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         You Donate…We Match!

 Sponsored by Rick Crozier


   

Our son Aidan was born a perfectly healthy 8 lb. 8 oz. boy on October 3, 2005. On August 10, 2006, he was accidentally left sleeping in a car, and suffered global brain damage as a result. As with all brain injuries, there is no cure for his condition. We were initially told that his brain might be able to overcome the deficits caused by the injury, and he might be able to regain normal function. This has not proven to be the case. Aidan is now four years old and he is unable to sit unsupported, stand or walk. He has made improvement, especially in his verbal skills, but he has a long way to go.

In addition to traditional therapies, we have explored many alternative treatments and therapies, and we feel that we must continue to try as many of these treatments and therapies as possible, to give Aidan the best chance to recover normal function. Thanks to the generous support of family, friends and our community, we have been able to try some alternative treatments and therapies that are not covered by insurance, and hope to be able to continue. More information on Aidan and his treatments can be found at www.aidansanswer.org.

Despite his many limitations, Aidan is a happy and social little boy, who charms everyone with his beautiful smile and sweet personality. With the help of others, we hope that he will be able to reach his full potential, and we thank you for your support.

Matthew James is a loving 4 year old boy. He lives in Portland, Oregon and his maternal grandparents live in Louisiana which he frequently visits.  He was born with a genetic defect in his dystrophin gene, which results in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.   Without  functioning dystrophin, muscles progressively fail.  Duchene affects 1 in 3,500 boys, approximately 20,000 in the US.  Boys with Duchenne are in a wheelchair by age 12 and most live only into their 20s.

His family is fighting to delay the progress of his muscle loss.  They founded “RaceMD” with a mission of delivering intermediate therapies (medicine) to Duchenne boys to reduce muscle cell loss and prolong their lives until more permanent solutions are found.  Already compounds have been identified which improve muscle cell strength and reduce inflammation.  RaceMD has the privilege of working with great muscle doctors who have a new technology to test living DMD boy tissue outside of the body, obviating the need for years of trials.  RaceMD wants to accelerate the development of medicine now. That will bring information, hope and medicine to DMD boys and parents.

The world’s strongest athletes helping the weakest of all boys is a profound example of caring and powerful symbolism of human potential.  Few if any participants have a DMD child. Yet if medicine is developed to prolong and improve these lives, thousands of young boys will gain a chance at survival and a better life.  You can visit the RaceMD website at www.racemd.com.   Matthew is our ironman.  His race and those of other DMD boys is on 24/7.  You inspire them.

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“My name is Rick Crozier and I will be racing on April 18th in the New Orleans Iron Man.  The race is 70.3 miles which will include swimming, biking and running.  Training for a race like this is not easy but having these two kids as my inspiration makes it a LOT easier.  I have had the pleasure of working with both these kids at the playground and have seen the true spirit of a champion in each of them.  For every dollar donated myself and the bank will match 50% (up to $150)!  All proceeds will go back to the Aidan and Matthew's funds or a charity of your choice (please note charity on pledge line below).

Donation (Per Mile or in total)    Name                                  Contact Information                 Charity (Aidan, Matthew or Charity of your Choice)

Your Name:
Mailing Address:
City:
State: Zip Code:
Phone:
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Donee:
Aidan   Matthew   Both
Pledge Amount:

$ per mile (70 miles)

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Thanks for your Support

Aidan, Matthew, and Rick

THANKS