The ALS Association

05/29/2026

“When I think of ALS, many times I feel hopeless or defeated. The Walk to Defeat ALS will be a day where ALS warriors and their loved ones can show up in a radical act of rebellion and feel hope and joy. It will be a truly beautiful day.” - Taylor Nunez, Living with ALS

ALS shouldn’t impact anyone, especially a young mom like Taylor. That why events like the Walk to Defeat ALS are so important, it provides an opportunity to raise money, spread awareness to ensure we all can live in a world without ALS. Find a walk near you: walktodefeatals.org

05/28/2026

Did you know that military veterans are more likely to be diagnosed with ALS than people who have not served in the military? In recognition of Military Appreciation Month this month, we are highlighting the ways that you can join us in supporting veterans living with ALS and their families.

Discover ways that you can support ALS veterans: https://www.als.org/blog/appreciating-our-military-veterans

05/27/2026

Twenty years ago, our early investment in antisense technology helped lay the foundation for Qalsody, the first genetically targeted treatment for ALS. In people with SOD1-ALS, it has been shown to not only slow progression but, in some cases, has shown signs of restoring some function. Now, attention is turning to the other 98% of ALS cases, where therapies like QRL-201 are showing early promise by restoring key nerve cell proteins. Together, these advances are moving us closer to making ALS more livable, and ultimately more treatable, through precision biology.

From Qalsody to QRL-201: Accelerating the Development of New ALS Treatments

05/27/2026

Each June 2, the ALS community and MLB come together to celebrate Lou Gehrig Day and raise awareness about the disease that took his life. Discover how you can take part and help strikeout ALS even if you can't make it to the ballpark.
als.org/strikeoutALS

05/26/2026

Do you like authentic storytelling? Do you want to learn how the ALS community is working together to fight ALS? Then, ALS Nexus is the place to be!

We are so excited to share that our keynote speaker is the incredible Tabitha Brown - a two-time Emmy Award-winning host, four-time New York Times bestselling author, multi–NAACP Image Award winner, and entrepreneur!

Tickets are going fast! Register now at alsnexus.org.

Tabitha Brown

05/25/2026

For unknown reasons, veterans are more likely to develop than people who did not serve in the military. We're dedicated to providing resources for military veterans living with the disease and funding research that will help us understand the link between military service and ALS. Learn more: als.org/navigating-als/military-veterans

05/24/2026

Submissions are in for the 2027 The International Alliance of ALS / MND Associations Calendar, and the artwork is truly breathtaking. Each piece reflects the hope and resilience that define the ALS community. Voting is open now through June 8! Make sure to vote on the incredible entries and make your voice heard!

Check out Scout’s artwork “Celebrating Collective Joy” which captures how caregiving and determination can turn challenges into moments of joy, proving that life’s experiences are still within reach, even if they look different.

"Inspiration: In my experience, caregiving has been small acts of compassion, tremendous acts of undaunted commitment, and everything in between. Many of us have lost the ability to accomplish daily tasks for ourselves. Caregivers help us live daily lives. But they also help us keep dreaming and striving. They help make our dreams come true, whether that means getting out of bed that day, getting out of the house into nature, or going on a huge adventure." - Scout O'Gara, Artist

Browse the gallery, vote, and share the love with friends and family. www.als-mnd.org/events-programs/global-day/

05/23/2026

“I fish to give someone else a better experience with ALS - whether it’s the patient themselves or the loved ones supporting them. It gives you a great perspective on how we can come together as a community to fight this disease on all levels from patients to providers and every else associated.” — Ryan Sanvik, Fisherman

In 1995, the family and friends of Kevin Kolquist, an avid outdoorsman who was diagnosed with ALS, decided to turn their love of fishing into something greater. That’s how the Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament began.

What started as a small tournament has grown into a powerful tradition of hope, raising critical funds to support people living with ALS and their families. Three decades later, anglers are still gathering their lures and casting at the clear waters of Island Lake in Duluth, MN while raising funds that fight ALS. We are grateful for Never Surrender's Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament's support!

Whether you're a lifelong angler or just love being out on the water, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Learn more and get involved: https://www.neversurrenderinc.org/site/TR?fr_id=1250&pg=entry

05/23/2026

We are proud to announce the newest recipients of the Hoffman ALS Clinic Development and Capacity Awards, grant programs to expand access to multidisciplinary ALS care in communities across the country — from Alaska and Hawaii to Indiana and New Jersey. These new grants will bring expert ALS care to communities that don’t have it. Only half of people living with ALS currently receive multidisciplinary care, which is proven to extend survival and improve quality of life. These new Hoffman Clinic grants are changing that, one community at a time.
https://www.als.org/stories-news/als-association-awards-3-million-bring-expert-als-care-communities-dont-have-it

05/22/2026

Tennessee lawmakers delivered a major boost of hope to people across the state living with ALS. In the final state budget, the legislature approved $11 million in funding for ALS research—an important step forward in the fight to develop new treatments and, ultimately, a cure. ALS moves fast, but thanks to the hard work of our incredible advocates we can move research faster!

Learn more: https://www.als.org/stories-news/TNLegislature%2411MInvestmentInALSResearc