Join Us for the June 22nd Cut-A-Thon at Pure Elements Organic Salon
Raising Awareness. Supporting a Local Family. Advocating for Organ Donation.
Meet Shannon (Donovan) Murphy—a wife, mom of two, and local Rotterdam resident—who is courageously living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), a rare genetic condition that has impacted multiple generations of her family.
Now in her third year of dialysis, Shannon faces daily challenges with strength and grace. She has undergone life-saving surgeries—including the removal of both kidneys—and relies on dialysis to stay alive. PKD has already affected one of her children and may yet impact the other. There’s no cure, no treatment to slow its progression—only hope for a better future through awareness, support, and organ donation.
Shannon can no longer work due to the demands of her condition. The physical and emotional toll is immense, and the financial burden continues to grow.
That’s where you come in.
Pure Elements Organic Salon is proud to host this Cut-A-Thon Fundraiser to help Shannon and her family with ongoing medical expenses—and to shine a light on the importance of kidney health and organ donation.
Come by for haircuts, organic tanning, sustainable shopping, and more—featuring:
- Kristen Vesley – Owner of Pure Elements and host of this event
- Amber Webster – Offering organic tanning, sustainable jewelry & tees
- Red Lips & Cardiac Drips - Erin Pachucki offering 10 minute faces - Everyday Simple Makeup Routine for the busy woman. - free of harsh chemicals, gluten free, and cruelty free
- Erin Musto – Advocate and supporter
- Niskayuna Dialysis Nurses – On-site to share and educate about the dialysis process
This is more than just a fundraiser—it’s a chance to rally around a remarkable woman, educate our community, and make a meaningful impact.
Your support will truly help to save lives.
#savelives #ckdawareness #PKDAwareness #hopeforshannon #HopeForHealing
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