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SCAD Research, Inc. became an IRS approved 501(c)(3) public charity on July 6, 2011. Please take a moment to watch our SCAD Research, Inc. story and tribute to Bob Alico, our founder & president. In 2011, Mayo Clinic was conducting the only research on SCAD.

Thank you Nick Dorazio for creating this wonderful video, which was shown at our National SCAD Reunion Dinner on June 7.

Thank you to everyone who has helped us donate a total of $800,000 through 2018 to research!

This issue features:

National 5K Highlights
Mayo Clinic's latest SCAD research video
MN & CA 5k & SCAD Reunion registration
Lehigh Valley 5K registration
Our grant offer up to $25,000 for research
AmazonSmile Prime Days
Plus more!

Together, let's "Run to a Million for Research!"

8th Annual National 5K a Success!!

Our National chip-timed run/walk on June 8, 2019 at Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, IL was a great success, raising thousands of dollars for research! The success of the National 5K has moved us closer to donating an additional $200,000 to research in order to reach a total of one million dollars.

Prior to the start of the 5K, the names of those who did not survive (SCAD Angels) and whose family/friends attended were read followed by a moment of silence. Participants then lined up along the trail before the start line and recognized the survivors who were present.

All runners/walkers were timed. Gift certificates from Fleet Feet Sports were awarded to Jack O’Brien, overall 1^st place male finisher and Rachel Shoemaker, overall 1^st place female finisher (pictured below). Medals were given to 2nd & 3rd place male/female overall & to top three males/females in various age groups.

Following the 5K, we had a silent auction, SCAD store, face painting and refreshments. A complimentary lunch was provided by Buona - Naperville.

A SCAD Reunion for survivors, their supporters and SCAD Angel families took place on Friday evening, June 7, at the Embassy Suites, Naperville. The evening started with a social, followed by dinner and a presentation by Mayo Clinic (see article below).

Thank Yous

Thank you to our sponsors especially Mauge (Supporting), Fleet Feet Sports (Event Partner) and Catalina Charitable Marketing Foundation (Patron).

Volunteers Who Made this Weekend Possible

We truly appreciate Carol Zich, 5K chair and her team for their hard work making this year’s SCAD Reunion and 5K SCADaddle^© so successful! Team members were Deb McGarry, Meghan Scheiber, Lydia Killian, Sarah Trulley, Kim Brown, Natalie Brawner, Laura Meyer and Jan Saillard.

We are grateful to those who helped to ensure the weekend came together: especially Nick Dorazio for handling all AV needs; Tracy Van Duinen for emceeing again this year and to all volunteers who helped along the way.

Mayo Clinic Latest Research Presentation

On Friday, June 7 we were honored to have Drs. Sharonne Hayes, Timothy Olson (genetics) and Marysia Tweet present the latest research findings followed by a Q&A. Their presentation was streamed, edited and posted on our YouTube channel by Nick Dorazio.

The video begins with an introduction of the 5K planning team, remarks by Bob Alico, our President/Founder, & a beautiful Tiffany bowl by Mayo Clinic for our support with remarks by Dr. Hayes. The latest research findings starts at 19:20.

Pictured above are Jill Boyum (study coordinator), Tamiel Turley (doctoral student- genetics) Drs. Hayes, Olson & Tweet. We would like to extend best wishes to Jill Boyum whose last day at Mayo was July 9. Thank you Jill for your support over the years!

We couldn't resist sharing the picture below of Dr. Tweet, her husband John and their five cute and energetic children. Thank you for being part of our 5K!

SCAD Survivor Quilt Winner

The drawing for the SCAD Survivor quilt took place on June 8. The lucky winner was SCAD survivor Minna Ogren from Sweden! Mina has attended SCADAddles in the US many times the past eight years. Congratulations Mina!

Thank you to those who participated in the drawing and to survivors who created a beautiful keepsake.

Don't Miss These Upcoming SCADaddles^©!

MN 5K & SCAD Reunion Presentation

5K SCADaddle^©

R egister to join us on Sat. Sept. 7 for our 2nd annual MN 5K Fun Run/Walk at Battle Creek Regional Park, Maplewood, MN (just outside St. Paul). Everyone who registers receives a medal after the finish line. Join us for a social with refreshments afterwards.

SCAD Reunion Dinner/Research Presentation

On Friday evening, Sept. 6 there will be a dinner for SCAD survivors, their supporters and families who lost someone to SCAD. Dr. Marysia Tweet will present Mayo Clinic's latest research findings. Reserve your spot today!

Click for information on overnight hotel reservations.

West Coast/San Diego 5K

5K SCADaddle^©

R egister today for our 5th West Coast 5K timed run/walk on Sept. 28 at Crown Point Park, San Diego, CA (new location). Enjoy the course along beautiful Mission Bay on the bay-side walkway. All runners and walkers will be timed with awards/medals given in various categories. Lunch, silent auction, SCAD store and more following the 5K.

SCAD Presentation

After the 5K at 1:30pm Dr. Sharonne Hayes will present Mayo Clinic's latest research findings at Kaiser Medical Center – Zion, San Diego. All are welcome!

SCAD Reunion Events

Special events for survivors, supporters & SCAD Angel families:

Friday evening, Sept. 27 Meet & Greet TBD
Dinner Sat. Sept 28 at Fireside by the Patio in Liberty Station, San Diego. Click SCAD Reunion Dinner for details and to make reservations.

Click for overnight hotel reservation information.

Lehigh Valley 5K Run/Walk

Registration for our 4th Lehigh Valley 5K run/walk in Center Valley, PA on October 12 is now open!!!! Register by July 31 to take advantage of the early bird special. All runners will be timed and SCADaddle medals given to finishers in a variety of categories.

SCAD Reunion on Friday evening & a Gratitude Gala Saturday evening are being planned along with hotel accommodations. Watch for details.

You can help to raise money for research, even if you can't attend one of the 5Ks - register as a virtual participant.

After registering, consider customizing your personal fundraiser page and send to family, friends & coworkers. Post on social media. Registered participants receive a 5K t-shirt.

Take a friend, another survivor or just yourself and walk, run, hop, skip or anything in between and raise funds and awareness!

Looking to give a gift to a SCAD survivor or SCAD Angel family that keeps on giving? Just go to the desired SCADaddle registration page and click the Buy as a Gift button.

Follow the easy steps to purchase a gift and send to that special person to use during registration.

Other News You Can Use

Additional Grant in 2019!

In addition to our annual gift to Mayo Clinic SCAD Research Program, SCAD Research, Inc. is offering an opportunity for funding to another SCAD research program(s) by offering a new grant(s) up to $25,000 total.

As an organization supporting research, we hope additional research programs will help validate and expand the wealth of knowledge that Mayo Clinic has helped to uncover over the years.

For grant guidelines and an application, email scadinfo@scadresearch.org. Applications are due August 1, 2019. The SCAD Research, Inc. board will make the final decision on the recipient(s) by December 1, 2019 based on recommendations from our Scientific Advisory Committee.

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