Thank you for helping us reach our fundraising goal! Together we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by ALS. Our team is committed to raising money to support people in our community with ALS and spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure. Please consider joining our team in the Walk to Defeat ALS® or choose a team member from the list and donate to our cause.
WHY WE NEED YOUR HELP
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.
That’s why we’re participating in the Walk to Defeat ALS. To bring hope. To raise awareness. To provide resources and services to families free of charge. To help unlock the mystery of ALS and find the key to treatments and a cure. Will you join us?
ABOUT ALS
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 a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis.
ALS can strike anyone. Presently there is no known cause of the disease, yet it still costs loved ones an average of $250,000 a year to provide the care people living with ALS and their families need. Join the movement to provide help and hope today!
ABOUT VARC
At the Vanderbilt ALS Research Center, we are dedicated to pioneering breakthroughs that illuminate the path towards early detection and treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Guided by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and fueled by compassion, we envision a future where individuals affected by ALS are empowered with early interventions, transforming their journey towards improved quality of life. Together, with a community of researchers, clinicians, and advocates, we strive to unlock the mysteries of ALS, ushering in a new era of hope and well-being for all those impacted by this challenging disease
