Kirk Gibson Foundation Launches Autographed Jersey Auction from all 30 MLB Teams
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THE KIRK GIBSON FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON’S LAUNCHES JERSEYS FOR PARKY
Online Auction of Autographed Jerseys from all 30 MLB teams With All Proceeds to Benefit Foundation.
The Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson’s is excited to announce, “Jerseys For Parky”, an exclusive online auction is now available, and for a limited time only. 112 unique Jerseys that are autographed by MLB baseball players from teams from all 30 MLB teams, are open for bidding exclusively at KirkGibsonFoundation.org, now through December 2nd. Autographed player jerseys from teams including star players from the Detroit Tigers, Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto Blue Jays, Tampa Bay Rays, San Diego Padres, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, just to name a few.
All proceeds from the online auction will benefit the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson’s, by funding activity-based programs to help improve the quality of life of those living with Parkinson’s disease and their loved ones.
The foundation was formed by former professional baseball player and manager, Kirk Gibson, after his diagnosis with Parkinson’s disease in 2015. Gibson spent most of his career with the Detroit Tigers, but also played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Kansas City Royals and Pittsburgh Pirates. Gibson is currently the color commentator for the Detroit Tigers, special assistant to the Tigers, and spends his time supporting his mission and vision of spreading awareness for Parkinson’s and providing inspiration and hope to others who are living with Parkinson’s.
Jerseys for Parky bidding is available through Saturday, December 2nd only and exclusively at KirkGibsonFoundation.org
About the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson’s:
The Kirk Gibson Foundation was created in 1996 to provide college scholarships to both athletes and non- athletes at Waterford Kettering and Clarkston High Schools, where Kirk’s parents, Robert and Barbara, taught for many years. After being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2015, he expanded the mission of the Foundation to improve the quality of life of those living with Parkinson’s through the development and delivery of activity-based programs. Kirk’s vision is to provide inspiration, hope, and help to those living with Parkinson’s disease and their loved ones. Since that expansion, the Foundation has raised more than $3 million towards research grants and programs to support the Parkinson’s community.
Additionally, the Foundation wants to create awareness and understanding about Parkinson’s disease. Too many individuals are in denial about the disease or fear a stigma associated with Parkinson’s and delay seeking medical help. Early diagnosis and treatment can provide years that are virtually symptom-free. It’s imperative to know that life expectancy is about the same as for people without the disease. While life will change with a Parkinson’s diagnosis, many symptoms can be managed with proper medication and movement therapies, and patients can still live an active and enjoyable life. The Foundation will continue to fund and grow outreach programs as well as improve awareness through hosting special events and by increasing fundraising activities. For more information, please visit www.KirkGibsonFoundation.org
