Christmas in July - The Kawasaki Disease Foundation

Kristin Salazar blogger at My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia has chosen to support the Kawasaki Disease Foundation for Balsam Hill's Christmas in July Giving Campaign.  Kristin's son Grayon, pictured above, was diagnosed with Kawasaki Disease in March 2013, and has since made a full recovery! 

The Mission of The Kawasaki Disease Foundation

The Kawasaki Disease Foundation exists to save lives through education and awareness. Kawasaki disease (KD), also known as Kawasaki syndrome, is a serious illness characterized by inflammation of blood vessels throughout the body that primarily affects young children and infants. Kawasaki disease is the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children. The Kawasaki Disease Foundation hosts events, support groups and ways for the public to learn more about the disease.

The Impact

It is estimated that more than 4,200 children are diagnosed with Kawasaki Disease in the U.S. each year. Timely diagnosis and treatment is is highly effective in preventing coronary complications. The Kawasaki Disease Foundation aims to educate and build awareness, through the funds it raises. The donation tiers and perks are as follows...

• $5 - A chance to receive the entire Balsam Hill Mistletoe & Holly Ornament Set
• $25 - A Balsam Hill Mistletoe & Holly Christmas Ornament

Your donation will go directly to the Kawasaki Disease Foundation, to their awareness and support initiatives. 
*All donations to this campaign, up to $1,000, will be matched by Balsam Hill.

Other Ways You Can Help

The Kawasaki Disease Foundation has various volunteer opportunities and additional ways to donate to their initiatives. 

Click here to see the efforts of other bloggers, as they raise money for various charities, with Balsam Hill matching their funds raised.