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Signature Programs

Signature Programs are set up or hosted by ALS TDI. Community Events are organized and hosted by individual people, usually as part of a fundraising activity.

Jun 19, 2020 Boston, MA

Tri-State Trek

Since its beginning in 2003, the Trek has raised over $9 million for ALS research at theALS Therapy Development Institute(ALS TDI), and participation has grown to over 450 riders, crew members, and volunteers each year. Join us at the18th annual Tri-State Trek, beginning at Boston College in Chestnut Hill, MA, and ending in Greenwich, CT.

Nov 7, 2020 Cambridge, MA

White Coat Affair

Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and live music as we honor our friends and family members with ALS. Together we will recognize the progress of research toward ending this disease. All proceeds from this event directly fund the research being done at ALS TDI to find effective treatments for ALS. We hope to see you there!

Apr 1, 2020 Cambridge, MA

Race for Research 5K

Nerd out at the Race for Research 5K coming April 2020. Featuring a chip-timed nerdy 5k road race (costumes encouraged) and after party with complimentary food and beer, prizes and fun!

Nov 6, 2020 Boston, MA

ALS TDI Summit

The Leadership Summit is a full day conference featuring keynote presentations that provide an in-depth look at the most advanced ALS research.

2020 Across the U.S.

Ragnar for Research

Ragnar for Research is an overnight, 200-mile running relay that invites teams to race through spectacular scenery while picking up the pace of ALS research.

2020 Across the U.S.

Corntoss Challenge

The Corntoss Challenge raises funds for ALS research each summer in multiple cities across the U.S. Featuring the tailgate game Cornhole, the event is designed as a tournament where teams compete during a day of fun that leads to the

2020 Cambridge, MA

Marathon Programs

ALS TDI proudly partners with New York Road Runners (NYRR) to receive bibs for the annual TCS New York City Marathon. Chosen from a pool of applications, ten runners become members of Team ALS TDI. They train for weeks with our Endurance Program Ambassador and Abbott WMM 6 Star Award recipient, Neil Gottlieb.

2020 Across the U.S.

ALS Community

2020 Across the U.S.

Ales for ALS

Breweries from around the world are invited to join Ales for ALS^™. Once accepted, participating brewers receive their requested amount of the unique Ales for ALS^™ hop blend, free of charge. This exclusive blend is created and donated annually by Loftus Ranches and YCH Hops. Brewers donate $1 per pint of their brew sold to ALS research at ALS TDI

2020 Across the U.S.

ALS Unfiltered

ALS Unfiltered is a series of expert-led presentations and candid conversations on ALS, current drug research, clinical trials, ALS resources and more. Hosted by experts from ALS TDI, ALS Unfiltered sessions are free and take place across the country.

2020 Across the U.S.

ALS Warriors

Warriors of Wall Street: Bartender Challenge is a fast-paced, energetic night of friendly competition to raise funds for ALS research. Teams take turns behind the bar to compete for tips, which will be donated to ALS TDI. The team with the most tips at the end of the evening wins!

2020 Across the U.S.

Driving for Life

Driving for Life is one of the longest running fundraising campaigns to support ALS research through the game of golf. Thanks to the support of the golf community, Driving for Life has raised more than $9 million for the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI), but we need your help to end ALS.

Jun 19, 2020 Boston, MA

Tri-State Trek

Nov 7, 2020 Cambridge, MA

White Coat Affair

Apr 1, 2020 Cambridge, MA

Race for Research 5K

Nerd out at the Race for Research 5K coming April 2020. Featuring a chip-timed nerdy 5k road race (costumes encouraged) and after party with complimentary food and beer, prizes and fun!

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