Eric Dane received the Dean & Kathleen Rasmussen Advocate of the Year Award

ALS Network Community Research Committee received the Essey Commitment to Cures Award

ABOUT THE EVENT
The Champions for Cures and Care awards gala celebrates extraordinary individuals and organizations whose contributions and efforts advance ALS Network's mission-critical activities.
Attendees enjoyed an inspirational evening featuring cocktails; a silent and live auction; gourmet dinner; celebrity guests; musical entertainment; and the presentation of the ALS Network's highest honors, The Essey Awards.
Special Thanks to our 2026 Champions for Cures and Care Gala Committee
Lorraine Barth, Jessica Carlson, Linda Della, Jared Gill, Theresa Kolish, Nina Mattera and Karen Sutton

A NOTE REGARDING DONOR ADVISED FUNDS
You can recommend a grant from your donor-advised fund to provide vital help to those we serve and power the search for effective treatments and cures for ALS through the ALS Network. You may choose to make a one-time gift, or to create a recurring monthly or quarterly gift for even more impact.
If you would like to make a gift now through your DAF, simply click this link to find your fund.
Please note, however, that a grant from a DAF cannot be used for anything that benefits you or your family members directly.
This includes:
• Tickets or tables at galas and fundraising dinners
• Auction items, raffles, or anything received in exchange for your donation
Thank you for your understanding.