Mark's Imprint on Sarcoidosis

08/30/2026

Sometimes grief catches you in the most unexpected moments.

This morning I was at the rodeo, watching kids do what they love, while also sharing a post about our upcoming breakfast.

And for some reason, my mind went to Mark’s boots.

Those boots. The ones that carried him through so much of the life he loved. The same boots that later sat filled with flowers when we said goodbye.

It was just a brief glimpse of a memory, but those are sometimes the ones that catch you the most off guard.

So much of what we do through Mark’s Imprint is about moving forward, growing hope, and doing something good in his memory.

But every once in a while, something brings you right back to where it all began.

Today, it was his boots. 💜

08/17/2026

📣 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 🏁🍂

Mark’s Imprint has an opportunity to volunteer at the Hub City Fall Dirt Drags in Richland Center!

📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
👥 Looking for 6–8 volunteers

If you can help, please comment below or send me a message. And if we don't get 6–8 people, that's okay—they'll find a spot for whatever size crew we can bring.

It should be a fun day and another opportunity for Mark’s Imprint to show up, lend a hand, and give back throughout the communities we serve. 💜🌾

08/04/2026

Your voice matters!
Must have Sarcoidosis to participate.

Survey: Microplastics and Sarcoidosis

FSR is collaborating with the University of Texas at Austin on a new research study examining environmental exposures, microplastics, and sarcoidosis. All study activities can be done from your home.

Participation involves completing an anonymous online survey (approximately 10–15 minutes). A subset of participants will then receive a brief educational video (~15 minutes) on microplastic exposure and health implications, followed by a short follow-up questionnaire approximately one week later.

Participation is completely voluntary, no identifying information will be collected, and your responses will remain anonymous.

Register here: https://loom.ly/BhGiVpw

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July from Mark's Imprint on Sarcoidosis! 💜

Today we celebrate our country, our communities, and the hope that grows when people come together.

Our Hope Grows Here float represents more than just a theme—it represents the hope we strive to bring to individuals and families affected by sarcoidosis throughout our rural communities.

As we celebrate Independence Day, we're reminded that together we can plant seeds of hope, grow awareness, and make a lasting impact—one fingerprint at a time.

Thank you to everyone who supports our mission. Every conversation, every volunteer, every donation, and every act of kindness helps us leave a lasting imprint.

From all of us at Mark's Imprint on Sarcoidosis, we wish you and your family a safe, joyful, and Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸💜🌽

06/10/2026

📣 Volunteer Opportunity

Mark's Imprint on Sarcoidosis is looking for volunteers interested in gaining experience while helping a growing Wisconsin nonprofit make a difference.

We are seeking high school students, college students, and community members who would like to contribute their time, talents, and ideas to support our mission of awareness, education, advocacy, and patient support.

Volunteers will have the opportunity to work alongside our board members, including assisting our Marketing Director, Jackie, while also supporting projects and initiatives across the organization based on their interests and skills.

Opportunities may include:

💜 Marketing and communications
💜 Social media
💜 Event planning and support
💜 Community outreach
💜 Graphic design
💜 Photography and videography
💜 Administrative support
💜 Fundraising
💜 Special projects and initiatives

Whether you're looking to build your resume, earn volunteer hours, complete an internship requirement, explore nonprofit work, or simply give back to your community, we'd love to hear from you.

If you or someone you know may be interested, please send us a message.

💜 Together, we can continue supporting patients, families, and increasing awareness of sarcoidosis throughout Wisconsin.

06/08/2026

While April has come and gone, our gratitude for the support shown during Sarcoidosis Awareness Month remains as strong as ever.

Throughout the month, we saw our communities come together in incredible ways. Businesses displayed purple light bulbs and signs, served purple drinks, wore purple hair, shared our mission, and helped spark conversations about sarcoidosis. Residents lit their homes in purple, displayed awareness signs, made personal donations, attended events, and helped spread awareness throughout their communities. We were also honored to see the Grant County Courthouse illuminated in purple in recognition of Sarcoidosis Awareness Month.

We would like to extend a special thank you to American Family Insurance, the Boscobel Woman's Club, and the Boscobel FFA for their generous donations and support of our mission.

Thank you to our healthcare partners, Grant Regional Health Center and Emplify Health by Gundersen, for helping us raise awareness throughout our communities. We are grateful to the businesses, organizations, volunteers, sponsors, donors, and community members who participated in our Go Purple campaign and Casino Night fundraiser.

We know we may not capture every act of kindness, but please know that every donation, every purple light, every shared post, every awareness display, and every conversation mattered. Together, we raised awareness, honored those affected by sarcoidosis, and continued building a stronger support network for patients and families across Wisconsin.

Because of your support, we are able to continue honoring Mark's legacy through education, awareness, patient support, scholarships, and advocacy across Wisconsin.

While April may be behind us, our mission continues every day.

Thank you for helping us grow hope across Wisconsin and reminding those affected by sarcoidosis that they are not alone.

💜 Growing Hope Across Wisconsin
💜 Hope Grows Here
💜 One Fingerprint at a Time

With gratitude,

The Mark's Imprint on Sarcoidosis Board of Directors

05/02/2026

April showed us just how powerful communities can be. 💜

From the first purple light to the last conversation sparked, Sarcoidosis Awareness Month was filled with moments that mattered. We saw businesses, homes, and landmarks across our communities shine purple.

We heard stories—some shared for the first time—and we stood together to bring awareness to a disease that is so often misunderstood.

Casino Night was more than an event—it was a night to remember Mark, to laugh, to gather, and to turn support into impact. Through every ticket, every sponsor, every donation, and every conversation… you helped push our mission forward.
Because of you, we are able to:

💜 Support research right here in Wisconsin
💜 Launch our Environmental Exposure & Awareness Survey
💜 Continue growing our assistance and scholarship programs
💜 Reach more people who are living with sarcoidosis—many in silence

This month reminded us that awareness doesn’t happen alone.

Together, we are making something bigger than all of us.

Thank you for shining your purple, sharing your stories, and standing with us.

— Mark’s Imprint on Sarcoidosis

04/25/2026

Veteran mortality from sarcoidosis has been on the rise.

Sarcoidosis is a recognized as a presumed disability under the PACT Act. The risk to veterans of acquiring sarcoidosis is not limited to those who have had exposure to burn pits, but also includes those with exposure to mold, dust, jet fuel, and the foam put down on aircraft carriers.

📢 FSR Action Alert: Advocate for Sarcoidosis Research Funding - Ask for Sarcoidosis to be included in the PRMRP under the Defense Budget FY27 📢

There are approximately 25,000 veterans are impacted by sarcoidosis. Veterans have 2x the annual prevalence of non-veterans. Further, per a recent publication, veteran mortality from sarcoidosis has been on the rise.

Sarcoidosis is a recognized as a presumed disability under the PACT Act. The risk to veterans of acquiring sarcoidosis is not limited to those who have had exposure to burn pits, but also includes those with exposure to mold, dust, jet fuel, and the foam put down on aircraft carriers.

To continue this momentum, we encourage everyone in the community to reach out to your U.S. representatives and ask them to support including sarcoidosis to the PRMRP funding. The support will be critical in helping us to assess and build better strategies to mitigate the risks to future military personnel. What we learn though this research will help ALL with sarcoidosis.

See below for how to take action and a template to use.

📧 Take Action - Email your House office through this Voter Voice link: https://loom.ly/Ztles3k

Complete the templated email with your experience and send your completed message to the email address of your House member’s staff provided by Voter Voice.

Thank you for your advocacy!

04/23/2026

Did you know?

Reggie White—one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history—passed away at just 43 years old from a cardiac arrhythmia.

An autopsy later revealed that he had both cardiac and pulmonary sarcoidosis, with granulomas found in his heart and lungs.

Prior to his passing, Reggie had been experiencing symptoms like sleep apnea and persistent coughing—signs that, at the time, did not yet have clear answers.

Sarcoidosis is often called a “silent” or misunderstood disease because it can affect multiple organs and mimic other conditions—making it difficult to diagnose until it’s too late.

💜 If something doesn’t feel right—keep pushing for answers.
💜 And if you’re living with it, know you’re not alone.

Send a message to learn more

04/22/2026

We’re seeing purple everywhere and we LOVE it! 💜 Make sure to tag us so we don’t miss your purple—every post helps spark conversations and spread awareness.