gistrong
23 hours ago1 min read
Annual 5k Sponsorship Opportunities Available
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES T-SHIRT SPONSOR (accepting 12 only) - $500 MILE MARKER SPONSOR - $250 WATER SPONSOR (accepting 3...
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gistrong
Nov 19, 20241 min read
Care Bags Made Possible Through Donor Support
In memory of Gianna, the Memorial Fund has been providing care bags to patients and families who experience the hardship of spending time...
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gistrong
Nov 19, 20241 min read
We proudly continue to support the Ronald McDonald House
When Gianna became ill, the Cirella family suddenly found themselves needing to be at her bedside in Hasbro Children's Hospital at all...
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gistrong
Nov 18, 20241 min read
The Memorial Fund sponsors teams at the Warwick Firefighters Soccer Club
Since age 4, Gianna and Cassie both played soccer for the Warwick Firefighters Soccer Club. Their love for the game began there and they...
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gistrong
Nov 18, 20241 min read
Thanks to all who participated in "Purple Out" In Honor of Gianna
On November 1st, many Warwick schools participated in a "purple out" in honor of Gianna. Students and staff wore purple at Greenwood...
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gistrong
Nov 16, 20241 min read
Announcing this year's High School Heroes Gianna Cirella Award Recipient
On October 24th, Tara attended the Rhode Island Blood Center High School Heros event in Warwick. Each year, RIBC presents an...
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gistrong
Nov 16, 20241 min read
WJAR Health Check 10 Reports on RI's New Mandatory Sepsis Protocols
On Thursday Nov. 14th, WJAR's Health Check 10 reporter Barbara Morse aired a segment about RI's new mandatory sepsis protocols. She...
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gistrong
Nov 11, 20241 min read
EMS First Responders are Vital to Saving Lives from Sepsis
In September 2023 legislation was passed in RI mandating sepsis protocols for all medical providers. Since then, the RI Department of...
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gistrong
Oct 31, 20242 min read
A Young Man’s Harrowing Journey with Sepsis
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that arises when the body's response to infection spirals out of control, leading to tissue...
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gistrong
Oct 31, 20242 min read
Honoring Gianna’s Memory & Celebrating a Friend’s Recovery
"On October 3, 2024, I (Alexandra Buffi) and the brothers of Phi Kappa Psi, with the help of Kieton Nunes and Nathan Thiboutot, held an...
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gistrong
Oct 30, 20241 min read
We've had such a heartwarming fall so far!
On September 29th, Bella Vita in Warwick celebrated its 4th year anniversary by dedicating a special tea and shake to Gianna, along with...
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gistrong
Sep 28, 20241 min read
Thank You to RIDOH
We are thankful for RIDOH for the opportunity to be on their podcast and be highlighted in this month's "Community Spotlight." Click here...
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gistrong
Sep 28, 20241 min read
Thanks to All Who Helped Spread Sepsis Awareness
We would like to thank all those who joined our mission by helping to spread awareness all month long, in schools, workplaces and sharing...
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gistrong
Sep 24, 20241 min read
Special Thanks to Those Who Shared Their Support on World Sepsis Day
We'd like to send a special thank you to our friends at Winman Middle School, Veterans Memorial Middle School, Oakland Beach Elementary...
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gistrong
Sep 15, 20241 min read
RIDOH’s Public Health Out Loud podcast during the month of September, in honor of Sepsis Awareness Month
Dr. Philip Chan from the Rhode Island Department of Health talks about sepsis, a life-threatening condition that can follow an injury or...
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gistrong
Sep 15, 20241 min read
Remember that September 13th is National World Sepsis day.
It's easy to help us do big things and we are here to help you.Wear purple, share Gianna's story , post our educational posters in your...
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gistrong
Sep 15, 20241 min read
The Gianna Cirella Memorial Fund was established to make a difference . . .
One of the best ways to honor Gianna is to spend our days finding ways to help those affected by Sepsis. Gianna's story: Gianna, 16 years...
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gistrong
Sep 4, 20241 min read
September is Sepsis Awareness Month, help us spread the word....
When it comes to sepsis, remember IT’S ABOUT TIME.™ Watch for: TEMPERATURE higher or lower than normal INFECTION may have signs or...
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gistrong
Sep 4, 20241 min read
Important Notice
Please know that going forward, Hall Asylum will no longer be raising funds for the Gianna Cirella Fund as part of any display at...
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GiStrong
Aug 9, 20241 min read
Thank You All & Congratulations Again to Our 2024 Golf Tournament Superstars!
We had such a wonderful turnout! We appreciate you and can't thank you all enough! Cheers to our volunteers, sponsors and participants!...
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GiStrong
Jul 11, 20242 min read
💜 We Are Building Our Board!
Serving on the Gianna Cirella Memorial Fund Board is a rewarding experience and an opportunity for personal and professional growth. We...
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GiStrong
Jun 18, 20241 min read
We would like to thank Ms. Lily Ramsey!
Ms. Lily Ramsey is a friend of Gianna's, who graduated from Toll Gate High School and went on to become a math teacher at Exeter West...
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GiStrong
Feb 13, 20241 min read
We are so happy to announce...
Rhode Island recently became the first state in New England to enact regulations to improve the recognition and treatment of sepsis. The...
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GiStrong
Feb 13, 20241 min read
We are excited to share our 2023 Annual Report with you!
Because of your generosity and support, we are able to continue to fulfill our mission to broaden sepsis education and awareness...
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GiStrong
Jan 12, 20241 min read
7th Annual Mother's Day 5k Sponsorship Opportunities & Registration are now open!
Become a 5k Sponsor! ❍ T-Shirt Sponsorship: $500 ❍ Mile Marker Sponsorship: $250 ❍ Snack Sponsorship: $150 ❍ Water Sponsorship: $150...
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GiStrong
Jan 10, 20241 min read
Big Thank Yous are in order!
We love our Fund Raisers!! Sending the very biggest thank you to Jenna and her entire class! Jenna hosted a fundraiser by selling...
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GiStrong
Nov 30, 20231 min read
❤️ 💜 Holiday Blood Drive in Honor of Gianna
First Baptist Church of East Greenwich SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2023 8:30 AM EST – 12:30 PM EST Upper Level 35 Peirce St East Greenwich The...
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GiStrong
Nov 24, 20231 min read
Our Gratitude is Endless
This year, Higgins Cavanagh & Cooney, LLP proudly celebrated the enactment of Rhode Island House Bill 5869, which established improved...
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GiStrong
Nov 22, 20231 min read
We are so very grateful for the support local businesses have given us.
This past October, Bella Vita Nutrition in celebration of their third-year anniversary, came up with some creative ways to incorporate...
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GiStrong
Nov 20, 20231 min read
Thanks to our amazing community the tradition continues...
This wonderful "Purple Day" event was hosted by several Warwick schools in November, in honor of Gianna. The staff and students combined...
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GiStrong
Nov 14, 20231 min read
Every Tuesday is Giving Tuesday.
Giving Tuesday is all about giving to the community; giving support AND appreciation. With your help, we continue to spread the...
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GiStrong
Nov 9, 20231 min read
Let's Continue to Make an Impact!
With your help, we continue to spread the word about sepsis in every way we can. Being aware and educated is key in battling sepsis!...
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GiStrong
Sep 13, 20231 min read
Today is World Sepsis Day: Acting quickly can saves lives!
350 thousand people die EVERY year as a result of Sepsis. For the first time ever, the US Budget now has 2 million dollars allotted to...
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GiStrong
Sep 5, 20231 min read
Rhode Island Passes Statewide Sepsis Legislation
In June, lawmakers in Rhode Island passed a milestone law that improves protocols for early recognition and treatment of sepsis across...
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GiStrong
Sep 5, 20231 min read
2023 Golf Tournament Thank You
The Gianna Cirella Memorial Fund would like to thank ALL who helped make our Annual Golf Tournament another successful event. This event...
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GiStrong
Jun 24, 20231 min read
The Gianna Cirella Memorial Mother's Day 5k Walk/Run was a success!
Thank you once again to all of our sponsors, supporters, volunteers and participants! Click here to view all of the 5k pictures!
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GiStrong
Jun 24, 20231 min read
Congratulations to Our Two Scholarship Award Recipients!
We received a whopping 19 applications and we are so proud and honored with each and every student that applied. In May we awarded 2...
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GiStrong
Jun 19, 20231 min read
RI Lawmakers Send Sepsis Treatment Bill to McKee’s Desk
After 4 long years of hard work, we have hit a great milestone in our battle against sepsis! We are not done yet, we still have some...
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GiStrong
Jun 6, 20231 min read
4th Annual Golf Tournament will be at Cranston Country Club
Please join us at our 4th Annual GiStrong Golf Tournament at Cranston Country Club 69 Burlingame Rd, Cranston, RI 02921 Saturday,...
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GiStrong
Feb 8, 20231 min read
We are excited to share our 2022 Recap with you!
Because of your generosity and support, we are able to continue to fulfill our mission to broaden sepsis education and awareness...
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gistrong
May 31, 20221 min read
3rd Annual Golf Tournament will be at Cranston Country Club
Please join us at our 3rd Annual GiStrong Golf Tournament at Cranston Country Club 69 Burlingame Rd, Cranston, RI 02921 Saturday, August...
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gistrong
May 31, 20221 min read
Scholarships have been Awarded!
We are honored to be able to award two, $3000.00 GiStrong Scholarships! The recipients are Annabelle LaFauci who will be attending URI...
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gistrong
May 12, 20221 min read
$10,000 Donation to the local Ronald McDonald House
Working towards our mission . . . We were able to Adopt-a-Room (Rm #205) at the local Ronald McDonald House ($10,000 Donation), where...
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gistrong
May 12, 20221 min read
GiStrong Care Bags to the Hasbro PICU
Working towards our mission . . . This year we have been able to supply approximately a dozen GiStrong Care Bags to the Hasbro PICU for...
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gistrong
Feb 22, 20221 min read
Purple Day
This wonderful event was hosted by Warwick Vets Middle School. It is truly amazing that the two schools that continually surpass all of...
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gistrong
Nov 9, 20211 min read
GiStrong DECEMBER 2021 Raffle Calendar
Purchase our GiStrong December Raffle Calendar for $10 before November 30th to be entered to WIN! For the month of December, daily prizes...
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gistrong
Oct 21, 20211 min read
Good Night Lights, "Remembering Gianna"
Jeep Wave Club led the way to another fantastic Good Night Lights event in memory of Gianna. The club accepted donations raising over...
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gistrong
May 27, 20211 min read
Class of 2021 Scholarship Award Recipients
We are excited, honored and proud to introduce this year's Scholarship recipients! Each student was awarded $1500.00 on behalf of The...
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gistrong
May 27, 20211 min read
Registration Open! 2nd Annual Golf Tournament
Saturday July 31, 2021 1:30pm RICHMOND COUNTRY CLUB 74 Sandy Pond Road, HopeValley, RI 02832 Registration 12:00pm - 1:00pm Shotgun Start...
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gistrong
May 27, 20211 min read
Big Thanks to Amanda & Cole Preston
We would like to recognize and express our deepest gratitude to Amanda & Cole Preston for their generous recommendation for a $250...
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