I am participating in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon as part of Team Race for ALS because I believe in the mission of the Les Turner ALS Foundation and because I lost my Father to this horrible disease.  These organizations provide a lot of help and guidance to both the people diagnosed with ALS but also their families.  This won't bring my Dad back but it helps me feel a little closer to him and to try and help others going through this. This cause is important to me and I’d greatly appreciate your support of my efforts.

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.

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.

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.