!!!
Amy Dougherty All My Love and Support
Matt Smith Good luck Sandra!
Jen Onopa I am sending you strength, serenity, and love!

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