Hand in Paw we are better together! 4 Paws Fundraiser
You can be an athlete, donate, support an athlete or show up for some fun events. We have so many ways for you to choose to help. Our athletes will be spending the month of June moving miles and pounds to raise money. For each mile or pound they move you can donate $1 or just support by donating any amount that you are able to give.
To be an athlete you DO NOT need to a member of the Fitness Center. Simply purchase a packet for $?? and get moving. Throughout the month ask friends and family to support your efforts and help you make a difference. Each athlete will receive a shirt and an envelope to collect your donations.
Donate by clicking the link below or bringing cash to The Fitness Center of HDG during staffed hours. Purchase a shirt or an iron on hand in paw.
Show up at some of our exciting events.
Meet Ada
Our 2024 recipient.
Shelby and Hawks
Hello, my name is Shelby Heinold. I live in Townsend, DE with my family, and I am a junior at First State Military Academy in Clayton, DE. In June of 2019, I suffered a seizure at a sleepover with friends. They called 911. I recovered and received testing which confirmed my diagnosis of Juvenile Myclonic Epilepsy or Janz Syndrome. This diagnosis was particularly devastating for me. I have wanted to join the military ever since I can remember. My grandfather was Air Force, his father Navy. I was on my way! Then JME literally crushed thatdream. No enlistment, no military career, it was beyondbelief.
What? I had dodged all the childhood diseases, had all my vaccinations, played sports, I was a healthy 15 year old!
Facts about JME. JME is the most common generalized epilepsy syndrome, and it typically begins in adolescence. Teens with JME do not have other developmental problems. It's cause is genetic and autosomal dominant; meaning only one parent has to carry the gene for you to get the condition.
I was blessed to be put in touch with Kateri and Kim Peters and introduced to 4 PAWS 4 ABILITY. These ladies and the wonderful people of Crossfit Killshot Gym Smyrna, DE, The Fitness Center at Havre de Grace, MD, and their counterparts at Pop's Culture Rising Sun, MD, have decided to sponsor me in my fundraising efforts to secure a service dog. 4 PAWS 4 ABILITY in Xenia, Ohio, raises specialized service dogs from puppies over an approximate 2 year period, developing specialized skills to assist children and teens with a disability like mine, and others; to help with our safety and independence.
Shelby and Hawks graduated on March 1st 2024!