Gals for Cal

06/10/2024

EXCITING NEWS! Registration is still open for our 16th annual Gals for Cal triathlon event AND if you register with us before June 15th you'll receive our special Gals registration discount!

We welcome all you ladies and all abilities! Join us as part of a relay or take on the whole triathlon course as an individual at the Max Performance Triathlons Title IX All Women's Triathlon in Hopkinton, MA on Sept 8, 2024.

Get moving for those fighting Duchenne muscular dystrophy with this inspirational and dedicated group of women.

Let us know of your interest, get more info and get registered with us here: https://www.jettfoundation.org/team-jett/gals-for-cal/

02/25/2024

EXCITING NEWS! Registration is now open for our 16th Gals for Cal triathlon team!

We welcome all you ladies interested in challenging yourself while challenging Duchenne! Join us as part of a relay or take on the whole triathlon course as an individual at the Max Performance Triathlons Title IX All Women's Triathlon in Hopkinton, MA on Sept 8, 2024.

We welcome all abilities! Older teens and adults! Swim, bike and run for those who can't because they are living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy- a fatal genetic disorder characterized by the progressive loss of muscle which results in the deterioration of the skeletal, heart, and lung muscles.

Let us know of your interest, get more info and get registered with us here: https://www.jettfoundation.org/team-jett/gals-for-cal/

06/07/2023

Will you join us for our 15th Anniversary event?

04/06/2023

EXCITING NEWS! Registration is now open for our 15th anniversary Gals for Cal triathlon team!

We welcome all you ladies interested in challenging yourself while challenging Duchenne! Join us as part of a relay or take on the whole triathlon course as an individual at the Max Performance Triathlons Title IX All Women's Triathlon in Hopkinton, MA on Sept 10, 2023.

We welcome all abilities! Older teens and adults! Swim, bike and run for those who can't because they are living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy- a fatal genetic disorder characterized by the progressive loss of muscle which results in the deterioration of the skeletal, heart, and lung muscles.

Let us know of your interest, get more info and get registered with us here: https://www.jettfoundation.org/team-jett/gals-for-cal/

04/04/2023

What is your "Why?" An inspiring conversation with Gals for Cal Jett Foundation & Solid
Biosciences about their mission at Title 9
Triathlon each year. Link to Podcast episode below.


https://www.buzzsprout.com/935203

12/08/2022

Hello Gals, friends and family! When I see a post like the one below I immediately melt with pride thinking of the village it took to make these life changing gifts possible and that village includes EVERY single Gal for Cal! Past, present AND future!

Thank you ALL for the gift that you are to the entire Duchenne community!

As we head into 2023, the 15TH YEAR (can you believe that?!) of the gift of the Gals, we have BIG plans to Tri again and celebrate each of you!

We welcome past Gals and NEW Gals, your friends, your classmates, coworkers and your family who are all looking for ways to help Duchenne families! Come be a part of something bigger than yourself and join our incredible team of women of all ages and abilities! Come join us as we challenge ourselves while challenging Duchenne!

We want to hear YOUR ideas for making our 15th year the biggest and best one yet! Please share your comments below or shoot us a DM. If you’d like to be more involved in planning for our tremendous milestone of a 15th year, please let us know!

Looking forward to the New Year with bells on, or at least running shoes and a brand new 15th year re-make of the original Gals for Cal triathlon top-you know the one you can even swim in!

Cindy Quitzau
Mom to Cal, now age 21!

Monday, November 13 was an exciting day for both the Simpson family and Jett Foundation as we delivered an accessible vehicle to Andrew and Heather in the State of Washington.

“Now that I look at our dream vehicle parked in the garage, I am so grateful that my friend pushed me to apply to the Accessible Vehicle Fund,” says Heather.

Read the family’s full blog post at https://www.jettfoundation.org/simpson-family-receives-dream-accessible-vehicle/.
Ryan's Quest Michael's Cause Sarepta Therapeutics

09/08/2022

07/27/2022

We are sooo excited for our 14th anniversary of the Gals for Cal! Our 2022 team continues to grow to “tri for Duchenne “! 40 Gals are registered so far! Thank you so much!! It’s not too late to join us! Challenge yourself while challenging Duchenne! Do the whole tri or join a relay! We even have a few relays that are looking specifically for swimmers---anyone know someone who wants to experience the magic of the Gals? Please let us know!

Deets are here! https://www.jettfoundation.org/go-for-duchenne/gals-for-cal/

03/02/2022

Did you know?? The 2022 Gals are organizing for our 14th annual all women’s Triathlon team NOW! Registrations are already rolling in! Save your spot on the team before the race fills up! Please use this link to begin your official registration to be a 2022 Gal and to get your name on the official Gals for Cal roster for the Title 9 tri in Hopkinton, MA in September! All abilities welcome! https://www.jettfoundation.org/go-gals
Jett Foundation

WHEN: Sunday, September 11, 2022WHERE: Hopkinton, MA WHAT: Title 9 Triathlon | Sprint Triathlon | Swim: .25 mile; Bike: 15 mile; Run: 3 mileFUNDRAISING COMMITMENT: $500

08/20/2021

If one of you ladies out there are race ready and have been wanting to tri with the Gals for Cal on Sept. 12th in the Title 9 triathlon in Hopkinton, Ma but are hesitant because of the registration fees—please message me. I may have a spot for you with your registration fee covered! But hurry!!!

08/06/2021

Why we tri!!! Thanks to all who make this happen for families with Duchenne!!

Congratulations to brothers Raylee Odom and Christian Cumbie on receiving their new accessible vehicle!

“Not having good transportation really hindered our ability to do things freely,” says mom, Carissa.

Now they are enjoying a new set of wheels and already planning tons of fun adventures, thanks to generous donors!

Read more about Raylee and Christian’s Jett Giving Fund story on our blog at https://www.jettfoundation.org/blog.

07/02/2021

Max is proud to support the mission of Gals for Cal & Jett Foundation at the Title 9 Triathlon this September. Learn more about this amazing group of women and join their team!

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The Gals for Cal triathlon team began with one mom, Cindy Quitzau and her son Cal, who was diagnosed with Duchenne 13 years ago. She wanted to challenge herself and challenge Duchenne while raising funds and awareness for Jett Foundation and the families we serve. Gals for Cal's dedication to this community has resulted in nearly $700,000 raised since their founding, which has provided vital support to Jett Foundation's mission of improving the lives of children and young adults impacted by Duchenne.

Today, the Gals for Cal team has grown from 10 friends and family that first year to well over 150 women over the past 12 years. This is a very special year to be a Gal, as it is Jett Foundation’s 20th anniversary and Cal will celebrate his 20th birthday this November.

You don’t need to know someone with Duchenne to be part of this team, but you can bike, swim, and run for those who can’t. And, bask in the motivating and inspiring “Go Gals!” cheers along the route with every step you take! Sign up by July 7th to get a discount code to join our team!

https://www.jettfoundation.org/go-gals

06/02/2021

We are so excited to share that the Title 9 Hopkinton Triathlon by Max Performance Triathlons is happening IN PERSON in 2021 on Sunday September 12th! With the recent CDC guidance and vaccinations on the rise, we are thrilled to unite the Gals for Cal for their 13th year! This year is uniquely special because it is Jett Foundation’s 20th anniversary and Cal Quitzau’s 20th birthday - what great inspiration to dust off your bike, find your running shoes and those swim goggles and start training to challenge yourself and challenge Duchenne! Interested ladies, please fill out our sign up form today. Once you sign up we will send you an email with our Gals only discount code to register for the Title 9 Triathlon as part of the 2021 Gals for Cal team! Instructions to set up your fundraising page will also be included. PM us if you have any questions or need more info. Go Gals!!
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https://www.jettfoundation.org/go-gals-register

Join the Gals back on-the-ground this year at the women's Hopkinton Title 9 Triathlon on Sunday, September 12! Fill out the sign-up form below to confirm your participation. You will receive an email with a discount code to register with Max Performance, and a JustGiving link to set up your personal...

05/26/2021

SAVE THE DATE! Sept 12, 2021. After a lonely year, The Gals are back in 2021! And not only is it Jett Foundation 20th birthday, it is also Calvin’s 20th birthday! 🎈Let’s show all the amazing Duchenne families how we “Tri like a Gal” for them! Stay tuned for the Gals for Cal registration details coming out next week from Jett Foundation. Please join us as we swim, bike and run for those who can’t!

05/06/2021

Hey Gals!
I just received this in an email from the Jett Foundation!

Any gals want to do this “virtual” event together??
Maybe we bike ride the path on the Cape or walk a trail somewhere together. Any ideas??

Just had an inspired thought I had reading the email. What do you gals think?? It would be great to connect in person again 💗

https://jettfoundation.blackbaud-sites.com/

Virtual athletic challenge to celebrate 20 years of Jett Foundation impact

01/27/2020

THIS! Check out the video link for a glimpse of the glory of being a Gal! https://video214.com/play/o0vutIyOV0aUdr15An6ZxA/s/dark?fbclid=IwAR1UYrFW-tA5q9MRa13W2clsWHZ959OigT5H7eN9yXD-s0tOI1bZzBI7OyE

Thanks to Tara Lynn Photography for capturing a day in the life of a Gal.
We are so excited to announce our 2020 REGISTRATION is open now for the Title 9 Triathlon! We welcome women of ALL abilities to tri with us! Message us with your interest or more info and to sign up. https://video214.com/play/o0vutIyOV0aUdr15An6ZxA/s/dark?fbclid=IwAR1UYrFW-tA5q9MRa13W2clsWHZ959OigT5H7eN9yXD-s0tOI1bZzBI7OyE

09/27/2019

One of several programs of Jett Foundation that The Gals proudly support as it is directly changing lives of individuals and their families who are living with the monster that is Duchenne. There is still time to get your donation counted! https://www.firstgiving.com/event/11421/Gals-for-Cal-2019

Applications for our 2020 Jett Giving Fund program will be live beginning Tuesday, October 1. Stay tuned for another announcement with a link to our online application by noon on Tuesday. For more information on the program, please visit our website at jettfoundation.org/jett-giving-fund.

Jett Giving Fund is a matching gift program that helps families in our community with the purchases of vital accessibility equipment, like accessible vans, stairlifts, and more. Families raise half the funds needed for their piece of equipment and Jett Foundation covers the remaining half thanks to the generosity of individual donors, sponsors, and grantors who support the program.