June is ALS Awareness Month, and as such it is the time that our community truly comes together to support each other. While the pandemic has moved our largest Walks and Runs to virtual events for a second year in a row, we are blown away by the continued support of our community. Below you will read about the amazing fundraisers, partnerships and ideas of our friends and families from across the province. The ingenuity of everyone this past year has buoyed us and our families, as we continue our mission of making each day the best possible day for those living with and affected by ALS.
I would also like to take this opportunity to introduce the ALS Society of Alberta Board of Directors for 2021. Our incredible leaders are Nancy Lyzaniwski, Cathy Martin, Gord Banting, Tara Pentney, Heather Haddow, Jim Robinson, Kimberly Howard and Pamela Keenan.
This incredible group of individuals led our Society through the last year, dealing with a pandemic that shook the world. Their constant and unwavering support was there to ensure we continued to make each day the best possible day for our families affected by ALS. All having been personally touched by ALS, and their commitment to the cause is unwavering.
Finally, thank you to all of our supporters, volunteers, donors, sponsors, staff and friends. Without you, we could not have continued to support our families through the past year of COVID-19, as we pivoted and changed processes, while still maintaining our services. This weekend, as we celebrate Betty's Run for ALS and the Walks to End ALS, we feel the closeness of our community even though we are apart.
Please take a moment to read the information below - we know there are some events and campaigns that will be of interest in the coming days and weeks!
Karen Caughey,
Executive Director, ALS Society of Alberta
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Betty's Run for ALS
Sunday, June 13th
This year is the 25th Anniversary of Betty's Run for ALS! Visit bettysrun.ca for full details about this year's virtual event, ideas for team activities, and to register. as an individual or team. Help make the 25th anniversary a huge success!
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Walk to End ALS
Sunday, June 13th
There are a record 12 communities hosting walks this year, and we are so excited to see everyone's photos! Visit alsab.ca for more information, details on event day, and some ideas for activities. Register in your community and start your team today!
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"Making it Possible" represents the ALS Society of Alberta's mission to make each day the best possible day for those living with and affected by ALS. Each year, during the month of June (ALS Awareness Month) the Society encourages the ALS community to share stories of how they are able to make moments and memories possible with the help of their friends, families and caregivers. Click here to read unique stories from within the ALS community.
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Sea Change Brewery - Adam's Pale Ale |
Sea Change Brewing Co. has partnered with the ALS Society of Alberta to raise awareness and funds for ALS in memory of Edmonton community member Adam Rombough, who passed from ALS in 2018 at the age of 34. To carry on his legacy, and continue advocating for ALS, Sea Change Brewing Co. has crafted their new Adam’s Pale Ale. For every four-pack sold, the brewery will donate $1 to the ALS Society of Alberta. We are so excited about this amazing campaign - read more about Adam and Adam's Pale Ale here, watch for it at your local liquor store, and keep an eye on social media for people having #OneonAdam this weekend (maybe after Betty's Run or a Walk to End ALS)!
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Devil's Head Coffee - Moments Blend
Our friends at Devil's Head Coffee have stepped up once again, this time creating a custom blend for the ALS Society of Alberta. $2 from each bag sold will be donated to the Society. “Moments” is a custom blend created for the month of June to celebrate ALS Awareness. The name “Moments” reminds us all to appreciate each and every moment that we have, including just having coffee with loved ones on a Saturday morning.
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Edmonton and Calgary Light up for ALS!
In honour of ALS Awareness Month, the Walks to End ALS and Betty's Run for ALS, both Edmonton and Calgary will be lit purple on Sunday!
Check out the High Level Bridge in Edmonton, and Telus Spark and the Calgary Tower in Calgary on Sunday night!
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50/50 Fundraiser
Our 50/50 sold out in a flash, thanks to all of you!! Our draw will take place this Sunday, June 13th, and we will notify the winner and post on social media.
Due to the success, we will make these draws a regular occurrence, so keep an eye on your emails!
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Calgary Marathon Charity Challenge |
The Scotiabank Calgary Marathon is back in 2021, planning a hybrid event with both in-person and virtual options. If you are feeling the need to get back out for a race, sign up as part of the ALS Society of Alberta charity team!
Register here, and select us as your charity as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge!
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Donation Options
We have added a monthly donation option to our website! If you would like to help us make each day the best possible day for those living with and affected by ALS, monthly donations are an impactful way to give. Donations now, more than ever, will make a tremendous impact on our ability to support our families in Alberta. Please click the link below to help our families today with one-time, monthly or in memoriam donations. Thank you.
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