1st Annual Golf Tournament raises almost $35,000 for ALS research
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Harmony reigned at Harmony Golf Course on Aug. 28, 2010. The day was perfect with families, friends, and community all coming together to be part of the cure at the 1st Annual Golf Tournament for ALS Research. Enjoying a beautiful setting, perfect weather, and great food, everyone there contributed to make the event a success. (See the tournament photos)
We are approaching a total take of $35,000 with money still coming in (thank you, thank you). We have been in close contact with ALS TDI who will receive $20,000 for their research, donated in the individual names of all our local ALS victims. They are so appreciative and were amazed by your outpouring of support and good will.
Recently we also received a call from Dr. Cudkowicz, the lead doctor for ALS research at Massachusetts General Hospital. She is a renowned researcher in this field, but took the time to express her appreciation for the donation that you all made possible. MGH will receive at least $15,000, (along with any additional donations as they come in), also donated in the individual names of our local ALS victims. (We are actively seeking matching funding for your donations, too.)
The ALS Association recently posted some newly identified risk factors which include brain and spinal cord injuries, varsity athletics, and extreme physical activity. We all have a stake in supporting ALS research.
We are still waiting for some additional names of donors, but will soon post a list of all our sponsors and donors to publicly thank them for their support. Unfortunately, some people kindly made donations at the event that did not get recorded. Please contact me at 976 Fuller Road in Peru if you were one of those donors so that we may recognize you. We value each and every gift for the spirit of love and friendship with which it was given.
We look forward to seeing you all next year. Dr. Cudkowicz is excited about current research findings and very hopeful that we are on the verge of some important discoveries. Thank you for helping to support this work.
Darlene and Roger Long
Keeseville
Posted: September 20th, 2010 under General News.