On August 5, 2006, my friend and Georgetown teammate, Janne Kouri's life changed in an instant when he broke his neck diving into the ocean in Manhattan Beach, CA. Please take a minute to watch his inspirational story on Good Morning America:https://youtu.be/2dbB4guQ4Tg
His story proves that with persistence and access to resources, recovery is possible. Since his injury, Janne has dedicated his life to bettering the lives of people suffering from paralysis. In 2008, he founded NextStep, an internationally recognized non-profit organization that makes life-changing rehab accessible and affordable to those living with paralysis.
In support of NextStep, on Friday, May 22nd, I am hoping to shave my unruly beard and hair for the sake of my family, friends, coworkers, and the Seattle community at large. However, there is a catch, I need to raise $10,000!!! During these challenging times, NextStep needs our support more than ever. Thanks in advance for your consideration!
Sincerely,
Derek
Watch it live on ZOOM:https://zoom.us/u/apu4gytKy