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Browse archived AMCSI news, announcements, events, fundraisers, resources, and community updates from previous years. These posts are maintained for historical reference and may contain information, dates, links, or opportunities that are no longer current.

Join the 21st Annual AMCSI Conference in Columbus, Ohio for adaptive sports including kayaking, cycling, wheelchair basketball, boccia, and 4-foot hoops. All activities offer adaptive equipment, trained support, and inclusive participation for people with disabilities.

21st Annual AMSCI Conference – Adaptive Sports

Adaptive Sports at the 21st Annual AMCSI Conference! Supporting our Adaptive Sports program is essential to ensuring that people have meaningful access to recreation, movement, and community. Adaptive sports remove barriers that too often limit participation by providing the equipment, expertise, and support needed to make physical activity accessible. This program helps create spaces where individuals can engage on their

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Roger’s Run 4 AMC

Roger’s Run 4 AMC ​Celebrate 15 years and still running with Roger’s Run 4 AMC! ​We are looking forward to another great event on Saturday June 13th, 2026. This will be our 16th year running and we are so glad to have brought so much awareness about Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita to our community. In the past 16 years Roger’s Run

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Val's Bowl-A-Thon | Saturday, March 14, 2026 50/50 Raffles (Bring Cash $$$) Rab's Country Lanes 1600 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305 Registration starts at 2:30 PM | $25 per person Bowling Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Cost per person: $25 (Includes 2 hours of bowling/shoe rental/ one staff member to assist all attendees. Adaptive equipment available for those who require it.)

Val’s Bowl-A-Thon 2026

Val’s Bowl-A-Thon | Saturday, March 14, 2026

50/50 Raffles (Bring Cash $$$)

Rab’s Country Lanes
1600 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305

Registration starts at 2:30 PM | $25 per person Bowling Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
(Cost per person: $25 (Includes 2 hours of bowling/shoe rental/ one staff member to assist all attendees. Adaptive equipment available for those who require it.)

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21st Annual AMCSI Conference Schedule

Annual Conference Events Include: First Time Attendee Session Professional Medical Support/Information Sessions AMC Peer Support Sessions Children’s Programming AMCSI Dinner AMCSI Prom Annual Public Meeting Annual Group Photo Annual Silent Auction AMCSI Merchandise Store Exhibitors Full Conference Schedule Schedule is subject to change. Wednesday, July 1, 2026 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Volunteers Meetup Location: Easton Foyer 4:00 PM

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Jalon Walker – NFL’s My Cause My Cleats

 Falcons LB Jalon Walker (@jalon_walker.3o) will honor his cousin Edwin & AMC on his #MyCauseMyCleats. 💙 We are excited to share meaningful news from the upcoming NFL My Cause My Cleats initiative happening this Sunday. Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jalon Walker (@jalon_walker.3o) has chosen to represent Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) on his custom cleats, bringing nationwide visibility to our community. When

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Professional Guest Speakers

Professional Guest Speakers The following medical professionals have agreed to becoming guest speakers at our 21st Annual AMCSI Conference in Columbus, Ohio, July 1-4, 2026. Appearances are subject to change. Keynote Speaker: Todd Craighead Born and raised in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Todd has degrees in Wildlife Conservation and Communications from Oklahoma State University. He has worked as a nature instructor at

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Conference Planning Committee

Conference Planning Committee (a.k.a. The Loon Crew) Ms. Michele Schaffer Michele Schaffer and her husband Allen have four adult children, David, Andrew-AMC, Christopher, and Kaytlin. Michele currently works for the New Albany Plain Local School District as an Intervention Specialist. She joined the Board of Directors of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Support, Inc., in 2006. With the help of the amazing

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Conference Testimonials

Testimonials We are truly grateful for the thoughtful testimonials shared by attendees of our past Annual AMCSI Conferences. Hearing how these gatherings have supported, connected, and uplifted members of the AMC community means so much to us. Each message reflects the heart of why we do this work, and we deeply appreciate everyone who takes the time to share their

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21st Annual AMCSI Conference FAQs

21st Annual AMCSI Conference FAQs Event Registration & Membership Fees Why is AMCSI charging a registration fee? AMCSI strives to provide a Conference that provides not only support to our community, but education as well.  To do this, unfortunately it costs money.  The VOLUNTEER planning team strives to keep costs as affordable as possible, but like everything else, costs continue

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