Texanthropy Spotlight: The Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation
I learned about The Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation when I was invited to participate in their 5th Annual 3K Walk for Sickle Cell Disease, which was held last Saturday in Austin. The annual event raises funds to help Texas families affected by sickle cell disease by helping to send children to Camp Cell-A-Bration, a free camp for children ages six to 14 with sickle cell disease.
The Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation was stablished in 1997 by the late Pastor Marc Thomas, who suffered from the blood disease. The Foundation serves thousands of children, adults and families in Central Texas, San Antonio, the Texas Gulf Coast and other areas affected with sickle cell disease and those carrying sickle cell trait by providing education and outreach, raising awareness, holding support group meetings, and other assistance.
This is what the Foundation has to say about itself:
- “The Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation has been providing hope and help to families living with sickle cell disease for over a decade. The mission of our organization is to educate, support and improve the quality of life for families affected by sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait.”
What an inspiring example of Texanthropy!
There are many ways you can support the Foundation. To learn more, visit their website: https://www.sicklecelltexas.org/.