Tuesday, December 2nd, is Giving Tuesday – a Global Day of Generosity! On this day, your support helps ALS TDI reach more people with our mission and raise critical funds to accelerate ALS research.
Together, we are all part of the story of ending ALS. Here’s how you can get involved:
Help These Advocates Amplify ALS Awareness
Throughout Giving Tuesday, these incredible individuals—each personally impacted by ALS—are generously using their platforms to raise awareness and fuel progress. Get to know them, follow their accounts, and show your support as they share their stories on Giving Tuesday.
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Erin Taylor | Instagram + TikTok: @unsteadyandready
Diagnosed at only 23, Erin is a powerful advocate sharing raw, real experiences with ALS. One funny video at a time, she is bravely sharing her story with the world. Through honesty, humor, and unwavering strength, she is building a community of support and awareness.
MA Thomas | Instagram: @teamhighoctanejules
As a caregiver, MA is helping champion the fight against ALS with energy, grit, and heart. By sharing both her and her husband’s experiences, she highlights resilience, community, and a family commitment to fueling progress through advocacy and storytelling.
Lauren Rosenberg | Instagram + TikTok: @lalafightingals
Diagnosed at 30 years old, Lauren is a vibrant, inspiring voice in the ALS community. She created her own nonprofit organization, Lala Fighting ALS, to raise funds for Her ALS Story. She regularly uses her platform to raise awareness, share her journey, and uplift others navigating life with ALS.
Salym Liufau | Instagram + TikTok: @alswithsalym
When Salym received her diagnosis at 31, she decided to turn it into a story of empowerment. As a loving wife and mother of four, Salym is dedicated to ALS education and awareness. Her accounts offer a heartfelt look into life with ALS, empowering others with candor, courage, and connection.
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Lesandra De Salas | TikTok: @lesalas, Instagram: @lesbarca10
When Lesandra’s best friend—her father—was diagnosed with ALS in 2024, she chose to use her TikTok platform to spread awareness. She uses humor, honesty, and openness to document her father’s ALS journey, build community, and spark meaningful conversations.
John Peffer | TikTok: @johnpeffer2
As a C9orf72 ALS mutation carrier, John is fighting the odds with positivity, brightness, and humor. A former ALS TDI volunteer, John is known for his storytelling, advocacy, and optimism—bringing visibility to ALS while inspiring others through resilience and authenticity.
Page Harrington | TikTok + Instagram: @pagefromnewengland
The eldest daughter of our own beloved Carol Hamilton, Page has been an advocate for ALS since she was little. She is a New England–based creator, blending advocacy, lifestyle content, and heartfelt personal updates to help raise awareness of ALS with warmth, style, and sincerity.
Help Fund Research on Giving Tuesday
Fundraise Through Facebook
- Create a Facebook Fundraiser by selecting “Raise Money,” setting a goal, and sharing why ALS TDI’s mission matters to you.
Fundraise Through Instagram
- Add a fundraiser to your Instagram bio.
- Share @ALSTDI posts and Giving Tuesday stories.
- Add a donate button to your Instagram Stories and posts.
Donate for Giving Tuesday
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Help Us Make an Impact
Together, we can amplify ALS awareness and fuel the research that people with ALS urgently need. Every share, fundraiser, and donation on Giving Tuesday helps drive progress toward effective treatments. Join us, spread the word, and help accelerate our mission to end ALS.