Take a Stroll, help save a life

Sophia Ruggieri was a wonderful young woman who had just graduated from the University of Georgia and was about to start her first job. Although she had battled Type 1 Diabetes from the age of 13, no one was expecting her at just 23 years old to pass away suddenly from complications from Type 1 Diabetes. Sophia loved helping others and even volunteered at a special camp called Camp Kudzu. Camp Kudzu, founded 25 years ago, is an amazing camp for kids and young adults battling diabetes.  All proceeds from Sophia’s Summer Stroll will help fund campers who want to attend Camp Kudzu, as well as provide equipment and medical supplies for kids battling Type 1 diabetes. Scholarships will also be awarded through our fundraising efforts.

Now we need your help by joining us for a Stroll.

Where does the stroll take place?

Anywhere on the globe

When is the stroll?

When you have met your personal or team's fundraising goal, you can take your stroll anytime from now until

August 31st

Is there a certain distance?

Your stroll can be as simple as walking your dog, or maybe walking with your family and school friends around your school track or park.

How do I raise money?

You can make your own personal donation and/or start a team

Do you have to walk?

You can bike, swim, hike, or even ice skate

Do I have to participate in the stroll to donate?

Not at all. You can make a general donation by following the "donate" link at the top of the page

Form your team

send an email to your contact list for donations

Collect Donations

Take your stroll

Ready to get started?

Join the stroll

This is digital fundraising all powered by Give Lively. You’ll be able to visit the Give Lively site anytime to see how much you’ve raised and you will also see the total amount raised for the whole event. It’s so simple to sign up and use. A text-to donate feature connected through Apple Pay is also available. Our digital fundraising is both user and donor-friendly.