| The Shultz family of Illinois recently
donated $10,000 to the OI Foundation. They raised the money
through the Miracle Michael Fund Charity Golf Outing, held to
commemorate their son, Michael, who died of severe OI at 8 months of
age. Michael's parents, John and Beth, and big brother Anthony
sent us a letter about the fund and the golf outing:
"The Miracle Michael Fund was setup in the name of our beloved
son Michael, who is now looking down on us from heaven. The
first annual Miracle Michael golf outing was held on Michael's first
birthday, August 5, 1999, at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club in Lemont,
Illinois. Michael's presence was certainly apparent on that day,
as 112 golfers enjoyed 80 degree temperatures and blue skies while
playing one of the finest courses in the Chicagoland area. We were
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to have Chicago Blackhawks legend Keith
Magnuson, and WGN-AM 720 sports personality David Kaplan on hand for
this year's event.
A silent auction featuring more than 35 donated items was open for
bidding throughout the day. We also had a live auction, with auctioneers
to entertain the crowd of 200 attending the evening cocktail and dinner
party. Truly, a good time was had by all.
It is heartwarming to feel Michael's spirit live on through this
event. Therefore, we are already starting to plan for next year's
outing. We look forward to sending another donation next year in
Michael's name to further assist the fight"
The Shultz family founded the Miracle Michael Fund not only to help
children with OI, but also to raise funds for research and relief for
children in the Chicagoland area who have life-threatening
illnesses. We are grateful to the Shultz family and their
supporters for including the OI
Foundation among the organizations that received funds from the golf
outing. |
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Michael Shultz |
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From left to right, Michael's aunts,
Marla Isaacs, Lisa Garry, friend Keith Magnuson, and mom Beth at
the charity golf outing. |
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