
Kristie Schanamann, one of the many great cousins of this author, ran the race with 7 friends in support of FA. Kim B., Kim S., Rachel, Molly, Sonia, Amy, and Kaitlin were not familiar with FA beforehand, but learned about the symptoms surrounding FA and the struggles those afflicted face every day. After learning about the support of FARA and the amazing research being conducted to find a cure, they dedicated their run to the FA community. With custom-made shirts sharing facts about FA, they jetted past the pack and made sure everyone behind them learned about our disease. They left the waterfront with pride – not only completing the race but being able to promote FA awareness through their participation and positive attitude. Thank you girls for being advocates and representing the FA community at an exciting event!


Kristie is a dedicated runner and an avid fundraiser for great organizations. Given our family’s recent exposure to FA, she is dedicating her fundraising efforts and runs to FARA and the FA community! I am blessed to have such a supportive and loving person in my family; using her talents to empower the FA community. You can visit her fundraising page and show your support at: http://fara.kintera.org/teamfara2015/kschanamann

