June 1, 2017

MS Luncheon Raises $90K

Fashion model Camerone Parker and Susan Casper of ABC 15’s Sonoran Living joined forces to raise awareness for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Arizona Chapter at the Women Against MS Luncheon on April 15. The ladies honored the strength and grace of women with MS and raised nearly $92,000 for services provided by the local MS Society chapter. Almost 350 guests attended the luncheon at the Arizona Biltmore.

Nearly 75 percent of all those diagnosed with multiple sclerosis are women. For these women, the shocking news means they face crises.

Parker shared her touching story of triumphing over MS as well as her collection of fashions from the hit show Project Runway. “Fashion is my passion,” Parker said. “This opportunity to showcase my love of fashion and share both my collection and some of my unique story about living and working in the high-fashion industry with MS is so meaningful.”

Tina Brown

WAMS committee member and community activist Tina Brown shared why the MS Society is important to her. “The day I was diagnosed, I had no idea what MS was or how serious it was until my doctor told me to start therapy right away. I was devastated and literally numb,” she said. “Through research, I found the local Multiple Sclerosis Society. I became plugged in to the invaluable services that are offered. It has taken me three years to reach the place where I am today: accepting, understanding, living and managing my MS.”

Casper served as emcee for the event, which will ensure Arizona women newly diagnosed with MS have resources and support.

Biogen and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona were top sponsors, donating the MS Society.

PHOTOS COURTESY NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY ARIZONA CHAPTER