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THIS WEEK FEATURING: Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis, a walk/run to raise funds for research to find cures for these debilitating diseases
WHEN & WHERE: Sat., June 21, at Progressive Field from 5:30-9 p.m.
WHO BENEFITS: Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America
TO PARTICIPATE: Visit www.cctakesteps.org
WHO’S HELPING: Zach Escott
THE CONNECTION:
Although Zach Escott was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis when he was just
6 years old, the plucky young man has not allowed his disease to get him down. An avid skateboarder, Zach wrestles and runs cross-country for Chagrin Falls Middle School. He recently celebrated his bar mitzvah at Suburban Temple-Kol Ami.
Not shy about talking about his disease, Zach and his family have promoted awareness and initiated several fundraisers for CCFA. His best friends are supportive, making sure he takes his pills and wearing purple “Got Guts” bracelets. This summer, in addition to going to camp in West Virginia for three weeks, Zach will spend one week at Camp Oasis, a camp in Michigan for children with digestive diseases.
“I want people to know there’s nothing wrong with having Crohn’s or colitis,” says Zach. “It makes you different, but you can do everything other kids do.”
On June 21, Zach will be taking steps to beat these diseases with a team he’s dubbed “Zach Attack.” Team members include Zach’s parents Shari and Bryan, younger brother David, and his two sets of grandparents. He’s still recruiting team members, aiming for 20 participants. He is determined to meet his $5,000 goal.
By Susan H. Kahn
A look at fundraising activity benefiting a worthy cause in which Jews are working to effect change. Let us know how you are helping others. editorial@cjn.org
WHEN & WHERE: Sat., June 21, at Progressive Field from 5:30-9 p.m.
WHO BENEFITS: Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America
TO PARTICIPATE: Visit www.cctakesteps.org
WHO’S HELPING: Zach Escott
THE CONNECTION:
Although Zach Escott was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis when he was just
6 years old, the plucky young man has not allowed his disease to get him down. An avid skateboarder, Zach wrestles and runs cross-country for Chagrin Falls Middle School. He recently celebrated his bar mitzvah at Suburban Temple-Kol Ami.
Not shy about talking about his disease, Zach and his family have promoted awareness and initiated several fundraisers for CCFA. His best friends are supportive, making sure he takes his pills and wearing purple “Got Guts” bracelets. This summer, in addition to going to camp in West Virginia for three weeks, Zach will spend one week at Camp Oasis, a camp in Michigan for children with digestive diseases.
“I want people to know there’s nothing wrong with having Crohn’s or colitis,” says Zach. “It makes you different, but you can do everything other kids do.”
On June 21, Zach will be taking steps to beat these diseases with a team he’s dubbed “Zach Attack.” Team members include Zach’s parents Shari and Bryan, younger brother David, and his two sets of grandparents. He’s still recruiting team members, aiming for 20 participants. He is determined to meet his $5,000 goal.
By Susan H. Kahn
A look at fundraising activity benefiting a worthy cause in which Jews are working to effect change. Let us know how you are helping others. editorial@cjn.org
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