Alyssa Fitzsimons

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I’m fundraising in memory of my friend, Kayla & Maddy.

Why I’m Supporting Jeans for Genes

Did you know that 1 in 20 Aussie kids are born with a genetic disease or birth defect? That’s one in every classroom!

My understanding of cystic fibrosis is shaped not only by learning about the condition but also by personal loss. I lost two close friends, Kayla and Maddy, to cystic fibrosis, and their lives showed me both the challenges and the strength of those living with the condition. Despite advances in treatment that have improved life expectancy for many people with CF, the disease can still have devastating consequences. Remembering Kayla and Maddy reminds me that behind every diagnosis is a person with hopes, dreams, and loved ones. Their memories continue to inspire compassion, awareness, and appreciation for ongoing research and improved treatments.

This year, I’m taking part in Jeans for Genes to help fund the incredible scientists at Children’s Medical Research Institute, who are working today to change lives tomorrow.

Your donation will help keep labs running, research advancing, and hope alive for kids who need it most.

Together, we can make a difference.

Join me. Share this message. Donate. Thank you!

Funds raised over the years

Biggest Donor

Jean-ius Donor

$61

Thank you so much to my biggest supporter, katie, for donating an incredible $61 to help fund vital research into curing children’s genetic diseases.

Raised so far

With your help, I have raised...

$1,006

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

Biggest Donor

katie

$61

Thank you so much to my biggest supporter, katie, for donating an incredible $61 to help fund vital research into curing children’s genetic diseases.

My Impact

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

20

Hours of research

Every $50 raised funds an hour of vital research.

Thank you to my donors

$18

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 months ago

$18

Meghan Hopwood

2 months ago

$24

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 months ago

$24

Krista

2 months ago

$12

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 months ago

$12

Ezz

2 months ago

$20

Jemma F

🫢🏼

2 months ago

$24

Courtney Coker

♥️

2 months ago

$24

Tash P

Such a beautiful memory and gift for more research. Well done Lyss πŸ’•

2 months ago

$41

Brittany B

πŸ’™πŸ’™

2 months ago

$40

Erin Johnston

2 months ago

$30

Jesline Jose

Get better soon

2 months ago

$24

Ness

🫢🏼🫢🏼

2 months ago

$40

Debbie Anning

Good on you Alissa DOING IT FOR THE KIDSπŸ™ŒπŸΌ

2 months ago

$18

Mo Reynolds

2 months ago

$56

Sarah Cooper

Proud of you babe x

2 months ago

$61

Rambo

2 months ago

$61

Katie

good luck

2 months ago

$55

Michelle Beckman

πŸ’œ

2 months ago

$40

Tracey Prizeman

2 months ago

$56

Chloe Macdonald

You’re too beautiful Lyss! X

2 months ago

$56

Riki-lee

2 months ago

$24

Rach Hutton

Love to support ❀️

2 months ago

$29

Cassandra

2 months ago

$34

Erin Briody

2 months ago

$34

Michaela Herden

❀️

2 months ago

$23

Jack Ronnfeldt

Good on you Lyss I love it πŸ™

2 months ago

$55

Shay Fitzsimons

2 months ago

$55

Alyssa

2 months ago