Get Involved | The ALS Association

You can make a huge difference in the lives of people living with ALS. Help Defeat ALS™ by getting involved in the way that best suits YOU! And you can make an even greater impact by inviting your friends, family, coworkers and everyone you know to get involved in our mission, campaigns and activities. When you fundraise with loved ones, you can bring us that much closer to discovering new treatments and a cure for ALS.

Join an event near you

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Ride to Defeat ALS

Turn your miles into momentum and pedal for a purpose when you ride to defeat ALS.

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Team Challenge ALS

Combine your passion and commitment to finding a cure for ALS while achieving physical challenges through athletic events.

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Walk to Defeat ALS

Each year our walkers drive bold and urgent innovation as we march together toward a cure for ALS.

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Distinguished Events

Join community leaders and passionate supporters in raising critical funds for ALS through powerful experiences and meaningful connections.

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Defeat ALS Your Way

Make an impact for those affected by ALS through your own powerful fundraising campaign. Get creative, spread the word, and help create a world without ALS.

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Participate in Research

Accelerate progress toward treatments and a cure.

Explore Research Funding Opportunities

Apply for Grants and Awards

Submit a Research Proposal

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Advocate

Raise your voice for the ALS community.

Become an ALS advocate

Sign up for action alerts

Meet with legislators

Share your ALS story

Help connect us with your networks

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Are You Living with ALS or a Caregiver?

We're here for you.

Register with Us

Make a My ALS Journey™ Account

Explore our Programs and Services

Join the ALS Registry

Ways to Give

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Give a small amount each month to help make ALS a livable disease.

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Give in Honor or Memory

Dedicate your gift in honor or memory of your loved one.

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Become a Volunteer

Give your time and skills towards a cure.

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Other Ways to Give

Learn about other ways to give that make an impact on those living with ALS and their families.

Partner with Us

Let's work together to make ALS a livable disease.

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Corporate Partnerships

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Social Media Partnerships

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Other Partnership Opportunities