personal fundraiser
Giovanni Bottazzo
Hello,
Our names are Annalyse and Gia Bottazzo and we are cousins with Giovanni Bottazzo. Giovanni was diagnosed at 3 months with Usher Syndrome Type 2C. Usher syndrome is the leading genetic cause of combined deafness and blindness.
Giovanni has a smile that can brighten any room, and being around him reveals just how inquisitive and intelligent he is. His love for people shines through, and he’s always on the move, full of energy. If it weren’t for his hearing aids, you’d hardly guess that he faces the challenges of Usher Syndrome—a silent but profound disease.
Recently, Boston Children’s Hospital approved the Pipeline for Usher Syndrome Research (PUSH), the largest collaborative research project under one academic institution to address multiple forms of Usher syndrome to find optimal therapies for treatments and a cure. Giovanni’s type, 2C, will be part of this study. #Gio4Usher2C
PUSH means the world to us because we hope so much for Giovanni and others with Usher Syndrome to have treatments—and even a cure someday. We want Giovanni to grow up without the struggles of both deafness and blindness.
PUSH can only happen with the generosity and support of people like you, so we ask you to consider a donation to this cause. It would mean so much to us and to everyone with Usher Syndrome.
Sincerely, Annalyse and Gia Bottazzo (13 years old)
Recently, Boston Children’s Hospital approved the Pipeline for Usher Syndrome Research (PUSH), the largest collaborative research project under one academic institution to address multiple forms of Usher syndrome to find optimal therapies for treatments and a cure. Giovanni’s type, 2C, will be part of this study. #Gio4Usher2C
PUSH means the world to us because we hope so much for Giovanni and others with Usher Syndrome to have treatments—and even a cure someday. We want Giovanni to grow up without the struggles of both deafness and blindness.
PUSH can only happen with the generosity and support of people like you, so we ask you to consider a donation to this cause. It would mean so much to us and to everyone with Usher Syndrome.
Sincerely, Annalyse and Gia Bottazzo (13 years old)
Thank you for considering helping us raise donations. #Gio4Usher2C
If you’re able, please consider doubling your gift with a company match or setting up a monthly donation!