Thanks to Epilepsy Foundation’s Athletes vs. Epilepsy initiative for contributing this story.
Former Virginia Tech standout, Zach McGinnis, is back in the water after retiring last December, but this time for a different reason. After being diagnosed with epilepsy in 2012, Zach has actively sought ways to help raise awareness for epilepsy (multiple unprovoked seizures) and now he and others around the country are signing up for the Athletes vs. Epilepsy A Cause for a Swim fundraiser to help support the mission and goals of the Epilepsy Foundation.
A Cause for a Swim started in Austin, TX with a father’s desire to raise awareness and funds to help support the mission and goals of the Epilepsy Foundation on behalf of his eldest daughter, Sophia.
The mission of the Epilepsy Foundation is to stop seizures and SUDEP, find a cure and overcome the challenges created by epilepsy through efforts including education, advocacy and research to accelerate ideas into therapies.
Athletes vs. Epilepsy affirms this positive message and embodies it through action. Athletes vs. Epilepsy is a nationwide program for athletes, coaches, volunteers and fans to raise awareness, build participation and help fund the Epilepsy Foundation’s mission. Athletes vs. Epilepsy will bring awareness in all sports through participation by athletes of all ages and skill levels as well as their supportive friends, family and fans.
To donate to Zach’s page click on the link below:
https://www.crowdrise.com/zachmcginnis-acauseforaswim/fundraiser/zachmcginnis
Or create your own A Swim for a Cause fundraising page here:
