Our friend and Program Advisory Council member, Todd Vogt, was highlighted on KGW8. He earned a spot on the 2024 US Paralympic row team Mixed Double Sculls division. The 2024 Paralympic Games will be held in Paris on Sep 8, 2024. Watch party anyone?! Congratulations, Todd! The post Todd Vogt, BGF Advisor Highlighted on KGW8 appeared first on Brian Grant Foundation ..read more

$455,000 was raised during the 2024 Shake It ‘Til We Make It gala to support our efforts to empower people impacted by Parkinson’s disease to lead active and fulfilling lives. Many thanks to our sponsors, guests, and many other supporters far and wide ..read more

Megan Taye shares her story of the positive impact that the Brian Grant Foundation community has had on her life Make a gift today and join our community of support for those impacted by Parkinson’s. If you donate $25 or more before tomorrow you’ll get an invitation to join Katrina Kahl, Brian Grant, and Megan Taye in a virtual conversation on Monday, May 13 from 12-1pm PT. We hope to see you there! Thank you for being a part of our community. The post Megan Taye’s Story appeared first on Brian Grant Foundation ..read more

Be social with us! Come meet the BGF staff and others in the Portland Parkinson’s Community Come meet the BGF staff and others in the Parkinson’s community in Portland, open house style! Join us when you can. Stay for as little or as long as you like from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. We will have food and beverages, a few games, and kids are welcome! We will also debut a few of our newest digital stories with screenings at 5:00pm and 7:00pm if you would like to see them. These are video stories, crafted by PwP and care partners in a storytelling workshop, offering an intimate view into their personal jo ..read more

Apathy, fatigue, dystonia, dyskinesia and freezing can make it hard to stick to an exercise routine. Nate Coomer, founder and owner of the Parkinson’s Fitness Project presents on how to exercise with these PD symptoms. The post When PD Gets in the Way of Exercise appeared first on Brian Grant Foundation ..read more

Celebrating World Parkinson’s Day – April 11 Spark the Night is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness of Parkinson’s disease. It involves illuminating landmarks, buildings, and iconic landmarks with blue lights on World Parkinson’s Day, April 11, to symbolize unity, support, and visibility for the Parkinson’s community. Spark Art Contest Explore your creativity with the PD Avengers “SparkArt” Contest. Share your unique perspective on Parkinson’s and join PD Avengers in raising awareness. Your art could spark meaningful conversations and make a real impact. Show your support for P ..read more

Celebrating World Parkinson’s Day – April 11 Spark the Night is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness of Parkinson’s disease. It involves illuminating landmarks, buildings, and iconic landmarks with blue lights on World Parkinson’s Day, April 11, to symbolize unity, support, and visibility for the Parkinson’s community. Spark Art Contest Explore your creativity with the PD Avengers “SparkArt” Contest. Share your unique perspective on Parkinson’s and join PD Avengers in raising awareness. Your art could spark meaningful conversations and make a real impact. Show your support for P ..read more

Our Spring Newsletter is Out and Available for Download Below Our Spring newsletter is now out and available for download in English and Spanish below. In this issue you’ll read stories from Brian and others in our community, tips on sleeping with Parkinson’s, and more. Want the newsletter mailed to your home or business? If you would like to receive a copy mailed straight to your mailbox, join our mail list. The BGF newsletter is produce twice a year, in the Spring and Fall. send your send us your mailing address to info at Brian grant adore. BGF_2024_Newsletter_Spring_SpanishDOWNLOAD SPANIS ..read more

Learn about the role of nutrition in maintaining health, common challenges to healthy eating, and meal prep tips for people with Parkinson’s. Webcast presenter Jelena Etemovic, a registered dietitian and nutritionist, will also offer her perspective as a care partner for her father with Parkinson’s. The post Nutrition 101 appeared first on Brian Grant Foundation ..read more

Brian Grant Foundation Celebrates Community for Parkinson’s Awareness Month in April. Month-long campaign culminates in the organization’s 13th annual gala on April 25, 2024, featuring Blazers legend Brian Grant and other members of the Parkinson’s community. Portland, Ore. (March 7, 2024) – April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and the Brian Grant Foundation (BGF) is celebrating the Parkinson’s community with a month of special programs and events, including its 13th annual “Shake It ‘Til We Make It” gala on April 25, 2024 at 6pm at Castaway Portland. The gala, presented by Dick’s Auto Group ..read more