ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Turns 10 Years Old
This Summer marks 10 years since the original ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, which raised millions of dollars for ALS research and care, and incredible awareness for the ALS cause. Since the Ice Bucket Challenge began, we have seen significant advances in ALS research, including new treatments such as Radicava and Qalsody, and progress in assistive technology and communication devices.
Now you can continue the progress in ALS care and research. Families like the Brendles are taking the splash again to benefit our ALS mission.
Upcoming Events
Walk United to End ALS!
ALS United Mid-Atlantic is excited to host four ALS United Walks this fall! Starting in September, Walks will be held in Rehoboth Beach (09/07), Ocean City (09/14), Lehigh Valley (09/28), and Philadelphia (11/16). The ALS United Walk is the #1 way to fundraise for local care service programs and research. Get involved today by visiting alsunitedwalk.org.
Swing for a Cure!
Join ALS United Mid-Atlantic on Monday, October 7, for the Roger Kirk ALS United Golf Outing Hosted by Greg Gross! The annual golf outing is once again hosted at the beautiful Old York Road Country Club. Registration includes your choice of a morning or afternoon round, lunch buffet, cocktail hour, and dinner. Spots fill up fast, so don’t delay! Visit alsunitedgolf.org for more information.
Thank You, Bucks County Anglers Club
Bucks County Anglers Club (BCAC) has been raising funds for 18 years for ALS United Mid-Atlantic in memory of member Byrd Post who died of ALS in 2005. This year they raised $10,000, bringing their 18-year total to nearly $116,000. BCAC members proudly work together to benefit improved care for people with ALS and research towards new treatments and a cure.
Mary Lou Wollter Anicola (right) started the Rehoboth ALS United Walk with her mother Mary Ann.
Volunteer of the Month: Mary Lou Wollter Anicola
In 2008, Mary Lou Wollter Anicola joined her mother Mary Ann to start the Rehoboth ALS United Walk in memory of her beloved father. Since then, the Walk committee has grown and the Walk has raised over $1.2 million for the ALS cause. ALS United Mid-Atlantic is proud to spotlight Mary Lou as our August 2024 Volunteer of the Month.