IMPORTANT UPDATE: The safety of the ALS community is always our top priority. Out of an abundance of caution, the Central & Southern Chapter has made changes to various chapter activities and events. Click Here for more information. We are continuing to evaluate our planned Chapter’s activities and events, in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Ohio Department of Health guidelines. We are promoting everyday preventive health actions to all our participants and staff.
WALK YOUR WAY TO END ALS!
Sunday, September 26, 2021
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ALS EVENTS ADVISORY COUNCIL MEMBERS WANTED NOW!
If you're passionate about stopping ALS, we invite you to join the ALS Association Events Advisory Committee in your community. Share your skills, experience, and talents and join the Movement to create a world without ALS. Committee members help guide and plan the Walk to Defeat ALS and other events ground-up from kick-off to wrap-up. The Committee meets once a month for an hour focusing on recruitment, sponsorship, social media, marketing and outreach, and event logistics and production to enhance fundraising and events awareness experiences to ensure success.
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WE NEED YOUR IDEAS, ADVICE AND SUPPORT!
New members are welcome to join anytime throughout the year.
Contact: walk@alsohio.org or 614-273-2573 ext. 101
ATTENTION DAYTON-AREA Supporters!
Matching Donors Want to Ignite Your Teams Giving!
As we head toward Walk to Defeat ALS season, one anonymous donor has decided to reward those who make their Dayton Walk Gifts early.
Here's their challenge to you:
Make your gift for the Dayton Walk to Defeat ALS HERE between July 15-31 and they will match your gift, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000 in matching donations.
That's an extra $10,000 supporting people with ALS and their families throughout our Chapter!
Please take advantage of this incredible opportunity to double the impact of your gift for ALS.
THANK YOU!
People with ALS are at an increased risk for respiratory problems associated with viral infections.
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Legends of Ohio State Football-ALS Ice Bucket Challenge!
Tune in as sixty eight years of Buckeye football legacy join forces to combat ALS. Join us LIVE on YouTube, August 9 at noon as these giants of Buckeye Football are called forth one at a time to experience a bucket of icy water dumped on them by Brutus Buckeye or the Crew Cat to raise funds and awareness for ALS. Donate to your favorite football era by selecting the button below!
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Celebrate a Loved One with ALS
Pay tribute to a friend or loved one affected by ALS. Each tribute is a personalized online fund designed to honor or memorialize someone special. Your Community of Hope fund creates a lasting legacy.
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Whether you’re newly diagnosed, navigating your journey with the disease, caring for a person with ALS, or researching the cure, there are resources to support you.
Let us help you and your family cope with the day-to-day challenges of living with ALS.
For People with ALS
Learn about our grant program, upcoming scientific meetings, and opportunities to collaborate.
For Researchers
Caring for someone with ALS is hard work. We offer resources and support to help you.
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