Pastor Bill Hassel Adversity: Diagnosed with ALS in 2008 Advocacy: Founded the 5K Stroll, Roll ’n’ Run for ALS Research “No one knows or controls what life throws at you; with God’s help, you can handle it and do something positive in spite of it.” The first...
Michael Winston Adversity: Diagnosed with ALS in 2008 Advocacy: Raises funds for ALS Research through “Winning for Winston” “By being an advocate for ALS research, I feel that I am making a difference for the future of anyone who gets the disease. It makes...
Thomas Ohlson Adversity: Diagnosed with ALS in 2005 Advocacy: Became a leading ALS activist “I can either allow this disease to make me its victim, or I can fight back by helping others to cope with their illness and by raising awareness. I choose to...
Corey Reich Adversity: Diagnosed with ALS in 2007 Advocacy: Founded “Corey’s Crusade” to give voice to ALS sufferers “I never really thought about NOT sharing my story. It never even crossed my mind that I wouldn’t go out and try to do...
