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Friends and family gathered on Saturday, September 13, for the Ocean City ALS United Walk.
Hosted by ALS United Mid-Atlantic, the Ocean City ALS United Walk brought together over three hundred people, all united in support of those affected by ALS. Together, walk teams raised an incredible $135,000 to benefit local ALS care services and crucial research efforts.
The day kicked off with teams gathering to take photos, picking up their t-shirts, and adding personal notes of love and support to their ALS United Walk signs. During the Opening Ceremony, Jeff Cline, ALS United Mid-Atlantic’s Executive Director, shared some uplifting words about the importance of the event in funding local care services.
As the ceremony wrapped up, ALS United Mid-Atlantic took a moment to celebrate the Champions United Club members, who each raised over $1,000, along with the top three fundraising teams and individuals.
Champions United Club Members
- Deborah Gibian
- Guy Dunagan
- Irene Flannery
- Jennifer Allegra
- Judith Mueller
- Kevin Kavanagh
- Lisa Perry
- Raymond Morrisey
- Regina Shuster
- Thomas Hunter
- Wayne Kofroth
- William O’Sullivan
Top Three Individual Fundraisers
- Guy Dunagan
- Lisa Perry
- Kevin Kavanagh
Top Three Teams
- Jo’s Rowdy Goudies
- Kickin’ Up a Cure BAM!
- Joe U’s Crew
Team Tazy and Jo’s Rowdy Goudies had the special honor of officially kicking off the 2025 Ocean City ALS United Walk with a cheerful ribbon-cutting ceremony.
As participants strolled along the boardwalk, they took time to snap photos and share heartfelt memories of loved ones.
“The 24th annual Ocean City ALS United Walk was a wonderful day, filled with love, laughter, and hope. It was heartwarming to see everyone come together to honor those living with ALS and remember those we’ve lost,” expressed Kerry Braun, Director of Corporate & Community Engagement. “On behalf of everyone at ALS United Mid-Atlantic, I want to extend a huge thank you to every participant, donor, sponsor, and volunteer. Your support means the world!”
The event was proudly sponsored by Village ShopRite, Joseph F. Umosella Family Foundation, AC Photo, AtlantiCare, The Fractured Prune, Johnson’s Popcorn, LSL Brands, McLaughlin Construction Management, and OceanFirst Bank.
Supporters can donate to the Ocean City ALS United Walk through the end of the year. To donate, visit www.OceanCityALSUnitedWalk.org.
About ALS United Mid-Atlantic:
Since 1977, ALS United Mid-Atlantic has worked to improve the quality of life for families impacted by ALS by investing in quality care programs, empowering patients through advocacy, and promoting groundbreaking research towards new treatments and a cure.
ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves more than 1,200 people each year and covers a service area that encompasses eastern and central Pennsylvania, southern and central New Jersey, and all of Delaware.