In 2014 we participated in the ALS ice bucket challenge, and some of that money went to fund the development and trials for AMX035, known as Rlyvrio.  At the time we couldn’t have imagined that Dale would be diagnosed with ALS/Lou Gehrig’s disease in 2022 or that he would directly benefit by receiving that drug following FDA approval.

Some of you may be interested in supporting the ALS foundation in your area.  Our family have been incredibly helped by equipment, supplies, and support groups from the ALS foundation, including selecting a computer for communication when dad is no longer able to speak.  We’re going to be participating in the "Walk to Defeat ALS" in Vancouver on May 21.  And here in Southern Oregon, we are volunteering for the walk on April 29.

Supporting local ministry and being led by God comes first!  Your love, friendship, and prayers are all that we need, please don’t feel an obligation to donate or walk.  If you would like to make a donation, please browse the roster of participants on the right side of the page linked below and if you see someone who hasn’t gotten to $250, consider sponsoring them as part of our team – it all goes to benefit the ALS association.