8th Annual Hope for Lillian Grace Reindeer Run
- Date Sat 7th December 2024
- Time 6:00AM EST
- Location Saint Johns, Florida
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 8th Annual Hope for Lillian Grace Reindeer Run on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in St. Johns! This heartwarming event features a 5k run and a 1 Mile Fun Run, bringing together the community to support the Ball family in their ongoing journey with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD). Lillian Grace, now 9, received a life-changing kidney transplant in 2021, and her little sister Quinn continues to bravely face the challenges of this condition.
By participating in this festive run, you'll not only engage in a fun-filled day of fitness and camaraderie, but you'll also help alleviate the financial burdens the family faces due to medical expenses. Every step you take supports vital costs such as medications, hospital visits, and transportation. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a joyful way to give back, the Reindeer Run is a perfect opportunity to show your love and support. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a cause this December!
By participating in this festive run, you'll not only engage in a fun-filled day of fitness and camaraderie, but you'll also help alleviate the financial burdens the family faces due to medical expenses. Every step you take supports vital costs such as medications, hospital visits, and transportation. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a joyful way to give back, the Reindeer Run is a perfect opportunity to show your love and support. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a cause this December!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 8th Annual Hope for Lillian Grace Reindeer Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run!
This event goes to support Hope for Lillian Grace! Hope for Lillian Grace is a 501(c)(3) set up to benefit Lillian & Quinn Ball and their family as they continue their lifelong journey with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD).
Calling the past few years easy would be an understatement for the Ball family. Lillian Grace (9) received her much anticipated kidney transplant along with right kidney nephrectomy on May 11, 2021.
Just shy of 4 weeks later, on June 7, 2021, Quinn Renee, the family's second ARPKD warrior, was born. Although Quinn did not have an extensive NICU stay like big sister, her ARPKD complications were in full force from day one. Those complications would ultimately land Quinn in Wolfson Children's Hospital on August 10, 2021. The primary side effect of ARPKD is hypertension; Quinn was diagnosed shortly after admission for hypertensive cardiomyopathy. She subsequently spent 51 days in Wolfson Children's Hospital CVICU where she worked her heart back to full strength. Year to date, Quinn has had two 911 calls, one transport to Wolfson, two extensive ICU stays, and regular weekly therapies to make up her development.
Also during that time, Lillian endured countless transplant clinics in Gainesville and one hospital admission herself. The family has again endured a trying season of ARPKD and relies heavily on this annual event to help them offset costs from both the medical expenses as well as the peripheral expenses. Below are some highlighted costs that you help cover by participating!
One month of oral medications for Quinn: $233.75
Syringes for both girls every 60 days: $71.92
Every Gainesville trip: $20-$30 gas
Hospital/Appointment Meal for Jamie, Joe and Lillian: $30-$50
Ambulance Fees: $150
Lillian's Lab draws: $150
These are just a few costs that the family endures, even with medical insurance. So, you see, every bit helps!
Whether you do the 1 mile fun run or walk/run the 5k, the family is beyond grateful for your ongoing love and support!
Please come out and join us in supporting Hope for Lillian Grace!
Thank you, and God bless.
This event goes to support Hope for Lillian Grace! Hope for Lillian Grace is a 501(c)(3) set up to benefit Lillian & Quinn Ball and their family as they continue their lifelong journey with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD).
Calling the past few years easy would be an understatement for the Ball family. Lillian Grace (9) received her much anticipated kidney transplant along with right kidney nephrectomy on May 11, 2021.
Just shy of 4 weeks later, on June 7, 2021, Quinn Renee, the family's second ARPKD warrior, was born. Although Quinn did not have an extensive NICU stay like big sister, her ARPKD complications were in full force from day one. Those complications would ultimately land Quinn in Wolfson Children's Hospital on August 10, 2021. The primary side effect of ARPKD is hypertension; Quinn was diagnosed shortly after admission for hypertensive cardiomyopathy. She subsequently spent 51 days in Wolfson Children's Hospital CVICU where she worked her heart back to full strength. Year to date, Quinn has had two 911 calls, one transport to Wolfson, two extensive ICU stays, and regular weekly therapies to make up her development.
Also during that time, Lillian endured countless transplant clinics in Gainesville and one hospital admission herself. The family has again endured a trying season of ARPKD and relies heavily on this annual event to help them offset costs from both the medical expenses as well as the peripheral expenses. Below are some highlighted costs that you help cover by participating!
One month of oral medications for Quinn: $233.75
Syringes for both girls every 60 days: $71.92
Every Gainesville trip: $20-$30 gas
Hospital/Appointment Meal for Jamie, Joe and Lillian: $30-$50
Ambulance Fees: $150
Lillian's Lab draws: $150
These are just a few costs that the family endures, even with medical insurance. So, you see, every bit helps!
Whether you do the 1 mile fun run or walk/run the 5k, the family is beyond grateful for your ongoing love and support!
Please come out and join us in supporting Hope for Lillian Grace!
Thank you, and God bless.
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