I’m Walking to End Lupus. Join Me?
The reasons that inspired me to join the Walk for Lupus, to help in the fight and find a cure.
As I was watching a college webinar, I saw some difficulties various students had to overcome as well as desires some students had to want to help in their communities. I saw how they had the strength to keep fighting regardless of the situation. Whether it was to fight for someone in need, for someone they loved or to just fight for themselves. My heart was overwhelmed with sadness yet determination from seeing their drive and tenacity.
Having a close family member diagnosed with Lupus I wanted to help. To partake by supporting not only my family member, that I have to watch suffer almost every day, but to help all the amazing people suffering from this disease. To help bring awareness to people in my community. I set out to find a way to help support people with Lupus and, in my search, I came across the "Walk for Lupus" website. I was inspired, I felt I had a connection to the suffering. Not on the level people with Lupus have, but stress from being a relative of someone with Lupus. I knew this was something I had to do.
So, I decided to go to the "Walk for Lupus" website in the Austin Chapter, and start a team. I ask if you can, please help by donating, walking or just prayers to support this cause. Thank you!
Imagine a day when doctors can say, “There is a cure for lupus.” Until that day though, there is work to be done. That’s why I’m taking action in the fight against lupus. Join me as I participate in Lupus Foundation of America’s Walk to End Lupus Now™ in [city] to raise critical funds for the estimated 1.5 million people living with lupus in the United States.
Will you make a donation to help me reach my personal fundraising goal and support the Foundation's efforts to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus? A generous contribution of $25 or $55 can make a definite impact. What’s more, if your employer offers a Matching Gift Program to employees, you may be able to double your contribution with just a little bit of paperwork. Trust me, it’s worth the effort! Every single dollar counts.
Did you know?
- Lupus is a mysterious and misunderstood autoimmune disease. It strikes without warning, affects each person differently, and has no known causes or cure.
- Lupus symptoms can be severe and highly unpredictable and can damage any organ or tissue, from the skin or joints to the heart or kidneys.
- While lupus can strike anyone at any time, 90% of people living with lupus are women. Women of color are at especially high risk.
- Lupus is hard to diagnose, but the Lupus Foundation of America is working to make life easier and more comfortable for the estimated 1.5 million people living with lupus in the United States.
Together, we can solve the cruel mystery of lupus. Thank you for your generosity!
