Lyle Rakers Charitable Foundation

05/13/2026

It’s time to register your team for the 9th Annual Lyle Rakers Golf Classic. Don’t wait too long; spaces fill fast!

05/11/2026

Join forces with us on September 21, 2026, for the 9th Annual Rakers Classic golf tournament, where collective strength fuels pioneering ALS research and transforms possibilities. Registration is now open.

Join us at 9th Annual Lyle Rakers Classic

01/19/2026

The Lyle Rakers Charitable Foundation is honored to have presented a $170,000 donation to the Miller Lab at Washington University, marking a significant advancement in ALS research. This milestone was made possible through the collective efforts of our supporters, who participated in various fundraising events throughout the year, including the 8th Annual Lyle Rakers Golf Tournament, Tee’d Off At ALS Golf Tournament, Parkway West Longhorns Hoops for Hope-ALS Night, and regular monthly contributions. We are grateful to our supporters for your dedication to this important cause!

09/16/2025

Thanks again to everyone who either came out and supported us yesterday at the golf tournament, made a donation online, or took part in our auction. What a great day! If anyone who attended yesterday has a good pic to share, please throw it on here! See everyone again in 2026!

09/12/2025

Only 3 days until the 8th Annual Rakers Golf Tournament to benefit ALS research. Can’t play?
Check out our online auction with some amazing items and fun experiences. Good luck and keep bidding!

07/30/2025

The 8th Annual Rakers Golf Classic is officially full! Please consider supporting local ALS research with a sponsorship or donating an auction item. Thank you all!

was created in 2018 in order to raise funds towards the research of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Motor Neurone Disease (MND) or Lou Gehrig's disease. ALS is a disease that causes the death of neurons controlling voluntary muscles, which causes muscle weakness and lack of muscle...

06/17/2025

Registration is now open! Please consider forming a team and joining us at the 8th Annual Rakers Classic golf tournament. Your support will make a difference for ALS research. We hope to see you on Monday, September 15th, 2025!

Join us at 8th Annual Rakers Classic

12/20/2024

The Lyle Rakers Foundation is thrilled to announce the presentation of a $200,000 check to the Miller Lab at Washington University, thanks to the unwavering dedication of numerous committed individuals. Our hope is that this donation will support the ongoing pursuit of a cure for ALS.

09/14/2024

Only 2 days until the 7th Annual Rakers Golf Tournament to benefit ALS research. Can’t play?
Check out our online auction with the best items ever this year. Good luck and keep bidding!

05/28/2024

Want to make a difference in ALS research? Consider a sponsorship in the 7th Annual Rakers Classic!