Robert Hammer Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award by the ALS Network

SAN FRANCISCO — April 7, 2026 — The ALS Network is proud to announce Robert Hammer has been named the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his commitment to raising awareness and support for people living with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). For over 25 years, Robert Hammer has served as a Board Member, Advisory Trustee, Chair and Emcee to benefit the ALS community in Northern California and beyond.

He will be honored at the organization’s Champions for Cures and Care gala on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in San Francisco, California. Members of the ALS community – families, corporate leaders, health professionals, researchers, and individual supporters – will join together at the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero to celebrate progress and advance the fight against ALS. 

“I found myself connected to too many people who have been impacted by this awful disease. I’m glad to be able to help with awareness and fundraising however I can,” he said.

When Robert started volunteering, he had no personal ALS connection, but within a few years that changed. His dedicated volunteerism spans what was the Bay Area Chapter of the ALS Association, which evolved into ALS Golden West and now the ALS Network. In this time, he has led and participated in multiple events, including walks, rides, galas, and golf outings.  In the process, he has met and befriended dozens of families and individuals who have been impacted by ALS. 

In his years of service, Robert, along with his wife Tammy, their family, and dear friends, have been tireless supporters of our vision and mission, dedicating themselves to families facing ALS. A past, multi-year Chair for Champions for Cures and Care and currently an Advisory Trustee, Robert and his company, Hammer Auto, commit the proceeds from all vehicles donated to the ALS Network to power our mission priorities. 

“Few individuals have shaped the ALS community with the consistency and impact that Robert Hammer has,” said Sheri Strahl, MPH, MBA, president and CEO of the ALS Network. “Over many years, he has paired vision with action – helping to advance research, strengthen care, and bring people together in support of people and families living with ALS. His impact is both lasting and deeply felt, and we are proud to recognize him as this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award honoree.”

To help honor Robert and support the ALS community via sponsorship, tickets, donations, and ads, visit alschampions.org.

About the ALS Network

The ALS Network partners with the ALS community to 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, Hawaii, and beyond. For more information about ALS and the ALS Network visit our website at alsnetwork.org or email us at info@alsnetwork.org. You can also find us on social media at @yourALSnetwork.

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