Faces of ALS: Frank Granata – Staying active and enjoying life As a finance executive, Frank Granata often traveled for business. In 2018, after having lived in India for two years for a work assignment, Frank began having neurological issues …
Faces of ALS: Erin Reardon Cohn
We’re thrilled to welcome Erin Reardon Cohn, Executive Vice President of First Bank Chicago, to her new role as chair of the board of directors. Erin joined the board in 2019 and served as the Foundation’s treasurer for the last …
Faces of ALS: Eloise Nilges
A Lasting Legacy of Love, Faith, and Adventure Recently, Terri experienced her first Mother’s Day without her mom, Eloise. In this month’s “Faces of ALS,” we learn more about Eloise’s journey with ALS and how Terri continues to honor her …
Faces of ALS: Anita Forté
Anita Forté – Fighting ALS with Positivity and Gratitude After having dealt with multiple ailments the past few years, along with ALS, there’s no doubt that Anita Forté is a fighter. She wakes up each morning and starts the day …
Faces of ALS: Joshua Cohen and Justin Klee – ALS Innovators and Advocates at Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
At this year’s Hope Through Caring Gala on May 21, we are proud to present the Harvey and Bonny Gaffen Advancements in ALS Award to two innovators and longtime advocates of ALS – Joshua Cohen and Justin Klee, co-founders of …
Faces of ALS: Dr. Lisa Wolfe
Dr. Lisa Wolfe – A Fierce and Empowering ALS Advocate We sat down with this year’s Hope Through Caring Award Honoree, Lisa Wolfe, MD, of Northwestern Medicine, who will be recognized at our Hope Through Caring Gala on May 21. …
Faces of ALS: Meet our Gratitude Group
Taking the Extra Step – Meet our Gratitude Group In the age of automated email acknowledgements, mass mailings or no acknowledgements, there’s nothing like receiving a handwritten note to brighten your day. We are especially thankful to the generous donors …
Faces of ALS: Mindy Evans-Williams
Celebrating the Life of a True Giver – Mindy Evans-Williams Mindy Evans-Williams was a true inspiration to the ALS community. Despite having lived with ALS for 29 years, she battled the disease with true courage and positivity. Her sister, Les …
Faces of ALS: Air Force Veteran Lori Hoover
Lori’s Story: Aim High…Fly-Fight-Win! Every November on Veterans Day, we honor and remember the veterans who served our country in the Armed Forces. Due to the strong connection between military service and ALS, the Foundation also remembers and honors those …
Faces of ALS: Steve McMichael
Super Bowl Champion Steve ‘Mongo’ McMichael was diagnosed with ALS in January 2021. He points out, “It’s called Lou Gehrig’s Disease. I didn’t know that it was a metaphor too. ALS is going to run the bases on you.” Adding …
