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In Loving Memory of Fred Fisher
Dear Friends of the ALS Network, It is with great sadness that the ALS Network, formerly ALS Golden West, shares the passing of Fred Fisher, MSW, LCSW, president emeritus of…
ALS Network Announces $100,000 Research Grant Awarded To Amprion, Inc.
Diagnostics company to accelerate search for sporadic ALS therapies September 12, 2024 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LOS ANGELES – The ALS Network, formerly ALS Golden West, has awarded a $100,000…
Press Democrat: Hundreds in Napa set to ride for ALS research and celebrate 20 years of advocacy
Howard Mattfield first noticed it when playing golf. Something was up with his left hand. He thought surely it must be something like trigger finger. So he made an appointment…
KSEE/KGPE: ‘Can’t say enough’: How annual Clovis ALS event brings hope to community
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A tight-knit community came together at the Clovis Rodeo grounds on Sunday, September 8, 2024 to bring awareness and support for those with ALS at the…
FOX 26: ALS Network hosts Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS fundraiser in Clovis
The ALS Network is grateful to FOX 26 for their continued support of the ALS community, and their coverage of the 25th annual Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to…
September 2024 | Monthly eNewsletter from ALS Network
Our September eNewsletter is in your inbox now, or you can view it online! This month, we celebrate the 20th annual Napa Valley Ride, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS,…
Good Morning America: Broadway stars team up to raise awareness for ALS
August 20, 2024 Broadway legend Aaron Lazar shared a behind the scenes look at how his fellow stage stars are coming together to support him in his fight against ALS.
The ALS Network celebrates Dwight Clark Day with the San Francisco 49ers
Since 2017, the San Francisco 49ers have annually honored NFL legend Dwight Clark, who wore jersey number 87, to recognize his contributions both on and off the field. Clark, a…
PRESS DEMOCRAT: 20th annual Napa Valley charitable race aims to raise $1.2 million for ALS
September 4, 2024, North Bay residents are gearing up and already fundraising to participate in the 20th annual Napa Valley Ride, Walk and Roll to Cure ALS. The series of…