This year we introduced you to Christina āChrisā Waters, the president, CEO and Founder of RARE Science. Chris is a delight to work with. Sheās incredibly smart, full of energy, and passionate about the work her organization has been doing to find therapies and resources for children stricken with rare diseases. BERNINA shares in Chrisā vision to see to it that every child with a rare disease is presented with their very own Rare Bear. The RARE Bears bring support at many levelsāthey bring joy to kids and support parents.