ALS In Wonderland Foundation

ALS In Wonderland Foundation Serving the great state of Arkansas Inspiring hope & empowering lives. Join us in the fight against ALS. Together, we can create change.

Our Mission

ALS In Wonderland creates awareness and provides funding directly for the benefit of PALS in the state of Arkansas. ALS In Wonderland was created and inspired by the needs and necessities that many PALS face today. We are here to help each ALS family while they are dealing with the biggest challenge of their life. Founder Lara Blume knows first hand the effects that ALS can have on a

family emotionally and financially. ALS In Wonderland Soiree'

'Imagine A World Without ALS’
Enter into a fashionable wonderland where the extraordinary is the ordinary; a fantasy world will come alive.The show will invoke the imagination, provoke the senses, and evoke the emotions of all.

'ALS In Wonderland'

We are the only ALS fashion & art show in town that sponsors and invites ALS patients and their immediate families to attend the imaginative show, partake on the festivities, while bringing ALS to the forefront. Our ALS patients are our Stars! Net profits benefit Arkansas PALS directly through the ALS In Wonderland


Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease," is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Motor neurons reach from the brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to the muscles throughout the body. The progressive degeneration of the motor neurons in ALS eventually leads to their death. When the motor neurons die, the ability of the brain to initiate and control muscle movement is lost. With voluntary muscle action progressively affected, patients in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. As motor neurons degenerate, they can no longer send impulses to the muscle fibers that normally result in muscle movement. Early symptoms of ALS often include increasing muscle weakness, especially involving the arms and legs, speech, swallowing or breathing. When muscles no longer receive the messages from the motor neurons that they require to function, the muscles begin to atrophy (become smaller). Limbs begin to look "thinner" as muscle tissue atrophies

Join us as we bring awareness to ALS and raise needed funds for patient need in Arkansas. - Federal tax ID - 501C3 46-1826315

Current Programs:
PALS Gifting Program:

ALS In Wonderland offers monthly ongoing financial gifting program for ALS patients in the state of Arkansas. Financial gifts are sent directly to PALS within 48 hours of request. PALS Home Modificating Programs: ALS In Wonderland has partnered with serveral local contractors that are able to make the needed home modifications. PALS Transportation: ALS In Wonderland offers our wheelchair van to deliver the highest level of care. Our clean and spacious vehicle provide independence to the people we serve. This service is currently only available in Central Arkansas and appointments must be made two weeks in advance. Wheelchair ramps for the interior and exterior of home. Little Rock housing for those PALS that may have to drive a far distance to the ALS clinic. Crowd funding campaign for expenses that are restricted to individual PALS needs. Monthly support group for PALS & CALS in Little Rock
( resources, education, and advocacy)

ALS In Wonderland significantly impacts the lives of ALS patients and their families in Arkansas, fostering community su...
03/11/2026

ALS In Wonderland significantly impacts the lives of ALS patients and their families in Arkansas, fostering community support and raising awareness. Engaging with their programs or events is a great way to get involved.

03/09/2026
For the fifth consecutive year, I AM ALS will transform the National Mall in Washington, D.C., into a sea of 6,000 flags...
03/07/2026

For the fifth consecutive year, I AM ALS will transform the National Mall in Washington, D.C., into a sea of 6,000 flags. Each flag represents a life—honoring those we love, memorializing those we’ve lost, and demanding the urgent action our community deserves.

Every single flag will bear the name of someone living with ALS, a gene carrier, or a loved one who has passed from ALS.

To add your or your loved one’s name to a flag, please fill out this form.

Deadline to submit: April 1, 2026.

5th Annual I AM ALS Community Gathering & Awareness is on May 6 – 9, 2026. Details to follow.

For the fifth consecutive year, I AM ALS will transform the National Mall in Washington, D.C., into a sea of 6,000 flags. Each flag represents a life—honori ...

02/27/2026

This is ALS, and Mark needs our support!

If you’d like to help him directly, please visit www.alsinwonderland.com to make a donation. Be sure to add “for Mark Bedwell” so 100% of your contribution goes straight to him.

We love you, Mark! 💙

It’s never a bad time to lobby for more ALS research funding. 💰At any given time, 31,000 people in the USA are living wi...
02/23/2026

It’s never a bad time to lobby for more ALS research funding. 💰

At any given time, 31,000 people in the USA are living with ALS. Their lives matter — and the people who love them matter too.

“Live now, right now in the present. Out of pure survival, I am forced to stay inthe present. But I don’t wanna be anywh...
02/21/2026

“Live now, right now in the present.

Out of pure survival, I am forced to stay in
the present. But I don’t wanna be anywhere else.

The past contains regrets. The future remains unknown. So you have to live now.

The present is all you have. Treasure it.
Cherish every moment.”

Eric Dane’s brave fight with ALS showed us the human cost of this disease — and how one voice can move a mountain. In th...
02/20/2026

Eric Dane’s brave fight with ALS showed us the human cost of this disease — and how one voice can move a mountain. In the short time he spoke out, Eric brought visibility, compassion, and momentum to ALS research and support. Your courage changed the conversation and inspired so many. Rest in peace, Eric. We’re still down here fighting for a cure.

I ❤️ Someone with ALS
02/15/2026

I ❤️ Someone with ALS

02/07/2026

Today is the day! The ALS In Wonderland Foundation is liquidation all medical equipment. If you are living with ALS, as always equipment is FREE to you. For those that want to purchase items, let’s make a deal and 💯 percent of your purchase will benefit those living with ALS.

Come see us at 24300 Chenal Pky in West Little Rock From 11AM to 1PM.

Questions? 501.492.6955

The stories you’ll read in this book are stories about life. The words are from those living with ALS, their loved ones,...
02/04/2026

The stories you’ll read in this book are stories about life. The words are from those living with ALS, their loved ones, caregivers and others working in the ALS community throughout North America. There are happy stories, sad stories, stories sharing frustrations and stories trying to unwind the twisted threads of grief.

ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease with few effective treatments and no cure. All proceeds from the sale of this book will go to the ALS Society of Canada (ALS Canada). Thank you for your support.

Contributors:
Dawn Fougere, Alfred Prevost, Norman Maclsaac, Matt Brown, Shela Storry, Elaine Beyer, Lori Hahnel, Caitlin Hicks, Katrina Byrd, Neil Garvie, Carleen Marie, Jane Ellis,
Isaac Ellis, Emily DiGennaro, Jeremy Hyde, Mark Hannam,
Kathryn Hannam, Tom Glaeser, and Andrew Dundas.

From our dear friend Mark BedwellTo my friends and acquaintances, friends of friends and those who don't know me yet. My...
02/03/2026

From our dear friend Mark Bedwell

To my friends and acquaintances, friends of friends and those who don't know me yet. My name is Mark Bedwell.

I have been living with ALS for nearly 10 years, longer than they said I would. For most of that time, I’ve fought hard to adapt, adjust, and stay positive. But over this past year, ALS has shifted into what feels like hyperdrive.

Simple things are no longer simple.

Right now, I’m facing two urgent needs in my home:

• My shower is falling apart and must be completely rebuilt to make it usable, and wheelchair accessible for the future.
• A roof leak has caused water damage, and part of my ceiling is coming apart. This is a safety and health hazard.

These aren’t cosmetic repairs — they are about safety, dignity, and being able to remain in my own home.

Hark-ALS has stepped in to help, and I am incredibly grateful. But we need additional support to make these necessary changes possible.

If you are able, I am asking you to consider making a donation and share this message — and if you can’t, sharing this post would mean very much as well.

ALS changes many things, but it does not take away gratitude. Or love.

And yes… I did try to dress up for you — how do you like the new bowtie?

Thank you for reading, for caring, and for standing with me.

With love,
Mark

Hark-ALS is a recognized 501c3 charitable organization. All donations are tax deductible. If you prefer to mail a check, please send it to: Hark 5 Pirozzi Lane Hillsborough, NJ 08844. Please consider adding “Mark B” to the memo line.

To learn more about Hark-ALS, please visit www.hark-als.org.

If your employer does match donations, please send your donation with Hark's tax id: 45-2768674.

To my friends and acquaintances, friends of friends and those who don't know me yet. My name is Mark Bedwell.I have been living with ALS for nearly 10 years, longer ...

🏠✨ **HOME EMERGENCY SUPPLIES** ❄️🌪️ **WINTER STORM PREP** 🌨️ Make sure to have at least **3 days** worth of non-perisha...
01/23/2026

🏠✨ **HOME EMERGENCY SUPPLIES** ❄️

🌪️ **WINTER STORM PREP** 🌨️

Make sure to have at least **3 days** worth of non-perishable food and **1 gallon** of water per person per day. Don’t forget a backup heat source like a generator, wood stove, or an indoor-rated space heater. Since power outages are common, it’s essential to stock up on reliable flashlights and batteries.

Ensure you have a first-aid kit equipped with necessary prescriptions and emergency medical supplies. Staying warm without power can be challenging, so layer up with extra blankets and warm clothing. Finally, double-check that your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are working properly! ✅

Address

11610 Pleasant Ridge Road Ste 103/150
Little Rock, AR
72223

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15014926955

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