Walkin for Willie
2024
Thank you for helping me reach my Walk to Defeat ALS fundraising goal! The Walk to Defeat ALS raises funds to support those affected by ALS and to spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure.
My dad, Willie, was diagnosed in October 2020 and our world was turned upside down. ALS gradually robbed my dad of all physical abilities, relying on my mom and others to do everything for him. Sadly, we lost him on 11/4/23 to this awful disease.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis. ALS can strike anyone, and presently there is no known cause or cure.
That's why I'm walking. To change the statistics. To bring help and hope to those living with the disease. To ensure that no one ever hears the words: "You have ALS" again.
The past few years have brought incredible advancements in ALS research, expanded access to care for people living with ALS, and enabled legislation that impacts the quality of life of people with ALS and their families.
But we can't stop now. The key to a cure begins with you.
Please consider walking with me on September 27th at Cedar Crest College or sponsoring me. With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease.
My Achievements
I am part of the Champions United Club!
I raised $1,000 to join the Champions United Club.
I Made a Difference!
I supported this event with a personal donation.
Personal Progress:
of Goal
$1,204
Raised
$500.00
Fundraising Honor Roll
Anonymous
$257
Mary Ann Gibbons
$100
Mrs. Larissa Gibbons
$100
Facebook Fundraiser
$100
Christine Melillo
$100
Facebook Fundraiser
$77
Facebook Fundraiser
$51
Facebook Fundraiser
$51
Robert Schweitzer
$51
Hernandez Family
$50
Facebook Fundraiser
$48
Facebook Fundraiser
$40
Facebook Fundraiser
$30
Gianna Paskewitz
$30
Facebook Fundraiser
$26
Facebook Fundraiser
$25
Facebook Fundraiser
$25
Facebook Fundraiser
$20
Facebook Fundraiser
$20