IT'S LUPUS AWARENESS MONTH!

What is Lupus?
Our body's immune system defends and protects us from illnesses and things foreign to it. However, with Lupus, the immune system attacks the body itself. Lupus is an autoimmune illness that can affect any part of the body including joints, skin, and organs.

May is Lupus Awareness Month. Lupus is an illness that affects both men and women--mainly women of color between ages 15-44.
The LupieGirl's Annual
​Lupie Gift of Gratitude
Fundraiser is here! 

It's time that we celebrate and support those living Lupus!
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​This month long fundraiser is to support individuals living with Lupus during Lupus Awareness Month. Lupus is a chronic illness that causes the body to attack it's own tissues and cells causing inflammation, fatigue and even organ complications.

The funds will be used for programs such as the Survivor's Circle, The Lupie Gift of Gratitude to celebrate Lupies and remind them of the support they have in the community during different times of the year while also providing additional support to Lupies throughout the year.

No amount is too small and each donation is tax deductible.
The LupieGirl, Inc. strives to help those who live with Lupus and/or other chronic illnesses to live "their best lives" by not solely focusing on the negative aspect of their illness but lifting up the positives, empowering them to do things that they may have wanted to do, but were discouraged to do.

LUPIE GIFT OF GRATITUDE NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
Click on the link below to open the nomination form. Nominate a Lupie that you believes deserves a Gift of Gratitude, even if you are nominating YOU!!!
To be considered, the form has to be completed in full. Incomplete forms are not accepted.
Nomination Link: https://forms.gle/rrA9zzpieLEjeMMUA

​"What the caterpillar perceived as the end, and to the butterfly, is just the beginning."
​                         -Unknown

MAY 10
​WORLD LUPUS DAY

For information about World Lupus Day and how you could help in the fight, click on picture to be directed to WorldLupusDay.org
All over the world on this day, we take a moment to understand more and raise greater awareness about Lupus.
To show support, post a status, share a picture or create a video with a fact about Lupus.

​In addition, to get more involved with the Lupus fight, you can sign petitions to help our voices be heard for more medicines for treatment as well as one day a cure for this chronic illness. 

FRIDAY MAY 21, 2021 
​PUT ON PURPLE DAY (POP)


On this day, wear your purple or your flyest LupieGirl gear in support of Lupus Awareness!!

Be sure to post on social media and hashtag:

​#POP
#LupusAwareness #iSupportTheLupieGirl

The Lupiegirl will be speaking alongside other LUPUS WARRIORS!

 The LupieGirl along with other Lupus Survivors will be speaking on their journey and how they live their life while living with Lupus. 
MAY 23, 2021 AT 11:30AM 
All are welcome to attend

It's time to sip & paint with the lupiegirl!

Please note that this event is for Lupies only.
Be On The LookOut!

More events and dates to be added soon!
​Lupus Awareness Month isn't over YET!!!

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About the LupieGirl

Lupus is a devastating disease that still is not discussed enough and many times misunderstood. We have to advocate past Lupus Awareness month and bring attention to this illness year round. Individuals are dying from complications of this illness and to date, no cure has been found for Lupus. In the meantime, The LupieGirl will continue to motivate, encourage and inspire Lupies to live their best lives, debunking the stigma of what "sick" looks like, as well as accomplishing their wishes and goals.

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