In this episode of My City Talks, Corey sits down with Krisha Keeran, former intern, medical school hopeful, and co-founder of Club Kids for a Cause. After surviving a devastating accident, Krisha turned her recovery into a purpose, raising over $65,000 through tennis tournaments to support healthcare causes. This summer, her story comes full circle as she hosts a tournament in her honor to fund continuing education for nurses at UIHC. Listen as Krisha shares how Iowa City saved her life and why helmets, hope, and community still drive her mission.Show Notes:Guest: Krisha Keeran Host: Corey Dion LewisTopics Covered:Krisha’s start with My City My Health as its first internFounding Club Kids for a Cause after a family friend’s breast cancer diagnosisGrowing the nonprofit to raise over $65,000 through tennis events and merchandiseSurviving a near-fatal bike accident and the role UIHC played in her recoveryThe emotional and personal significance of this year’s tournament in West Des MoinesPromoting helmet safety and partnering with the Iowa Bike CoalitionCreating a scholarship fund for SnakeU nurses at the University of Iowa HealthcareHow to support: buying merch, attending the tournament, or donating via VenmoEvent Info: Club Kids for a Cause Summer Classic 📍 Valley Southwoods, West Des Moines 📅 July 11–13, 2025 Proceeds benefit a new fund for nurse education in Krisha’s honor.Support & Connect:Instagram: @clubkidsforacauseFacebook: Club Kids for a CauseMerch: Available through July 30Follow Krisha: @KrishaKeeranWant to be featured? Email: [email protected]

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