Lowell Smith Syracuse ALS Walk

A couple of weekends ago, family, friends, and I joined hundreds of others to participate in the Lowell Smith Syracuse ALS Walk in Long Branch Park. It was a wet and dreary day, but collectively we managed to trek through the miserableness and raise over $250,000 for the ALS Association. The money will go toward helping patients diagnosed with ALS as well as finding a cure/better treatment for the illness.

At the walk

I was blown away by the donations I received from family and friends. One friend actually gave $500 and a couple of others donated $250. Even those who could only give a little made it a point to give something. This support meant a lot to me, particularly as my dad is battling ALS. I'm already started to think about next year's event. I would like to do some sort of fundraiser that goes beyond just asking people for donations. I think I will brainstorm with some of my friends who work in fundraising for some interesting ideas. I can always tap into my helpful network of moms in Somerville, Mass. as well. We shall see!