#GivingTuesdayNow May 5th | A Global Emergency Response

We have all been impacted by this unprecedented pandemic in many different ways.  For those of us working tirelessly to push Usher Syndrome research forward, this has significantly set us back. Rapid retinal degeneration in our children doesn’t pause while research does; which is why we can’t afford to wait. We’re asking for your help to reduce the impact of this setback and help us regain the time we’ve lost.

It’s not easy to ask for help at a time like this. However, our research community who receives funding from non-profits are not only struggling to keep the lights on, but are at risk of losing existing work. It takes a dedicated research team to keep cell cultures, zebra fish and mice models alive, as well as observe and document progress with in-flight experiments and tests.

In an effort to promote unity and support struggling non-profits, a global day of giving will take place this Tuesday May 5th. #GivingTuesdayNow is an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. I know some of you can’t afford to help at this time, but for those who can, we are grateful for any support – $10 - $100 – every dollar helps us get through this.

Thank you for all your support.
Please Take care of each other.

Justin