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16th Annual George F. Sidoris Memorial Golf Outing
The 16th Annual George F. Sidoris Memorial Golf Outing will be held on July 31, 2021 at the Lost Nation Golf Course in Willoughby, Ohio. The event will feature a shotgun start, four person scramble format, closest to the pin…
5th Annual Crusade for a Cure Golf Tournament
AFTD Ambassador Deb Scharper will host the 5th Annual Crusade for a Cure Golf Tournament on September 4, 2021, with proceeds benefiting AFTD’s research initiatives. The tournament will be held at Sunny Brae Golf Course (Osage, IA) and will feature…
A Lot Like Fun – Only Different
A Lot Like Fun – Only Different features stories, past and present, of author Jack Livingston and his longtime friend Chris Kelley, who is currently living with FTD. Jack says, “Chris was the ringleader of ‘cool stuff,’ routinely sweeping up…
Olympic Distance Triathlon
Jason Nagin is participating in an Olympic Distance Triathlon on June 26, 2021 in memory of his grandmother who passed away from FTD, in honor of his mother who is currently living with FTD and in support of AFTD’s mission….
The Jackie Pang Fund – Virtual Wine Tasting
The Jackie Pang Fund is hosting a virtual wine tasting experience on May 7, 2021 at 8:00 pm ET with a portion of proceeds to benefit AFTD’s mission. Supporters can enjoy an interactive, one-hour guided wine and chocolate pairing from…
Charity Miles March Sponsorship – Arden Courts
With March’s arrival, we are happy to announce a new Charity Miles sponsorship and mileage goal. AFTD is grateful for Arden Courts’ sponsorship and support of our mission on Charity Miles. During the month of March, every mile that community…
Rare Disease Day 2021: Pushing for FTD Awareness
February 28 marks Rare Disease Day, an annual campaign intended to increase awareness of rare diseases and their impact on individuals and families. While FTD is classified as a rare disease, far too many know that it isn’t rare enough….
AFTD Partners with “Remember Me” Podcast for 10th Anniversary of With Love Campaign
For the 10th anniversary of our With Love campaign, AFTD is collaborating with the Remember Me podcast in a month-long series that will amplify the voices of those touched by FTD. Held each February, With Love enables participants to honor…
Ellie’s Butterflies
Ellie’s Butterflies is a children’s picture book written by Alecia Smith, described as a “loving story about understanding dementia.” When Alecia’s father was diagnosed with FTD at the age of 61, all three of her children were under the age…
5th Annual CWM Memorial Golf Outing
The 5th Annual CWM Memorial Golf Outing will be held on July 11, 2020 at the Yankee Springs Golf Course in Wayland, MI. The event will feature an 18 hole shotgun start, four person scramble format, award for best dressed,…