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| Holly Notarange's Fundraising Page |
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Total Donations: $500.00
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Goal: $3,600
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I am training for and will complete the 13.1-mile Las Vegas Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon on December 4th, to raise funds and awareness for research leading to improved treatment options and a cure for Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis.
As many of you know, I actually have Crohn's disease & was diagnosed at the age of 16. I have been dealing with the effects of it a lot lately and am currently in a 'flair up.' I am doing my best to keep it under control, but since there is no cure for the disease, it makes it even harder. There is only so much that certain medications can do for you, and some of the other medications that they have on the market to help with Crohn's disease have VERY scary side effects. I am under constant care by my gastroenterologist and have at least one doctor appointment each month to monitor my progress. The reason that I have decided to run in this race is because the Crohn's & Colitis foundation is VERY important to me. Hopefully as more people become aware of this disease, the more that we can get even more help in trying to find a CURE for it!
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are collectively known as inflammatory bowel diseases. Crohn's disease is a chronic (ongoing) disorder that causes inflammation of the digestive or gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Ulcerative colitis on the other hand, affects only the colon. The inflammation involves the entire rectum and extends up the colon in a continuous manner.
It is estimated that as many as 1.4 million Americans have IBD; however, many more suffer in silence due to potential embarrassment and alienation. Crohn's disease may occur in people of all ages, but it is primarily a disease of adolescents and young adults, affecting mainly those between 15 and 35. On average, people are diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in their mid-30s, although the disease can occur at any age.
As a member of Team Challenge, I have a coach, a training program, and teammates to support me. I have committed to a training schedule with additional trainings with my team on the weekends, and I’ve promised to raise $3,600 in donations to The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. I AM MOTIVATED! I AM COMMITTED!! I WILL DO IT!!! (Watch your mail for my post-event news update.)
I hope you agree with me about the importance of this cause. Please help support me by giving generously.
A minimum of 82 cents per dollar raised by CCFA goes directly to research and patient support, and your contribution is tax deductible. If your company matches charitable contributions, please include matching forms with your donation. Of course, your good wishes and positive vibes to sustain me in my training and your praise as I cross the finish line will also be graciously accepted.
THANK YOU SO MUCH to each & every one of you for helping me raise this money for such a wonderful cause!
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