On April 8, our fabulous friends of FRAXA in Ohio put on a great show as they held their Genes and Gems fundraiser in Columbus. Over 300 families, friends and supporters of Fragile X research attended. The event included an inspiring presentation by Fragile X physician and researcher, Dr. Craig Erickson, from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.
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Genes & Gems Raises $56,000 for Fragile X Research!
On November 16, 2019, our amazing Ohio families held an unforgettable Genes & Gems event to support FRAXA Research Foundation. This year, at the Renaissance Columbus Hotel, families and friends gathered to support Fragile X research. The evening included presentation Dr. Craig Erickson from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.
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Hold your own event to raise funds and awareness for Fragile X. It’s easy if you start close to home. Raise money in honor of someone you love, ask friends and family to help, do something that makes you feel great! You could also contact your local media and see if they will feature your event and your story.
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Who runs FRAXA fundraisers? Parents who want a Fragile X cure for their children. Grandparents, brothers, sisters, aunts and uncles, and friends who want a Fragile X cure. We are truly grateful to all the volunteers who run FRAXA fundraisers. Please join us at an event and feel the magic. Or, run your own event. Help get closer to the cure!
Read moreFragile X Syndrome Research & Treatment • FRAXA Research Foundation – Finding a Cure for Fragile X
FRAXA Research Foundation’s mission is to find effective treatments and ultimately a cure for Fragile X syndrome. Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited cause of autism and intellectual disabilities. We directly fund research grants and fellowships at top universities around the world. We partner with biomedical and pharmaceutical companies, large and small, to bridge the gap between research discoveries and actual treatments.
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