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ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease and we need your help to find a cure.
What is ALS? ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease and we need your help to find a cure.
Five Local Celebrities. One Cool Party.
Don’t miss this “super-cool” party like no other! We’re gonna put it all on ice for the ALS Association Ice Bucket Bash on November 16, 2018, at the Four Seasons—no rubber-chicken dinners at this event. And, to top it all off, five local celebrities will be taking the Ice Bucket Challenge live on stage—buy your tickets now! Don't miss your chance to purchase a golden raffle ticket NOW. One lucky winner will have the opportunity to choose from one of our live auction items, available to preview NOW. There will also be a silent auction along with a four-course dinner.
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Walk to Defeat ALS
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Springfield and St. Louis Walk to Defeat ALS! Although the Walks are over, we are continuing to fundraise to meet our total goal of $605,000!
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Fundraise through Facebook
Facebook fundraisers are a great way to show your support people with ALS and their families in eastern Missouri and central and southern Illinois! It’s easy, fast and secure, plus with Facebook fundraising, there are no transaction fees—every cent goes to The ALS Association St. Louis Regional Chapter. Turn your birthday, anniversary or any other occasion in to an opportunity to support families with ALS and fund the search for treatments and a cure.
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For Caregivers- Guest Post: 'I Would Still Serve My Country'
November 12, 2018 - Guest Post: 'Those With the Most to Lose Should Be Speaking the Loudest'
November 9, 2018 - Guest Post: 'I’m Really Fighting for My Family'
November 02, 2018 - Avi Kremer, Founder of Prize4Life, Joins The ALS Association Team
November 1, 2018
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