Connective Issues Fall 2023

FOUNDATION HONORS Volunteers at Conference A special night during Conference is the Welcome Dinner & Awards Ceremony where we recognize and honor incredible leaders and volunteers who have made considerable contributions to the Marfan, Loeys-Dietz, and VEDS communities. Our volunteers are at the heart of all of our accomplishments. 1. Cory A. Eaves (pictured with Board Chair Bert Medina) Priscilla Ciccariello Award 2. Jennifer Aguayo Community Leader Award 3. Alix McLean Jennings (pictured with Bert Medina & Cory Eaves) Cheryll Gasner Spirit of Service Award 4. Dr. Luciana Young, Seattle Children's Hospital, Antoine Marfan Award 5. The DEFY Foundation The VEDS Movement Cathy Bowen Award 6. Padilla Family (Heide & Germaine) Loeys-Dietz Heart of Gold Award The Foundation recognized additional community members who have made significant contributions to advancing the mission through awareness, education, fundraising, and other engagement activities. ★ Heart of the Matter Awards 7. Kendra DePinto, Marfan 8. Morgan Jozwiak, VEDS 9. Ashley Rose Koengutter, VEDS 10. Korochik Family (Regina), Loeys-Dietz 11. Liam Nelson, Marfan 12. Linda Tigges, Loeys-Dietz ★ Rising Star Awards 13. James Richardson, Marfan & MJ Young, Marfan ★ Teen with a Heart Awards 14. Cameron Allen, Marfan & Ezra Ames, Marfan 15. Riley Hadt, VEDS There are many opportunities to volunteer at the Foundation. Find the right fit for you at Marfan.org/volunteer .

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