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Harness the power of sport to build a community that invests in the lives of people impacted by rare diseases.


Vision:
No person impacted by a rare disease feels alone and everyone is inspired with hope for the future.

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10,000 Mile Challenge

The 10,000 Mille Challenge will take place August 10 - 19, 2023.

 

 

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Researcher Travel Program

The Researcher Travel Program assists with travel expenses for rare disease researchers and professional students with an interest in the rare disease field. Applications are are evaluated by a team at Uplifting Athletes on a rolling basis.

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Photo of Michael A Taylor at bat during a Minnesota Twins game.

Home Runs for Rare Disease

Make Michael's first season with the Minnesota Twins unforgettable by pledging to support the rare disease community with every home run he hits!

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Mission

 

Harness the power of sport to build a community

that invests in the lives of people impacted by rare diseases. 

Our Programs

Rare Disease Research

Leverage public interest to cultivate resources that accelerate scientific advancements for rare diseases

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Uplifting Leaders

Develops social influencers into leaders that make a positive impact on the rare disease community

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Uplifting Leaders
Rare Disease Awareness

Shares the platform of sport with the rare disease cause and raises it as a national priority

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Uplifting Experiences

Creates special moments that enrich the lives of rare disease patients and their loved ones

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Uplifting Experiences

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Uplifting Events & Awareness Campaigns

Uplifting Experiences

Date: Year-round
Location: Across the US

A deliberate and coordinated effort to connect people impacted by rare diseases with an athlete, team, or sports organization for a unique and memorable experience.

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Photograph from a recent Uplifting Experience with the Northwestern football team during their spring practice

Michael A.'s Home Run Challenge

Date: April - October
Location: Across the US

Make Michael's first season with the Minnesota Twins unforgettable.

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Photograph of Michael A Taylor hitting a home run at a Twins game

Lift for Life

Date: April - June
Location: Across the US

We believe a workout can change the future. Support our chapter teams who are holding Lift For Life events this spring!

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Thu, 06/08/2023 - 16:01
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@Theclassclown22 A home run from Michael A. Taylor also means another $2,500 for #RareDisease! Throughout the mont…
Thu, 06/08/2023 - 15:59
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@lisahayes4 A home run from Michael A. Taylor also means another $2,500 for #RareDisease! Throughout the month of…
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@ReggieWilsonTV We agree! A home run from Michael A. Taylor also means another $2,500 for #RareDisease. Throughout…
Thu, 06/08/2023 - 15:57
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@twinsdaily A home run from Michael A. Taylor also means another $2,500 for #RareDisease! Throughout the month of…
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@homerunreport A home run from Michael A. Taylor also means another $2,500 for #RareDisease! Throughout the month…
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@MLBHRVideos A home run from Michael A. Taylor also means another $2,500 for #RareDisease! Throughout the month of…
Thu, 06/08/2023 - 15:56
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@BMRReviews A home run from Michael A. Taylor also means another $2,500 for #RareDisease! Throughout the month of…
Thu, 06/08/2023 - 15:55
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@Twins A home run from Michael A. Taylor also means another $2,500 for #RareDisease! Throughout the month of June…
Wed, 06/07/2023 - 20:50
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The 10,000 Mile Challenge is back! Uplifting Athletes Sr. Marketing Manager Val Machen has pledged to walk with her…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:30
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@VikesFanKev Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donate an…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:30
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@ShoutOutMN Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donate any…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:29
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@thuuuuney Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donate any…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:28
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@TalkinBaseball_ Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donat…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:26
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@PrimeLewis23 Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donate a…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:26
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@TwinsRadio Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donate any…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:26
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@homerunreport Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donate…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:25
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@VikingsFan89 Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donate a…
Tue, 06/06/2023 - 19:25
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@MLBHRVideos Michael’s playing great! Every home run is $2500 towards our mission. Through June if fans donate an…

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