Gals for Cal

The Gals for Cal triathlon team began with one mom and her son who was diagnosed with Duchenne 13 years ago. More details will be avialble soon on how to join our Gals in 2023!

Gals for Cal At The Hopkinton Title 9 Triathlon

When: 2023 Date Coming Soon
Where: Hopkinton, MA
What: Title 9 Triathlon | Sprint Triathlon | Swim: .25 mile; Bike: 15 mile; Run: 3 mile
Fundraising Commitment: $500

The Gals for Cal triathlon team began with one mom, Cindy Quitzau and her son Cal, who was diagnosed with Duchenne 13 years ago. She wanted to challenge herself and challenge Duchenne while raising funds and awareness for Jett Foundation and the families we serve. Gals for Cal’s dedication to this community has resulted in nearly $700,000 raised since their founding, which has provided vital support to Jett Foundation’s mission of improving the lives of children and young adults impacted by Duchenne.

Today, the Gals for Cal team has grown from 10 friends and family to well over 150 women over the past 12 years.

You don’t need to know someone with Duchenne to be part of this team, but you can bike, swim, and run for those who can’t.

Resources

Sponsorship Kit

Go! for Duchenne is Jett Foundation’s athletic and endurance team
fundraising program.

Check Out Our Sponsorship Kit

Fundraising Guide

Everything you need to know to successfully fundraise for Jett Foundation and Duchenne muscular dystrophy

Read Our Fundraising Guide

Understanding Duchenne

Learn more about Duchenne, the most common form of muscular dystrophy.

Learn More About Duchenne

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