Our Mission

For a  moment, please consider this: ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, can strike anyone of us. In fact, without warning, it happens to 15 people each day in the US. The average life expectancy is only two to five years from the time of diagnosis. ALS slowly takes away your ability to move, speak, swallow and ultimately  breathe.                                                                     Additionally, there is absolutely no cure.

Less than a year ago, Ben Davis was personally impacted by two different men who were diagnosed with ALS.   Both have since passed away. Ben was inspired by the courage they both exuded despite their diagnosis. "It truly makes you wonder how any one of us would handle such news" he says. Because of their inspiration, Ben has gone on leave from his job to trek from Maine to Georgia along the 2,175 mile long Appalachian Trail, starting September 21st. This epic journey will last for 65+ days. Each day is being dedicated to a specific ALS hero. We will share their brave and inspiring stories online @ 2175forALS.com. 

This website will provide a platform for people who have been impacted with ALS to tell their stories in an extended effort to ignite our community and to help people realize how fragile life really is. With your help, we can make this possible and maybe - just maybe, we can reach our goal of raising 1 million dollars for the families and HEROES impacted by this deadly disease. Many people will be touched by your involvement if you simply find it in your heart to take action and help in any way. Help comes in many different sizes - but without your donations, nothing will happen. Take action. Remember, it is not that one person gives many dollars - but that many people, just like you, give one dollar. Together, we can make a huge difference in the lives of those living with ALS.

Please make a $1 donation today.

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Email Us at "Crew@2175forALS.com"