Advancing Awareness of Epilepsy & SUDEP - The Danny Did Foundation
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Advancing Awareness of Epilepsy & SUDEP

Who We Are

Founded by Chicagoans Mike and Mariann Stanton after the Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) of their son Danny just before his fifth birthday. We are dedicated in our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures. The foundation is named after the last line of Danny's obituary, written by his dad:

Please go and enjoy your life. Danny did.

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Danny’s example to all of us was that Danny Did take his time in life, Danny Did engage others in his life, and Danny Did enjoy his life. Danny Did, and we can –and will– through time, people, and passion succeed in our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures.
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Danny Did Device Program

Because of the Danny Did Grant Program, we have been able to help many families who need cost reduction of seizure detection and seizure prediction devices - as well as other technologies - that are designed to enable intervention by a caregiver.
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Our Mission

To close the gaps in epilepsy care by advancing public awareness of epilepsy and the risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), and by providing resources and education to fulfill our commitment of preventing deaths caused by seizures.

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Our Vision

We envision a world where healthcare providers routinely and transparently communicate the risks associated with epilepsy, including SUDEP and other potential causes of mortality. We are committed to raising awareness and expanding access to technologies that support early intervention during a seizure and enhance safety for those living with epilepsy.

Our Commitment

Danny Did is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the way that we operate, and in the families and communities that we serve.

Stories of Impact

Danny continues to have an impact on this world long past his last breath. We have received emails and letters from people around the world who have been affected by epilepsy and SUDEP.
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Make a Difference

Your giving support makes a huge impact for the 1 in 26 Americans who will develop epilepsy over their lifetime. Your tax deductible contribution supports our mission to protect people who face epilepsy. Every size gift enables us to advance epilepsy and SUDEP awareness, educate youth about seizure safety, further public policies that positively impact people with epilepsy, and most all of, to support families with practical resources that protect their loved ones.
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News & Events

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