This year I am running the marathon as an anniversary milestone of my 1st marathon 20 years ago.  I chose to participate as a fundraising runner for ALS because it is an important cause for my family.  My Dad passed away into glory on March 13th of this year with a diagnosis of ALS.  My prayer is that by raising funds for this cause more families will be able to get the care and support they need when a loved one is going through this.

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.

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! I believe in providing 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.