My WHY
My nana, Macie Whaley Russell, was the most incredible grandmother. She, being the oldest girl of 12 children, spent her entire life caring for others. This was no different when I came to be.
Being the only grandchild came with great benefits. Nana and Papa would get on the floor with me and play scrabble. Nana would let me explore their farm which included talking her into climbing down rock formations and maybe a sink hole or two. She would let me make creations in the kitchen and was so patient teaching me how to crack an egg.
One day, though, she could no longer crack an egg. She started becoming forgetful or repeating stories we had heard before. She was diagnosed with Parkinson's and dementia. Nana became a great grandmother twice over before passing away in 2021 - just six weeks after welcoming her second great grandchild into this world. At that time, I knew I wanted to help others.
Since 2021, I have raised over $5,000 and served the Alzheimer's Association as a volunteer and committee member. Will you help me to continue to raise funds and bring awareness to this awful disease?
Thank you!
My Progress
Thank you for helping advance Alzheimer's support, care and research.
2136.64
I have raised
2500
My Goal
My Achievements
Self-Donor
Fundraiser
Top Team
Top Fundraiser
T-shirt
Champion
Grand Champion
Storyteller
Facebook Fundraiser
Mobile Master
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Walk Committee Member