Lights On, Hearts Strong | Kawasaki Disease Awareness

Today marks the first day of Kawasaki Disease Awareness Month, and we are thrilled to officially launch our Lights On, Hearts Strong campaign! 

This January, we’re coming together to honor the strength, bravery, and resilience of children affected by Kawasaki Disease. “Lights On, Hearts Strong” is more than a campaign — it’s a movement to shine a light on KD, amplify awareness, and celebrate the courage of KD kids and their families. Here’s what it means:

• Lights On: Illuminating awareness about Kawasaki Disease, its symptoms, and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
• Hearts Strong: Honoring the toughness and resilience of KD kids who face this disease with courage and determination every day.

We invite you to join us as we celebrate these incredible fighters and work to make a difference in the lives of KD families everywhere.

This month, our goal is to raise $50,000 to fund lifesaving research, provide vital resources for families, and bring greater awareness to this rare disease.

Your generous contributions fuel the Kawasaki Disease Foundation’s mission to support families, fund lifesaving research, and spread critical awareness. Did you know that 90 cents of every dollar received directly supports our mission? With no paid staff and minimal operating costs, your donations go straight to programs that make a tangible impact on the lives of children and families affected by KD.Whether it’s:

• A one-time donation,
• A tribute to someone affected by KD, or
• Creating your own personal fundraiser,

Every contribution helps us take another step toward a brighter future for these children.

How You Can Help

• Engage:
  Light up your home, workplace, or social media with white/red lights or heart-themed displays to show solidarity with KD kids. Follow us on Instagram at @kdfoundation to stay up to date on social media challenges, giveaways, educational materials, and our fundraising milestones.
• Donate:
  Whether through direct contributions, tributes, or fundraisers, your support drives the programs that make a difference.
• Share:
  Share our social media content on your stories or repost posts from @kdfoundation. Post your own KD content to inspire others and use the hashtag #LightsOnHeartsStrong.
• Support:
  Wear red throughout the month and encourage your community to get involved. Spread the word about Kawasaki Disease Awareness Month with friends, family, and colleagues. Together, we can amplify the impact and make KD awareness a collective effort.

Let’s make January 2025 a month to remember by standing together, raising awareness, and supporting KD families everywhere.

Thank you for your unwavering support and for being part of this important mission.

Warm regards,
The KD Foundation