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Dear John,

We’re so moved by your Giving Tuesday donations so far! And we’re excited to see how your support multiplies through the rest of the day: thanks to a generous gift from the late Jeanne Olliver, all donations are eligible for a match for twice the impact!

Please help us have the most successful Giving Tuesday ever by making your donation now.

In case you haven’t seen it, I’m re-sharing Kristine’s message from earlier today about the role that courage, energy and strength have played in helping her family redefine Parkinson’s. It’s a meaningful reminder of how you are empowering people with Parkinson’s to enjoy life on their own terms.

Sincerely,

Katie Rock

Director, Philanthropy

Parkinson Canada

Dear John,

My name is Kristine, and I’m Kathleen’s sister – you heard from her earlier this morning. Before I share more of our family’s story with you, I wanted to remind you that in honour of Giving Tuesday, all donations to Parkinson Canada will have DOUBLE the impact thanks to a generous gift from the late Jeanne Olliver, while matching funds last.

You’ve already met my brother-in-law, Danny, through my sister Kathleen’s emails.  For all the years I’ve known him, physicality has been part of who Danny is – from sailing, to mining, to working construction, to running marathons. I couldn’t tell you how deep underground he went as a miner, but I know it was dangerous work that took tremendous courage, energy and strength.

But that’s just how Danny was – and still is – today. 

When I visited him in chronic care the other week, he was on the floor doing push-ups, just weeks away from his 80th birthday! He’s still so active – whether it’s stepping onto the beach supported by his walker; swinging on the golf course with focused coordination, or training with weights to maintain his strength. His commitment to keep going is simply awe-inspiring. How could it not be?!

Every day, Danny shows us what it’s like to pursue what’s still possible. Parkinson’s is part of his life, but frankly he’s redefined what that looks like, so he can continue to safely do the things that are most important to him. And there’s tremendous power in that. Which makes you pretty powerful as a supporter of Parkinson Canada!

The last thing I’ll say is that our family has nearly 20 years of experience with Parkinson’s. We’ve learned a lot along the way, and Parkinson Canada has been a big part of that. Other families are a lot earlier in their journey and need the support and resources that will help them define what living with Parkinson’s will look like for them. 

That’s what your Giving Tuesday donation can help to do, John. And it can help in a big way today, because of the match that will turn every $1 donated into $2 of impact. But only while matching funds last, so be sure to give early!!!

Please make your Giving Tuesday donation right now, and help families redefine life with Parkinson’s – like mine has.

I hope this celebration of a beloved family member has provided some inspiration in your own life! Thank you for your kindness on this special day of giving.

Sincerely,

Kristine Robinson

Sister-in-law to Danny, who is living with Parkinson’s