Ten years ago, Answer ALS didn't have a name, but the plan was developed to empower researchers around the world to help bring an end to ALS. In the video below, created when the program first began, every commitment made has been or is being met. Through a massive coordination of clinics, patient participants, leading research institutions, dedicated supporters, industry leaders, and the irrepressible mission to find treatments to stop the disease, we will continue until that mission is fulfilled.

Launched in January 2021, Answer ALS' Neuromine has combined clinical and biological data from over 1000 participants to generate a rich data resource for the global science community, allowing open access to this data to drive discovery faster. The unprecedented results only tell a fraction of the impact from this resource.

Below are just a few examples of the exciting research being done through access to Answer ALS resources!

Global Pharmaceutical Company

Exploring the underlying disease mechanism of ALS to accelerate targeted therapies.

US Based Research Institution

Working toward gene editing within a known gene mutation.

Multiple Institutions and Centers

Identifying ALS related pathways to further targeted discoveries.

Institution in Tunisia

Focused on using machine learning to stratify subtypes of the disease, further developing specific disease models.

European Pharmaceutical Company

Testing and validating for possible new drug targets.

Game Changer Classic: Lift Someone Up

Thanks to the incredible sponsors, participants, talent, and exceptional team members, the Game Changer Classic in Fort Worth on March 22nd and 23rd was a success. More than $900K was raised to help provide care and support research for both Team Gleason and Answer ALS. To see images from the event, click HERE.

A few images from the Macquarie walks in Chace's honor.

A Tribute to a Life Well Lived and Loved: Chace Brundige

Every diagnosis and every loss to ALS is as devastating as the one before. Chace Brundige only lived with ALS for a short time, but as in his life prior to ALS, he had a tremendous impact on us and all who knew and loved him.

Frederick "Chace" Brundige passed away peacefully on October 8, 2023, after battling ALS with astounding courage, determination, grace, and tenacity. He was 54 years old. He was a husband, father, son, brother, and loved by so many.

Chace was a Senior Portfolio Manager at Macquarie. In honor of Chace, Macquarie teams took to the streets to walk and raise awareness and funds for Answer ALS.

Jay's Done His Part

This is one of several videos highlighting the commitment of the ALS community in making this research possible. Jay Quinlan went to extraordinary lengths to participate in Answer ALS, as well as currently serving on its Board. Jay and over 1000 others have done their part; now, we are pushing research faster to do ours.

Enter to Win a Trip to the Paris 2024 Olympics!

Thanks to all who gave on this year's Giving Tuesday! And, for all you do throughout the year and on Giving Tuesday, the National Day of Giving, we thank you. We wanted to show our appreciation for your generosity by offering an opportunity for 2 people to attend the 2024 Olympics by simply donating to Answer ALS.

There are a number of ways to give and increase your chances. In doing so, you will help us continue to accelerate ALS research. You can contribute through December 23rd at 5 pm CST (unless the maximum number of entries are received). The winner will be announced on the 24th, just in time to plan an epic Olympics adventure! For as little as $50, you could win this opportunity! You can increase your chances with more. Only 500 entries will be accepted. Click the link below to enter.

PARIS 2024 Olympics epic giveaway for 2: Olympic Village, 3 sports, 4-star hotel, 100K airline miles! Click the link below for more details and to enter.