Thank you for donating and helping me reach my Walk ALS fundraising goal! Walk ALS raises funds to support those affected by ALS and to spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure. 

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis. ALS can strike anyone, and presently there is no known cause or cure. 

That’s why I’m walking. To change the statistics. To bring help and hope to those living with the disease. To support the caregivers who help their loved one fight this disease.   To ensure that no one ever hears the words: “You Have ALS” again!  This was the worst day of our lives once we received the phone call from the doctor.

My beautiful daughter Naishia Gray passed away on January 14, 2023. During her battle fighting the disease, she was brave, selfless and determined to make a difference. She asked her family and her medical team at Mass General Hospital to continue to fight this fight for her knowing that she would eventually loose her life to the disease.

Everyone she came in contact with was inspired by her courageousness and the light that shined from within her.

Please consider walking with me or making a donation to my team. With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease.