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The Scheuermann’ s Disease Fund Holds Successful 12th Annual Fundraiser!
What a beautiful day! The Scheuermann’ s Disease Fund held its annual fall fundraiser at the Alpine Club in Bridgeville on Sunday, Oct. 15. The fun-filled event brought together more than 300 neighbors, family, and friends helping to raise record-breaking donations for the charity.
For just $ 20 per adult( kids 12 and under were free), attendees enjoyed an activity-filled afternoon including:
• Myrtle Beach Vacation Raffle, courtesy of Bellani Vacations
• Lunch buffet by JA Catering
• Cash bar with free water, coffee, and tea
• Live music by guitarist / vocalist Chris Phelps
• Caricature artist Jeff Harris
• Balloon fun with“ Silly Sisters”
• Face painting by Baldwin High School NAHS
• Kids Table offering games / prizes
• Tasting table, courtesy of Giant Oaks Winery
• Silent auction of sports memorabilia by 1st and Goal Sports
• BIG 50 / 50 auction
• Coen Markets community outreach
• Popular“ Wheelbarrow of Booze” raffle
• Scheuermann’ s Disease Fund display
• And a HUGE Chinese( ticket) auction— more than 85 donated baskets!
Founded in 2014, the Scheuermann’ s Disease Fund is a patient advocacy charity( 100 % volunteer) dedicated to supporting those affected by the disease. Located in Venetia, it is the only one in the world solely dedicated to helping Scheuermann’ s patients. disease / deformity that strikes kids in adolescence, causing a pronounced curvature that if left untreated, can lead to lifelong chronic pain and complications. Affecting 0.4 %– 8 % of people— second only to scoliosis— it’ s often overlooked and undiagnosed. That’ s where the Scheuermann’ s Disease Fund comes in!
The organization’ s mission? Raise awareness, advocate for early detection, and work with the medical community to advance research and better understand how Scheuermann’ s impacts quality of life in adults. The annual fall fundraiser is its signature event and principal source of donations each year, allowing for:
• Support Group Education— more than 1,400 global“ Care Packages”( pamphlets, wristbands, tees) mailed free worldwide to help with education.
• International Doctor Database— international referral database of experienced spinal care specialists.
• Patient Education— webinars, collaborating with other spine-based charities, data collection for use in research.
• Partnerships— teaming with local schools to help identify symptoms, and teaming with doctors, researchers, and corporations.
• Medical Advisory Board— spine surgeons with extensive experience in treating Scheuermann’ s patients.
Beyond the program support provided by the Scheuermann’ s Disease Fund’ s fall event, it’ s also about building bonds. The fundraiser fosters a sense of community and solidarity among patients, families, friends, and supporters. Many attendees come from across the country to connect with others who share similar experiences.
“ It’ s family,” said one mom.“ We’ re not alone anymore.”
Scheuermann’ s disease( aka Scheuermann’ s kyphosis) is a spinal
Scheuermann’ s disease is not well-known and is significantly underdiagnosed. Every dollar donated has a positive impact on patients!
Kudos to the amazing volunteers, sponsors, donors, and attendees for making the magic happen. The Scheuermann’ s Disease Fund’ s annual fundraiser is a well-loved, vibrant event combining community engagement, entertainment, and purpose.
Join the fight by visiting sdfund1. org, donating, and marking your calendar for the fall event next year. Together, we’ re educating others and lifting spirits— one fantastic fundraiser at a time!
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