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FAM JAM 2026 — Thank You for Helping Us Soar
On May 29th, 250 people filled SoDo Park and raised a record-breaking $363,000 in a single night for FAM177A1 research. We are still pinching ourselves. None of it — not one moment of that night — would have been possible without the people behind it. The ones who made calls, pulled together tables, showed up early, stayed late, and gave something of themselves so the evening could shine. This post is for them.

Jill Hawkins
Jul 103 min read


A Joyful Laugh, a First Step, a New Future
This end-of-year giving season, we are sharing the powerful role that our community plays in pushing research forward to help our FAM FRNDs.

Jill Hawkins
Dec 12, 20252 min read


Letter from our Founder: A Difficult Day, a Deeper Purpose
The circle of support for every child with FAM grows more and more and each year. As we enter the season of giving and gratitude, we are thankful for our circle.

Jill Hawkins
Nov 24, 20252 min read


Rare Disease Funding Milestone: CURE Epilepsy Partnership Advances FAM177A1 Science
We are thrilled to be selected by CURE Epilepsy as co-funding partners for this new rare disease funding opportunity, the Rare Epilepsy Partnership Award!

Jill Hawkins
Sep 15, 20252 min read


FAM JAM 2025 Raises $260,000 for FAM177A1 Research!
On May 30, 2025 , Club Sur in Seattle erupted with energy, passion, and purpose as the FAM177A1 Research Fund hosted its 2nd Annual FAM...

Jill Hawkins
Jun 17, 20252 min read


The 2nd Annual FAM JAM is May 30, 2025!
Save the date for the most inspirational and festive fundraising gala of the year! May 30th, 2025 at Club Sur, Seattle, WA Check out the...

Jill Hawkins
Feb 3, 20251 min read


The Inaugural FAM JAM Raises $250,000!
The FAM JAM event was a spectacular night, raising $250,000 for the FAM177A1 Research Fund

Jill Hawkins
Jun 28, 20241 min read
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