

Marlene Kahan receiving the 2008 Alan Bonander Humanitarian Award at this year's Parkinson's Unity Walk in Central Park, NYCMy friend Marlene Kahan, who has early-onset Parkinson‘s Disease, commissioned the Inspiration bracelet late in 2007 as part of her fundraising for Parkinson’s Unity Walk. I created Inspiration 2 so I could wear one too, and the bangle came about through the suggestion of one of our first donors. 40% of the purchase price is donated directly to Parkinson’s Unity Walk (www.unitywalk.org) in Marlene’s name. All of my commissions have been rewarding, but this one has been more gratifying than I ever could have anticipated. Every day I receive very personal and moving testimonials about how my bracelet has come to symbolize support, tribute and hope. We have raised $15,000.00 so far, and have been recognized in
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