The ALS Association Florida Chapter

The ALS Association Florida Chapter has been serving the ALS community in Florida since 1987. ALS, also referred to as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a progressive neuro-degenerative disease that results in total paralysis and death due to respiratory failure usually within 3-5 years. There is currently no known treatment or cure. In Florida there are almost 1,600 people living with ALS at any given time. Charity Navigator, the nation’s leading charity watchdog, has recognized our Chapter nationally as a Four Star Charity for two consecutive years due to our commitment to fiscal responsibility, transparency, and governance. The Board of Directors is comprised of 15 members who set policy, approve the annual budget and ensure we meet the mission and goals of the organization. Because we do not charge for our programs and services, we rely on the strong community support and continually seek new avenues of funding to sustain our services and programs for the ALS community in Florida.

The ALS Association Florida Chapter is fighting ALS on all fronts by providing programs for people living with ALS, advocating on behalf of people living with ALS with our government leaders, creating awareness of the disease, and funding research to find effective treatments and ultimately a cure.