Hi friends,

Thank you SO much for your continued support! 

My brother, Ryan, passed away from ALS in 2020. He fought it with all his might. If you know him, that's just what you would expect. Through perseverance and a sense of humor, he lived life to the fullest everyday.

6,000 people are diagnosed with ALS each year. It is an ugly, ugly disease. ALS takes away the ability to walk, dress, write, speak, swallow, and breathe. But, with every scientific advance, we get closer to the cure. 

As I walk to defeat ALS this year, please consider donating to the ALS Association to provide HOPE for individuals and their families who experience the devastating impacts of this terrible disease and so that we can DEFEAT ALS!

To learn more about Ryan's journey with ALS, see our team page here.

Thank you for supporting me and helping me reach my Walk to Defeat ALS® fundraising goal!

~Rachel

More information below about this important fight:

The past few years have brought incredible advancements in ALS research, expanded access to care for ALS patients, and enabled legislation that impacts the quality of life of patients and their families. WE CAN'T STOP NOW!

With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease. 

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 though support is bringing researchers closer to an answer. In the mean time it costs 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.