Did you know the lifetime risk of developing ALS is just 1 in 300? There is no known cure for ALS and, once diagnosed, patients typically live only three to five years. These are alarming facts about ALS, but we can help change the course of the disease and ensure that progress is made towards finding life-enhancing treatments and a cure.

My family and I experienced the every day challenges of living with ALS. My husband Eric was diagnosed with ALS in October of 2009 and lost his battle in 2012.  

I am running the 2023 Chicago Marathon with Team Race for ALS in Eric's memory. I am running to keep fighting Eric's battle. I am running for a cure to this horrible disease and try to help other patients and families going through the same struggles we did. I am running for those who can't.

The Les Turner ALS Foundation is here to care for those affected by the disease, answer their questions and support them and their loved ones every step of their journey.

Les Turner ALS Foundation provides the best possible care to people living with ALS and their families in the Chicagoland area and I believe that the funds we raise together will lead to a cure for ALS. This cause is important to me and I’d greatly appreciate your support of my efforts.

Please consider making a donation to help me reach my fundraising goal. Together, we can make an impact and create a world free of ALS.