Mission
The Christina Rose Smith Foundation: Making Moments Matter was established in 2024 after the untimely and tragic death of our beloved sister Christina. In her life, Christina was driven to make connections with the people around her. Those connections were enhanced daily by her dedication to support local youth in their journey through life. The Christina Rose Smith Foundation seeks to continue her legacy of kindness, generosity and love of people by supporting her dedication and commitment to local youth and community.
About Christina Rose Smith
April 26, 1965 – August 7, 2021
Christina Rose Smith lived her life surrounded by family and friends. A “middle child” (as she reminded everyone), she brought friends into the fold who became family. Chrissy united and connected ALL as she raced through her life to make it to somebody’s next important moment or event. She connected easily with everyone and even adopted the friends of her family members. She knew what was important to each person because they became part of her story too.
Chrissy was the epitome of living life to the fullest. From riding her bike, playing tennis or golf, swimming, or paddle boarding to spontaneously visiting her friends and family, she was always on the go. She traveled and continued to collect more friends along the way. She was passionate about good food, good wine, and good music. She loved the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Blackhawks, Indiana Hoosiers, and Rafael Nadal (to name a few). Her zest for life was unmatched.
As a professional, she did not accept mediocrity in serving her clients. She was an excellent physical therapist professionally and personally to family members, friends and strangers that became her community. She never turned down an opportunity to help out another in need, and we can all grow from her examples of compassion for others.
Chrissy was a daughter, sister, super aunt, cousin, friend, neighbor, athlete, mentor, and community supporter. She juggled those roles with love in her heart and unending energy and dedication.
Acts of kindness
We are incredibly proud of our accomplishments during our first year as an established foundation, working to spread Chrissy’s generosity and love to others. This wouldn’t be possible without the support from her people, who are now our people. We can’t wait to see what 2025 brings!
- Donated to AAIM (Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists) and came together with this passionate community who works to raise awareness about the consequences of impaired driving
- “Adopted” local families during the holiday season, helping to spread Christmas magic to those in need
- Contributed to a softball scholarship at the University of Minnesota Duluth
- Provided scholarships at ICCP, Chrissy’s alma mater
- Supported the Y-noT Project, which honors Tony Borcia and seeks to end intoxicated boating tragedies
- Donated to We Pop Up in Elmhurst, IL
- Supported Girls on the Run, a cause that was close to Chrissy’s heart
CRS Miles for Moments 5K
The Christina Rose Smith Foundation: Making Moments Matter strives to gather annually for the Miles for Moments 5k. To honor Chrissy, we celebrate two of the things she loved most – people and being active!
For the 4th Annual Miles for Moments 5k in 2025, we set a goal of raising $15,000 to go toward our mission of supporting local youth and community. Thanks to YOU, her people, we MORE THAN DOUBLED IT!!! This year’s generous sponsors, donors, and registrants carried us here and we are overwhelmed in a great way.
Thank you to our 2025 sponsors & Donors
Charles
Smith
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