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Champions for Rare Disease by raising awareness and research dollars to provide support for families in Alabama and beyond.

We help support rare disease research
& families in need.

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- Our Story -
Austin's Way Blog 

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A blog by the Austin 1st Foundation Dedicated to celebrating the remarkable life of Anthony Austin Terling Jr., whose nine years profoundly touched everyone around him.

 

Despite facing immense challenges as a “medical zebra” living with a rare disease, Austin’s resilience and love left an enduring mark on all who knew him. 

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Watch "The Austin Way" Video!

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These reflections aim to raise awareness, support research, and inspire change for families navigating rare diseases.

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$15,000 donated to Children's Hospital Foundation of Alabama for the COACHES program.
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Champions for Rare Disease by raising awareness and research dollars to provide support for families in Alabama and beyond.

501(c) (3) non-profit public charity. FEIN #83-4252915

Donations to A1F are tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. 

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