Sherri Stone

Age 47

Elk Grove, California 		  "Teamwork is the magic that turns dreams into reality and obstacles into success"

One third of the people waiting for an organ transplant will die before a donor can be found. Please consider supporting me in my efforts to raise awareness and increase the donor pool. 		 
Contribute
If you are interested in contributing to our cause on my behalf, please click here.
Professional Background:
Academic Manager in the Department of Radiology at UC Davis Medical Center.
Family and Personal Background:
I was born and raised in Rhode Island, where most of my family still lives. I moved to California in 1985 to attend the University of San Francisco and after earning a MBA in finance, I worked and lived in the bay area until 1993. The lure of cheaper housing and a better job as well as a quieter life style, less traffic congestion, and an abundance of open space lured me to the "valley". I now live on Laguna Lake in Elk Grove with my son, Jake (16) and fiancée, Chris.
Athletic Background:
As my son, Jake, grew older and needed me less, I found myself spending more time working out with friends: swimming, cycling, and running. Naturally, I was drawn to competitive sports, first running 5 & 10Ks then competing in triathlons.
I am a USAT ranked age group triathlete, 2005 & 2006. I feel the most challenging event I ever participated in was the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon in 2006, particularly the 1.5 mile swim from the island to the shore. I was 5 months post-op from ankle surgery and not feeling very confident in my abilities. My motto that year was, "complete rather than compete". Finishing the triathlon that day in May, made me feel I could accomplish anything as long as I put my mind to it.
Why are you involved in Team Donate Life?
When I decided to enter the Race Across America (RAAM) in 2007, a former team mate from the 2006 race and I decided to recruit an all women’s team. At the time, we did not realize it had never been done before! Training along side these 7 amazing women, aged 34 to 65, has been, both, inspiring and overwhelming. However, I always remember that I can ride a bike and spread the message of Organ donation while so many others anxiously awaits their life saving gift. For all of those individuals, I am using my passion for cycling to further the cause of Organ Donation Awareness!