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In lieu of flowers

Please consider a contribution to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research or Best Friends Animal Society.

Background

My mother, Catherine Williams, was a remarkable woman who fought Parkinson’s disease with unwavering courage and grace. She was also a passionate animal lover who dedicated her life to helping animals in need.
To honor her memory, we invite you to consider donating to one of the following organizations that align with her values:

1. The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research

This organization is at the forefront of groundbreaking research, tirelessly working towards a cure for Parkinson’s. Your donation will help fund vital research and bring us closer to a world without this debilitating disease.

2. Best Friends Animal Society

As an avid animal lover, Mom often fostered dogs and worked with rescues to find them loving homes. Best Friends is dedicated to creating a nation where no healthy or treatable animal is killed. Your donation will support their mission to end the killing of animals in shelters.

By supporting either of these organizations, you’ll be honoring Mom’s memory and making a positive impact on the world.
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All contributions made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research through Ever Loved will be sent with the designation, “Wherever it is needed most”, at Brian Williams's request.

Updates

Update from Nov. 28, 2024

Please note that donating to this charity is completely optional. We just wanted to present the option should this feel like a good fit to honor Cathie and help others with this condition.

About The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research

The MJFF is centered around finding and developing the next era of treatments for Parkinson's disease. They are defined by a sense of urgency in finding treatments for Parkinson's disease through research funding, high-risk investing in breakthrough and experimental treatments, connecting the Parkinson's community with each other for a better understanding of the disease.

Frequently asked questions

Answered by a team member at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research

  • What is your mission?

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation is dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease through an aggressively funded research agenda and to ensuring the development of improved therapies for those living with Parkinson's today.

  • How are donations used?

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s research strategy — projects and activities we fund and prioritize for scientific attention and problem-solving — evolves rapidly in concert with advances made in Parkinson’s disease (PD) research. The past two decades have brought substantial growth in understanding PD, in particular the role of genetics and the disease mechanisms that are influenced by genetic changes. This has led to the development and testing of several experimental therapies that have the potential to slow or stop progression — patients’ greatest unmet need.

Recent contributions to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research

Joanne Conley
$100.00
Jan. 29, 2025, 4:03 p.m. PST
Jan. 4, 2025, 6:36 a.m. PST
Anonymous
$100.00
Dec. 6, 2024, 9:05 p.m. PST
Anonymous
$100.00
Dec. 1, 2024, 7:22 p.m. PST
$100.00
Nov. 29, 2024, 11:14 a.m. PST
Nov. 28, 2024, 6:15 p.m. PST
Nov. 28, 2024, 1:36 p.m. PST
Anonymous
$36.00
Nov. 28, 2024, 1:04 p.m. PST
$100.00
Nov. 28, 2024, 7:00 a.m. PST
$100.00
Nov. 28, 2024, 6:00 a.m. PST

About Best Friends Animal Society

The mission of Best Friends is to end the killing in America's animal shelters and create a time when there are No More Homeless Pets. We do this by building community programs and partnerships all across the nation.

Frequently asked questions

Answered by a team member at Best Friends Animal Society

  • What is your mission?

    The mission of Best Friends is to end the killing in America's animal shelters and create a time when there are No More Homeless Pets. We do this by building community programs and partnerships all across the nation.

  • How are donations used?

    Donations are used to make the biggest impact in ending the killing in America's shelters. This includes our major no-kill initiatives, funding our lifesaving centers, and grants to our Network Partner organizations.

  • What can be done with a $100 donation?

    $100 helps provide six weeks of formula for an orphaned newborn puppy.

Recent contributions to Best Friends Animal Society

Nelli and Chris
$20.00
Gave to Best Friends Animal Society in memory of Catherine
Submitted by Chris and Nelli Walker-Veletyan on Jan. 4, 2025, 8:46 a.m. PST
Anonymous
$50.00
Gave to Best Friends Animal Society in memory of Catherine
Jan. 4, 2025, 8:05 a.m. PST
Anonymous
$500.00
Gave to Best Friends Animal Society in memory of Catherine
Dec. 2, 2024, 10:46 a.m. PST
David Knell, Cindy Knell, Jenny Knell, Lindsay Knell
$500.00
Gave to Best Friends Animal Society in memory of Catherine
Submitted by Dave Knell on Dec. 2, 2024, 9:52 a.m. PST

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