Sam + Matt

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I’m fundraising in celebration of my son, Rudy ‘Rooster’.

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19 Jul 2026 by Sam Knitsch

For our Rudy Rooster

In April this year, we welcomed our precious little Rudy into our family. Within the same week, he was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a genetic condition that affects the nerves and muscles. The weeks and months that followed have been an emotional roller coaster! 


We are incredibly grateful to be under the care of the amazing medical team at WCH and that Rudy has been able to access life-changing treatment. This treatment is only possible because of years of dedicated research into SMA and other genetic conditions.


Throughout the month of August, Matt and I will be taking part in the "Ks for Kids" fundraiser by walking 100ks to raise money for Jeans for Genes and help support the vital research required for children like Rudy in the future. 



If you’re looking to support, either share our fundraiser or donate to our team page. 


Much love!

My Impact

So far this year I helped provide...

15

Hours of research

For every $50 raised, one hour of research is funded

Biggest Donor

Jean-ius Donor

$117

Thank you so much to my biggest supporter, Alan Angie Knitsch, for donating an incredible $117 to help fund vital research into curing children’s genetic diseases.

My Achievements

Raised so far

With your help, I have raised...

$752

You’re helping fund research to find cures for kids with genetic diseases. Every dollar counts!

Biggest Donor

Alan Angie Knitsch

$117

Thank you so much to my biggest supporter, Alan Angie Knitsch, for donating an incredible $117 to help fund vital research into curing children’s genetic diseases.

My Impact

So far this year, I've helped fund...

15

Hours of research

Every $50 raised funds an hour of vital research.

Thank you to our donors

$20

Kirsty

Sending all the positive vibes your way!

1 day ago

$56

Tareena Martin & Kieran Trump

2 days ago

$50

The Rehn Family

2 days ago

$104

The Wood Family

3 days ago

$110

Stephanie Calabrese

Sending love - the be strongHer fam ❤️💪🏼

4 days ago

$55

Brandon, Zoe & Milla

🩵💙

4 days ago

$56

Lorena

4 days ago

$61

Christina Manissalis

With love Chrissy xx

4 days ago

$61

Tracey Manissalis

Love aunty Trace

4 days ago

$61

Angela Sayas

Xxx

4 days ago

$117

Alan Angie Knitsch

1 week ago