Leadership Award

Past Recipients

Fran Delaney Challenge & Respect Award

This award is presented to a member of the ALS TDI family who has shown true leadership within their community. The recipient of this award continually questions the science and research surrounding ALS and helps drive new initiatives to battle this disease. He/She challenges his/her community to take up the fight against ALS and helps share the mission of ALS TDI. Through his/her involvement in fundraising and awareness events, this person demonstrates strong leadership within his/her community.

2007

Dave Virden, Jr.

2006

General Tom Mikolajcik

2005

Faye Magneson

Mary Lou Krauseneck Courage & Love Award

This award is presented to a member of the ALS community who has, despite all obstacles, created a foundation of hope by maintaining a passion for life. The recipient of this award inspires his/her community to fight alongside them in the battle against ALS. He/She understands the importance of keeping a positive attitude and remains committed to finding a cure. This person is a model of strength, courage, and love in his/her community.

2007

Darryl Goss

Robin Dorogusker

2006

Shannon McLaughlin
 

2005

Amy Whipple

Stephen Milne Adventurous Spirit Award

This award is presented to a member of the ALS community who strives to creatively combat ALS within their own community by searching for innovative ways to fundraise. The recipient of this award consistently and bravely explores new ground in fighting the disease and raising awareness. A commitment to excellence and ALS advocacy drives this person as he/she inspires their community to support the mission of ALS TDI.

2007

Jeff Repetto

2006

Dick Sanderson

Brian Stanfield
 

2005

Steve Lewis

Stephen Heywood Patients Today Award

This award is presented to a member of the ALS community who has proven to be a strong advocate for research and awareness. He/She consistently stays abreast of current research trends both in the United States and abroad. This person challenges his/her own community to collectively fight the disease while serving as an educator for those unfamiliar with ALS. He/She challenges ALS research institutions to focus on patients today in the hopes of accelerating a treatment or cure. They serve as a role model for patients today to find strength and determination to fight this disease each and every day.

2007

Scott Stafne

2006

Jon Blais
 

2005

Joe Shambo

Matt Dowd