Andrew's Army (formerly Team Andrew Hunter)
TWELVE YEARS AND STILL GOING STRONG
Eleven years ago we came together as family and friends to honor the memory and the fight of Andrew D. Hunter, Sr. We have named our team to acknowledge his service to our country and to enlist everyone in his army, Andrew's Army, to continue the fight. 5 years ago we also lost Andrew's beloved wife and caregiver Phyllis C. Hunter. Her devotion to the fight against ALS was steadfast and resolute. Join, donate, or participate in the Walk to Defeat ALS on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at 9am, wherever you are in the world, for Virtual Walk. Wear one of your shirts from a prior year and walk your neighborhood or local park. Please take pictures and share on social media. Although we cannot be together in person, we can still connect and raise money as family and friends in remembrance of Andrew D. Hunter, Sr. and Phyllis C. Hunter.
Why We Need Your Help
Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's Disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of an ALS patient averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis.
Every 90 minutes a person in this country is diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes another person will lose their battle against this disease. ALS occurs throughout the world with no racial, ethnic, or socioeconomic boundaries.
This crippling disease can strike anyone. Presently there is no known cause of the disease yet it still costs loved ones an average of $200,000 a year to provide the care ALS patients need. Help make a difference and donate or join a walk today.
