For more than ten years, Donna has worked with The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter as Director of Development. She has also been a constant advocate, supporting the chapter’s ALS families through fundraising initiatives, and a caring, compassionate ally throughout their ALS journey. Hayley and Felicia joined Donna in her mission to help people impacted by ALS when they were young girls.
When Peggy Jennerman's husband was diagnosed with ALS, it was not something either of them expected to hear.
As Dave's symptoms progressed Peggy reached out to the ALS Association Wisconsin Chapter and share her experience in her own words.
The Jane Calmes ALS Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year! This fund will provide a $5,000 scholarship to students seeking a college degree or vocational certificate who have been financially burdened by an ALS diagnosis. The deadline to apply is May 18, 2022.
The ALS Association, in collaboration with ALS Finding a Cure, recently awarded $400,000 to support research into the role SARM1 gene mutations play in the development and progression of ALS, with the ultimate goal of using an improved understanding of SARM1 to develop new treatments.
We recently spoke with Jo-Ann Clynch, volunteer and board member for The ALS Association Florida Chapter, to learn more about her personal connection to ALS and her passion to join the fight against the disease.