named programs · 4 · from sources
what they call their work
Box4Bucks
Annual community fundraising event promoting fitness and exercise for people with Parkinson's; held in partnership with Valley of the Sun J
Boxing & Exercise Classes
Sponsored boxing classes at The Pound Gym in Scottsdale, AZ, designed to improve physical health for people with Parkinson's
Parkinson’s Support Group for Women
Support group offering a safe and supportive environment for women with Parkinson's to share experiences and connect
The Parkinson’s Experience Podcast
Podcast hosted by the founder sharing insights, research updates, and personal experiences related to living with Parkinson's disease
activities · 5 clusters
what they do
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Parkinson’s Community Support & Education Programs 5 activities
- Community Outreach and Resource SharingEngages in community outreach by highlighting local areas that offer classes, social support, and community for people with Parkinson's, and shares uplifting stories related to Parkinson's research and awareness.
- Highlighting Parkinson's Community ResourcesShares information about local areas in the U.S. that provide classes, social support, and community for individuals with Parkinson's.
- Leading Women's Parkinson's Support GroupLeads a support group exclusively for women patients with Parkinson's disease.
- Providing Community Outreach and SupportProvides community outreach for Parkinson's patients, including leading a support group exclusively for women patients and highlighting local resources for classes, social support, and community.
- Women's Parkinson's Support GroupLeads a support group exclusively for women patients living with Parkinson's disease.
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Podcast Production for Public Awareness 3 activities
- Parkinson's-focused Podcast ProductionProduces a podcast series, "The Parkinson's Experience" and "Dr. Ospina Explains," that discusses various topics related to Parkinson's disease, including non-medication treatments, specific symptoms like dystonia, and beneficial activities like harmonica playing and Tai Chi.
- Producing Educational Podcasts on Parkinson's DiseaseProduces a podcast series, including "The Parkinson's Experience" and "Dr. Ospina Explains," that discusses various topics related to Parkinson's disease, such as non-medication treatments for insomnia, dystonia, and the benefits of activities like harmonica playing and Tai Chi.
- Producing Educational Podcasts on Parkinson's DiseaseProduces a podcast series, including "The Parkinson's Experience" and "Dr. Ospina Explains," that discusses various topics related to Parkinson's disease, such as non-medication treatments for insomnia, dystonia, the benefits of harmonica playing and Tai Chi, and other frequently asked questions.
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Disease-Specific Research Fundraising 2 activities
- Funding Parkinson's ResearchRaises money for Parkinson's research, having raised over $350,000 over a seven-year period.
- Fundraising for Parkinson's Research and Community OutreachRaises money through annual fundraising events to support Parkinson's research and community outreach initiatives for Parkinson's patients and their families, having raised over $350,000 over seven years.
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Parkinson's-Specific Exercise & Therapist Training Programs 2 activities
- Sponsoring Boxing Classes for Parkinson's PatientsSponsors boxing classes specifically for people with Parkinson's at The Pound Gym in Scottsdale, AZ.
- Sponsorship of Parkinson's Exercise ClassesSponsors boxing classes specifically designed for people with Parkinson's disease at The Pound Gym in Scottsdale, AZ.
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Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & Raffles 1 activity
- Organizing Fundraising EventsOrganizes annual fundraising events to support the Parkinson's community, their families, and friends.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$65K
Contributions & grants$49K76%
Program service revenue$24K37%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$52K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$40K
balance sheet
Total assets$23K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$23K
1 years on record · 2022–2022
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHERYL LOWENHAR | PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR | 10 | $12K |
board members · 4
- BRIAN BAEHR — DIRECTOR
- ELAINE COTTEY — SECRETARY AND DIRECTOR
- JAN SCHEER — VICE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR
- LINDSAY MCGUIRE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 8
who they work with
- Boston Scientific Funder — Sponsors "The Parkinson's Experience" podcast.
- Michael J Fox Foundation Partner — Donates all money raised from fundraising events directly to the Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's research.
- Michael J Fox Foundation Partner — Raises money for the Michael J Fox Foundation.
- Michael J Fox Foundation Partner — Receives 100% of funds raised by 17 BRANCHES for Parkinson's research.
- Michael J. Fox Foundation Partner — Followed by Hank and Lincoln Bode for its commitment to Parkinson's research.
- The Pound Gym Partner — Hosts sponsored boxing classes for people with Parkinson's.
- Valley of the Sun J Partner — Partners with the Valley of the Sun J to host their largest fundraiser, Box4Bucks.
- World Parkinson Coalition Partner — Brings its triennial World Parkinson Congress to Phoenix in 2026.