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Community invited to 25th Annual Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS on Sunday, September 8, 2024
09/04/2024 – Clovis, CA
The ALS Network proudly announces the 25th annual Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS® (formerly Walk to Defeat ALS) on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at Clovis Rodeo Grounds, in Clovis. This annual event brings incredible energy and an outpouring of support for those affected by ALS. in honor or in memory of those impacted by ALS for a family-friendly burnout, car show, and walk. The day will be filled with cars of all types, celebration, exercise, education, awareness, music, food, and kids’ fun.
Since its inception in 2000, the Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS® has been a yearly opportunity for the ALS community to connect and fuel the search for effective treatments and cures for ALS. This year’s event will be held at Clovis Rodeo Grounds (748 Rodeo Dr, Clovis, CA 93612). Proceeds support our programs and services for the ALS community. This event is open to the public and is designed to appeal to every level of supporter of the ALS Network.
“The Walk is a great rallying point for those of us directly impacted by ALS,” said Laura Miller, who has been living with ALS since 2020. “It’s something positive to focus on for those of us with the disease, as well as for our families and friends who support us. It’s also a fun and lighthearted competition between the teams, working to raise the money, for our common cause.”
Online registration closes September 7, however, supporters are welcome to sign up in person on the morning of the event beginning at 10:00 AM. Everyone must check-in upon arrival. Car show and Burnout will begin at 10:00 AM. Cars may register on-site prior to 10:00 AM for $35.00 to join the car show. There will be 13 categories for judging. Opening Ceremony will begin at 10:30 AM with the Walk & Roll to follow.
In addition, registrants can also participate virtually from anywhere in the world! Choose YOUR way of supporting the ALS community from wherever you are, and join the community to walk, or roll in support. All funds raised support the interdependent mission priorities of the ALS Network in care services, public policy, and research.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a fatal, neurodegenerative illness that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. People with ALS lose the ability to move, speak, swallow, and, eventually, to breathe – all while their minds and senses usually continue to function. People who have served in any branch of the military are diagnosed with ALS nearly twice as often as the general population. Currently, there are no known cures for ALS and only modestly effective treatments.
The mission of the ALS Network is to partner with the ALS community as we drive the discovery of prevention strategies, treatments, and cures for ALS; provide access to quality care and connection; and promote initiatives to improve health outcomes. The ALS Network, formerly ALS Golden West, serves people with ALS and their families throughout California and Hawaii.
Sponsors for the 2024 Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS® include: Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Marthedal Enterprises Inc., Walmart, MedSupply Mobility Solutions, Pulmonic Health, CoBank, and Saputo USA.
For more information, to register for the event, or make a gift in support, please visit alswalkcentralvalley.org. For questions, please contact Tammy Galt, Director, Community Outreach, Central California at CVwalk@alsnetwork.org or call (559) 285-0074.