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The University of Alberta and the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Partner to Facilitate Open Data Sharing

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Friday, April 28, 2023
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SHORT HILLS, N.J., April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation and the University of Alberta announced a joint three-year initiative, supported by a $250,000 Reeve Foundation grant, to accelerate open data via the Open Data Commons for Spinal Cord Injury (ODC-SCI). The initiative aims to facilitate data standardization, knowledge sharing and scientific replicability and translation to spur more pre-competitive therapeutic research opportunities and reduce fundamental challenges within the research community that slow progress.

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  • New collaboration supports data retrieval and input into the Open Data Commons for Spinal Cord Injury, a first step toward field-enabling knowledge sharing and data transparency
    SHORT HILLS, N.J., April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation and the University of Alberta announced a joint three-year initiative, supported by a $250,000 Reeve Foundation grant, to accelerate open data via the Open Data Commons for Spinal Cord Injury (ODC-SCI).
  • The Reeve Foundation-University of Alberta partnership further supports evolving national and international policies that emphasize the importance of open data.
  • In late January, the National Institutes of Health announced its requirements for data management and sharing plans for all research generating scientific data.
  • "We're eager to see the volume of open SCI data grow over the next three years.

Peloton and the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Partner for Accessible, Inclusive Fitness Content

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Monday, November 7, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) and the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation announced today the launch of a special adaptive fitness collaboration designed to bring immersive and challenging workouts into people's lives in an accessible, efficient, community-driven way. 

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  • , Director of Adaptive Sports and Fitness at the University of Michigan, national disability advocate and practicing physician living with an SCI.
  • In 2020, he established the Rex Marco, M.D., Fund of the Reeve Foundation and serves as the Foundation's Chief Medical Ambassador.
  • "The partnership with the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, and the Seated Adaptive Strength program we created together, exemplifies exactly why I came to Peloton.
  • The Reeve Foundation is committed to elevating our community's voices and needs to achieve greater representation and independence.

The Reeve Summit 2022: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect, hosted by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, will feature a session on Community Engaged Research

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
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SHORT HILLS, N.J., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Within the spinal cord community and across the spectrum of healthcare research, there's a growing call for community-engaged research that is shifting the power to community voices to share their experiences. Barry Munro, an attorney by trade and currently the treasurer for the North American Spinal Cord Injury Consortium (NASCIC) and chief development officer of the Canadian/American Spinal Research Organization, will present this new way of research at the Reeve Summit.

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  • What if people with lived experience of spinal cord injury advised every stage and type of research about spinal cord injury?
  • A new course has been developed, and highlights will be presented at the Reeve Summit 2022 (October 13-14 in Washington, D.C.).
  • Register for the Reeve Summit 2022: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect, in-person October 13-14 in Washington, DC.
  • The Reeve Foundation is committed to elevating our community's voices and needs to achieve greater representation and independence.

Fundraising for Medical Expenses: What You Need to Know, at The Reeve Summit 2022: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect, hosted by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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SHORT HILLS, N.J., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonny Mullen, Director of Outreach for Help Hope Live, will present the Top 10 Tips & Tricks for Successful Fundraising and keeping a Medical Crisis from Being a Financial Crisis on October 13 at CONVENE at 600 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC for the Reeve Foundation Summit.

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  • A session at the upcoming Reeve Summit lays out a roadmap for how to successfully raise money to cover the expenses associated with a traumatic injury or diagnosis.
  • Sonny Mullen, director of outreach for Help Hope Live, will present "Top 10 Tips & Tricks for Successful Fundraising" on October 13.
  • Register for the Reeve Summit 2022: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect, in-person October 13-14 in Washington, DC.
  • We meet all 20 of the Better Business Bureau's standards for charity accountability and hold the BBB's Charity Seal.

The Reeve Summit 2022: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect, hosted by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, will Feature Top Doctor's Guidance on Preparing for and Recovering from Childbirth

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Friday, September 2, 2022
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SHORT HILLS, N.J., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Robert Fuller, MD, PhD, a leading expert on high-risk pregnancy, will share real-world experiences, practical guidance, and the latest research findings around safe pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery for women with paralysis.

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  • His goal is to build confidence for participants who may be contemplating motherhood, which he feels has the potential to improve their lives.
  • His session, "Preparing, Completing, and Recovering from Pregnancy with Paralysis: What's New in 2022?
  • Register for the Reeve Summit 2022: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect, in-person October 13-14 in Washington, DC.
  • Fuller will share real-world experiences, practical guidance, and the latest research findings around safe pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery for women with paralysis.

Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation presents September Webinars for Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021
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SHORT HILLS, N.J., Sept. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation will be hosting several webinars in late September in observance of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month.

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  • SHORT HILLS, N.J., Sept. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation will be hosting several webinars in late September in observance of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month.
  • Please join us for a special presentation in recognition of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month.
  • Please visit our Events section on our website to find out more about our upcoming webinars and events at the Reeve Foundation.
  • The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis.

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Announces 2021 Direct Effect Quality of Life Grants

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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SHORT HILLS, N.J., Aug 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) announced that it has awarded a total of $1,305,579 in Direct Effect Quality of Life grants.

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  • SHORT HILLS, N.J., Aug 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) announced that it has awarded a total of $1,305,579 in Direct Effect Quality of Life grants.
  • Since the Quality of Life Grants Program's inception, more than 3,400 grants totaling over $34 million have been awarded.
  • "The need for quality of life experiences is greater than ever, especially for people living with paralysis and their families," said Mark Bogosian, Director, Quality of Life Grants Program, Reeve Foundation.
  • The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis.

Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Secures Five-Year Grant for National Paralysis Resource Center

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Monday, July 26, 2021
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SHORT HILLS, N.J., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation , a nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of life for people and families living with paralysis, has announcedtoday that the Administration for Community Living (ACL) has awarded a five-year grant to continue its support of the National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC).

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  • SHORT HILLS, N.J., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation , a nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of life for people and families living with paralysis, has announcedtoday that the Administration for Community Living (ACL) has awarded a five-year grant to continue its support of the National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC).
  • This cycle included the ability to apply for a five-year grant, which supports the operation of a National Paralysis Resource Center through June 2026.
  • Co-founded by Dana Reeve, the National Paralysis Resource Center was created for the millions of people like herself seeking information and needed a centralized place to seek practical and emotional support in their day-to-day lives.
  • The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis.

Suburban Propane Presents Rutgers Alumnus and Disability Advocate, Eric LeGrand, with a 2021 SuburbanCares Award

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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In addition to the award, Suburban Propane has made a generous contribution to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation through Team LeGrand.

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  • In addition to the award, Suburban Propane has made a generous contribution to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation through Team LeGrand.
  • "As a New Jersey based company employing several esteemed Rutgers Alumni, Suburban Propane has been following Eric LeGrand's extraordinary story for some time," said Nandini Sankara, Spokesperson Suburban Propane.
  • "We are honored and grateful to contribute to Team LeGrand's "Walk to Believe" initiative, and to present Eric with our SuburbanCares Award for his outstanding service and commitment."
  • "I am very thankful to Suburban Propane for their generous donation to Team LeGrand of The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.

Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Awards over $550,000 for Special COVID-19 Grant Cycle

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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This cycle is one of several category areas that awards to other nonprofits that mirror the Reeve Foundation's missions and commitment to foster community engagement, enhance independence and promote healthy self-esteem.

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  • This cycle is one of several category areas that awards to other nonprofits that mirror the Reeve Foundation's missions and commitment to foster community engagement, enhance independence and promote healthy self-esteem.
  • In total, the Quality of Life Grant program has awarded over $32 million in grants to over 3,300 programs since its inception in 1999.
  • The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis.
  • The Reeve Foundation is committed to elevating our community's voices and needs to achieve greater representation and independence.