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March 16, 2022EFNENY Announces 2022 Winning Kid
Each year, the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York (EFNENY) selects a “Winning Kid” to represent all children with epilepsy in northeastern New York. Our Winning Kid symbolizes the spirit and courage that all children with epilepsy display in managing their seizures. We are excited to announce our Winning Kid for 2022 is 8-year-old Lorenzo Boles from Gloversville, New York.
Lorenzo was diagnosed with epilepsy at four years old after experiencing absence seizures. Since then, his family has stopped at nothing to show their support, find resources, and spread awareness for epilepsy. No matter the challenge or obstacle, Lorenzo keeps his spirits high, he has even won the “Kindness Award” at school two years in a row.
Lorenzo will make his debut as the 2022 Winning Kid at our 34th Annual Confections in Chocolate Gala for Hope on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Glen Sanders Mansion. Throughout 2022, Lorenzo will help us spread awareness, advocate for those affected by epilepsy, and participate in the organization’s fundraising events. Learn more about Lorenzo and our Winning Kid program by visiting our website at www.efneny.org and click on “Programs”. You can also find information and registration for our Gala for Hope at www.bit.ly/ChocolateGala2022.
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder defined as having two or more recurring seizures; it can happen to anyone, at any age, at any time. One in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetime. Epilepsy is more common than Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease combined. For more information, call the Epilepsy Foundation at 518-456-7501 or visit our website at www.efneny.org.
