Moira's Mission

Moira Scully Papp, resident of Elmhurst, IL, cherishes the support and love of her husband Jim, their 3 teenagers, Annie, Claire and James and their 2 dogs, Josephine and Ruth. Ms. Papp is the youngest of 6 children, raised in Oak Lawn, IL, attended St. Catherine of Alexandria Grammar School, Mother McAuley High School and Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN. Moira is an active volunteer at Immaculate Conception Grade School and Parish, Fenwick High School and Misericordia Women's League. Always very active as a water skier, triathlete, runner and Barre.

Ms. Papp was diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome in November, 2021. Shocked by the diagnosis of a disease that affects 1 in a 1,000,000 people, Moira committed herself to learning as much as possible about the disease. Ms. Papp became intensely interested in the Stiff Person Syndrome Research Foundation, pursuing volunteer opportunities. Moira now serves on the Stiff Person Syndrome Research Foundation Registry Committee (both Steering and working), Patient Advisory Committee and The 2024 Symposium Committee. Her involvement with SPSRF has led to significant advancement for the foundation. Together with her team, Moira is working tirelessly to host the inaugural SPSRF fundraiser, raising funds to support the foundation's mission; Moira's Mission.

Despite being reshaped by the challenges of Stiff Person Syndrome, Moira remains a resilient and optimistic individual. Constantly advocating and encouraging others affected by this disease, she is spreading the word about awareness and education.

Moira's family continues to be the priority as she moves forward with her changing landscape, with this very rare disease. She and her extended family are hoping, praying and working toward a cure.

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FAQ's
Where is Moira's Mission event being held?
The event is being held, March 3, 12-5,
Stage 119
119 Commerce Ave, Elmhurst
(AKA as the Alley behind the Modern Plate / OLD Fitz's)
On the day of the event, kindly head to the checkin desk ( entrance in alley behind MODERN
PLATE) and you will pick up your name tag/lanyard. All silent and live auction items will be
purchased through the website. Please have your phones ready for the entire event.

Where do I park?
There is a parking deck directly behind the venue. The parking deck entrance is located on
Commerce Ave just North of the Elmhurst Police Station. Please ENTER the Stage 119 from
the parking deck right on Commerce Ave. or ALLEY.

Can I buy a ticket at the door?
Please help us by buying in advance so we can have your name tag printed and you do not
have to wait to enjoy the party! moira.givesmart.com or text Moira to 76278 to purchase
tickets.Thank you!

Will you take cash /credit cards at the event?
We will take Cash/Credit cards for drinks only.
All Moira's Mission tickets, etc. will go through the website, moira.givesmart.com or text Moira to
76278 to purchase tickets.
Where is the money being raised going?
All money raised from Moira's Mission fundraiser will go to the Stiff Person Syndrome Research
Foundation.

How do I receive my tickets?
Purchase tickets at: moira.givesmart.com or text Moira to 76278 .
You will receive an email confirmation. No physical tickets will be issued. On the day of the
event, kindly head to the checkin desk ( entrance in alley behind MODERN PLATE) and you will
pick up your name tag/lanyard. All silent and live auction items will be purchased through the
website. Please have your phones ready for the entire event.

Can kids attend?
Kids are welcome to attend, but each attendee must pay for a ticket. This is a bar setting so
may not be suitable for younger children.

Do I have to be present to win the raffle?
Absolutely not, we will contact you if you are a lucky winner!
Do I have to be present for the Heads or Tails raffle?
This one you need to be present for, unless you assign someone to play in your absence.

How do I redeem my winning bid? 

Some items will be available to carry home. We have a fulfillment team that will contact you on your successful bid for experiences such as concert tickets, travel packages and golf dates. 

What is the Heads or Tails raffle?
The emcee will gather all who are playing and will flip a coin and announce the outcome, if it's
heads, all those with paddles on their heads stay in the game and all those who have paddles
on their bottoms will sit down. The game goes through this cycle until there is one lucky winner!

Are you still accepting donations for auction items?
We are no longer accepting donations. We have been overwhelmed with the generosity
expressed by the community and Moira's friends. Please come and check out the many
amazing live and silent auction items.

Have a question not listed? Email Christine Falkenberg at
[email protected] and she will respond to your question