Fundraising gala aims to raise awareness around mitochondrial disease

The co-founder of Countdown for a Cure, Mitzi Solomon founded the organization in 2024 after experiencing mitochondrial disease firsthand.
Published: Jan. 20, 2026 at 12:09 PM EST

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A local non-profit is dedicating time and resources to advancing mitochondrial research.

The co-founder of Countdown for a Cure, Mitzi Solomon, founded the organization in 2024 after experiencing mitochondrial disease firsthand. Solomon’s organization is hosting an annual fundraising gala to help aid in research.

It’s an “Evening of Energy”. If you would like to attend or support, click here.