Generation GF Phoenix

Celiac disease isn’t just digestive. 🚨

Symptoms may include:
Anemia
Migraines
Brain fog
Infertility
Skin rash (Dermatitis Herpetiformis)

Understanding the full spectrum speeds up diagnosis.

🌟 Calling All Gluten-Free Friends in Phoenix! 🌟

Hi everyone! My name is Lisa Winiarski, and I’m the leader of our Generation GF Phoenix Support Group. I'm reaching out to our amazing community because we’re currently looking for a space to host occasional meetings and events throughout the year.

In the past, we’ve held gatherings at school cafeterias, churches with enclosed picnic areas, and gluten-free friendly spots like BEG and Knead Luv. Since we are a nonprofit group that operates solely on donations, we are specifically looking for locations that are free to use.

🔹 We typically plan 3–4 events per year (excluding the summer due to the Arizona heat), and attendance can vary.
🔹 Events are low-key, family-friendly, and welcoming to all ages.
🔹 We’re also looking for additional volunteer leaders to help plan and support events!

Here are just a few examples of the fun and educational events we've hosted in the past:

🎒 Back-to-School Info Night (504 plans, classroom tips, and lunchroom strategies)

🐣 Easter Egg Hunt

🎃 Halloween Trunk or Treat

🍪 Cookie & Cupcake Decorating Days

🍕 California Pizza Kitchen Tours

☕ Coffee with the Leaders

🩺 Doctor Q&A Night at PCH..and more!

✨ These events are also a great way for preteens and teens to earn community service hours or simply mentor younger gluten-free kids who are just starting their journey.

If you have a location—a school, church, business, or community space—that might be open to us for a few dates each year, I would love to connect. Any leads, suggestions, or support are greatly appreciated!

I know I have spoke to some people at events regarding planning more activities but again at this time we just have not had a location to hold events at.

Feel free to message me directly
Let’s keep this supportive and uplifting community going strong! 💛