Bruins 50/50 Benefits Fragile X Research

FRAXA volunteers sold 50/50 raffle tickets at the Bruins game, raising $28,040 with the Bruins Foundation, half to FRAXA, half to one lucky fan!

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Over $20,000 Raised For Fragile X Research at Callum Cup V

After a year off for COVID, the Callum Cup returned! Millburn FC’s marquee charity match honors Callum Murphy, son of goalkeeper Andrew.

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Fundraising Never Tasted So Good

Ice cream for a cause! Lancaster Sweet Shoppe donated proceeds to FRAXA, raising $15,205 in honor of JT. Sweet treats, sweeter impact.

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7th Annual 5K Walk for Fragile X in NH Raises Over $3200 For Fragile X Research

The 7th Annual 5K Walk for Fragile X in Derry, NH raised $3,200 for FRAXA. Thank you to everyone who made it a success!

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Raising Awareness and Funds for Fragile X Research at Barre3

“A fun and sweaty way to unite the community!” FRAXA thanks Katie Bolin and Barre3’s Katie Heaps for supporting Fragile X awareness.

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Sincere Gratitude for a Successful #GivingTuesday 2020

From the bottom of our hearts—thank you! With 150+ donors, FRAXA raised $70,047 on #GivingTuesday. Your support brings hope to Fragile X families.

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FRAXA Biotech Games™ 2020 Won by Ginkgo Bioworks

The FRAXA Biotech Games united the biotech community for fun, networking, and collaboration—raising funds for a great cause!

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Fragile X Community Launches #TealTakeover

From a few Zoom calls came an idea to celebrate Fragile X Awareness Day with three online events: the #TealTakeover!

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31 Nights of Light with FRAXA Research Foundation

The Boston Prudential Center featured FRAXA in its 31 Nights of Light, shining bright for Fragile X awareness this December!

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Boston Bruins Fans and Volunteers raise $18,500 for Fragile X Research

The Bruins Foundation selected FRAXA again for their 50/50 raffle, raising $37K during the Nov 23 game against the Minnesota Wild!

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Jim Cantore Assists on an Absolutely Successful #GivingTuesday

With Jim Cantore’s help and 130+ donors, FRAXA raised $95,500 on #GivingTuesday—funding two year-long Fragile X research grants!

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Genes & Gems Raises $56,000 for Fragile X Research!

Ohio families hosted the unforgettable Genes & Gems event on Nov 16, 2019 at the Renaissance Columbus Hotel to support FRAXA research.

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FRAXA Biotech Games, It Can Only Happen in an Open Community

The FRAXA Biotech Games lit up Cambridge Crossing with biotech teams uniting to raise funds and awareness for Fragile X research.

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22 Landmarks Lit up Teal for Fragile X Awareness Day

From one landmark to 20+! On July 22, bridges and buildings across the country lit up teal for Fragile X thanks to FRAXA volunteers.

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Callum Cup

$19,285 Raised for Fragile X Research at Callum Cup IV

Millburn FC’s 4th Annual Callum Cup raised funds for FRAXA, honoring Callum Murphy, son of goalkeeper Andrew, who has Fragile X.

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NH Fragile X Awareness Day Proclaimed at July Jam Fundraiser

The Fragile X July Jam in Derry, NH raised $6,000 for FRAXA! Gov. Sununu’s office also issued a proclamation for Fragile X awareness.

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Patricks PALS Team Gray Champs

Patrick’s PALS 23rd Annual Basketball Tournament Raises $140,000 for Fragile X Research

Patrick’s PALS expanded to 36 teams! The Gray Team topped past champs Kline—winning twice to become Patrick’s PALS XXIII Champions!

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FRAXA Biotech Games, the Beginning of Something Great

The first FRAXA Biotech Games united 42 Boston-area teams for friendly competition and fundraising to advance Fragile X research.

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One Person Can Make a Difference

Elle Skala launched a $10K birthday fundraiser for FRAXA, promising to shave her head if she reached her goal! What an inspiration!

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Kathan Pierce Honored as a New England Patriots Difference Maker

FRAXA Board Member Kathan Pierce was honored by the Patriots & Robert Kraft for her volunteerism. The team also awarded FRAXA a $5K grant!

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2018 Hope for the Holidays

Hope for the Holidays Gala Helps Advance Fragile X Research

The sold-out Hope for the Holidays Gala raised $100K for FRAXA! Huge thanks to the Pierces for their continued generosity and support.

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Boys Basketball Fundraiser Kicks Off The Season of Giving

60 players and families joined Newton’s 3rd Annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, a fun NAA event full of teamwork and community spirit.

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#GivingTuesday 2018 – Thanks to you!

You did it! The Fragile X community raised over $50K on #GivingTuesday—matched by our Board! Thank you for fueling our annual appeal.

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14th Annual Fragile X Poker Run Raises $12,135 for Fragile X Research!

A record year! The 14th Annual Fragile X Poker Run raised $12,135, highlighted by Mikey’s heartfelt birthday serenade to Amber.

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