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22 Days of Giving

January 7, 2025 Comments Off on 22 Days of Giving

Lance Christian recently announced his retirement as Executive Director. Let’s celebrate his legacy with 22 Days of Giving in honor of his 22 Years at ALS Northwest!   From January 10…

Care Services Coordinators alongside two people living with ALS

Give Hope to People with ALS This Holiday Season

November 1, 2024 Comments Off on Give Hope to People with ALS This Holiday Season

Sherry McBride and Kristi Cosden both passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Both women were dedicated advocates for our mission, exemplifying joy even with ALS. They will be missed.…

Reflections on Our 2023 Special Events

August 13, 2024 Comments Off on Reflections on Our 2023 Special Events

Holly Miller, Development Director of Special Events and Corporate Relations, reflects on the success of last year’s fundraising events. Thanks to our incredible community, we provided care services to 639…

Laboratory Team Working Together

Support ALS Research

July 12, 2024 Comments Off on Support ALS Research

Have you heard? RAPA Therapeutics’ recent Expanded Access Protocol (EAP) allows people with ALS who are otherwise ineligible for clinical trials to access a promising new treatment called RAPA-501. Donors…

Cory Fox sits in his wheelchair outdoors, surrounded by his two daughters and wife

Give Support to People Living with ALS

February 28, 2024 Comments Off on Give Support to People Living with ALS

I recently met Cory Fox from Grants Pass, OR. He shared, “When I was diagnosed with ALS, I was not sure where to turn. Navigating healthcare and life decisions was…

Chris Cate: Shredding Slopes, Breaking Barriers, and Elevating ALS Support!

February 22, 2024 Comments Off on Chris Cate: Shredding Slopes, Breaking Barriers, and Elevating ALS Support!

Chris Cate is a dedicated supporter of ALS Northwest and a longstanding participant in the annual Ski ALS event at Mt. Hood Meadows. He has a strong passion for fundraising,…

Staff member Ashley demonstrates assistive technology with person with ALS, Humed

State of Oregon Charitable Checkoff Program

January 31, 2024 Comments Off on State of Oregon Charitable Checkoff Program

Are you a State of Oregon taxpayer who will receive an income tax refund? You can support ALS Northwest by giving through your tax refund.  Funds from the State of Oregon…

Dine with Purpose!

January 16, 2024 Comments Off on Dine with Purpose!

Everything you need to know to enjoy some delicious food while giving back to ALS Northwest this winter: Tuesday, January 30th: Oakshire Beer Hall in Northeast Portland is donating $1…

Give This Holiday Season

November 14, 2023 Comments Off on Give This Holiday Season

Karen Stiles passed away on February 9, 2024. I was honored to meet Karen Stiles earlier this year and she made a significant impression on me. She reminded me just…

A New Way to Give: MyWalgreens Rewards

November 9, 2023 Comments Off on A New Way to Give: MyWalgreens Rewards

There’s an easy new way to support ALS Northwest! Until December, 31, 2023, you can donate your Walgreens cash rewards to ALS Northwest. Log in to your myWalgreens account, search…