Welcome to the 2024 Team JandyStrong Fundraising Page!

Hi all, Jake here! … September 27th, 2024 marks 10-years since I became a quadriplegic due to a diving accident in Madison, WI. It is hard to believe that a decade has gone by since that day. Over that time, I’ve experienced a wide range of life: tragedy, love, unity, forgiveness, resilience, adventure, hope, gratitude, and friendship (just to name a few). Today, I’m thankful for the journey and for all of you who’ve been a part of it.

Change is something that I’ve learned to embrace, and there’s been a lot of it lately… I continue to stay in tune with my body and its frequent reminders that spinal cord injury is physically relentless. This year, I adapted to a new wheelchair for the first time since my days in the hospital. And, like many around me, I recently turned 30!

To kick off a new decade of both my life, and my life after injury, I’ll be handcycling a personal best 30 MILES and asking for your support in raising a total of $30,000 for paralysis research and cure advocacy.

JandyStrong 30-for-30 Goals:

(1) Raise $30,000 to support Spinal Cord Injury research & recovery

- 50% to Unite 2 Fight Paralysis

- 50% to Get Up Stand Up to Cure Paralysis

(2) Raise awareness about SCI research & recovery efforts

(3) Handcycle 30 miles using my adaptive tandem trike

30-Mile Ride:

For our 2024 event, I’m planning my own ride and aiming to set a personal record distance of 30 miles. Myself and three trike captains will be cycling the Luce Line State Trail on Saturday, September 28th.

Join the Post-Ride Celebration:

After the ride, there will be a celebration at the finish line from 4:30-10 PM. Food, drinks, farm animals, college football, bonfire, and more – it's going to be a blast!

Address:

7975 County Rd 6

Independence, MN 55359

Please RSVP ‘GOING’ to the following Facebook Event if you’ll be joining us: ****** Facebook Event Link ******

Even if you can't attend the event, please consider donating, sharing the GoFundMe, and supporting Team JandyStrong’s partner organizations!

Follow the social media accounts below to stay connected on the day of the ride:

Thank you for being a part of Team JandyStrong. Your generosity and support mean the world to us and continue to fuel our fight!

With love and appreciation,

Jake Anderson

_______________________________________________________________

DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE

• 50% to Unite 2 Fight Paralysis [Tax ID #: 20-3528000]

• 50% to GUSU to Cure Paralysis [Tax ID #: 47-1331871]

_______________________________________________________________

If you are unfamiliar with Jake's story, or want to learn more about Team JandyStrong’s past successes, check out the following links:

Life After SCI - The Path

Team JandyStrong Chicago Half Marathon

Chanhassen Villager Article

JandyStrong Website