I am doing a DIY fundraiser with the intention of raising money for the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America.

My mom, Shana Stern, has been living with & battling MS since 1999.  Over the years I’ve seen her struggle with severe fatigue, brain-fog, nerve pain, numbness & vision issues.   Many people don’t realize just how unpredictable this disease is day-to-day.   They also don’t realize how having an “invisible illness” the way my mom’s is - can impact how people react to her disease.  More often than not, people don’t believe she has the problems she has.  As her main care-giver since I was 12, I know how frustrating & painful this can be for my mom. Just because she “looks fine”, doesn’t mean she is.

By doing this Run for MS fundraiser, I hope to help bring awareness to this issue. 

MSAA does so much for  individuals with MS, their families & their care partners each year by providing a wide selection of services like MRI funding, equipment distribution, a helpline, The Motivatoe Magazine, apps & educational programs and activities.  They also run an amazing Artists with MS page each year, featuring the art of individuals with MS - a program my mom has had the honor of being a part of since 2013.  

I hope you will consider contributing to my fundraising goal and help improve lives today!  All money goes directly to MSAA & is tax deductible. I will be running for one minute for each dollar donated.   Even a five dollar donation can make a difference!! 

“When my legs can’t run any further, I will run with my heart!”