Thank you for visiting my fundraising page.  I'm participating in ALS United Greater New York’s Walk ALS to raise funds that will support individuals and families affected by ALS. 

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 regardless of age, gender, nationality, or ethnicity, although it is primarily an adult-onset disease. Currently there is no known cause or cure.

Being a part of ALS United Greater New York’s WALK ALS is the number one way to unite and fundraise for those living with ALS. Please consider supporting my efforts by donating through my fundraising page.

Your donation today will help fund resources and services to the local ALS community, help find new ALS treatments, and move us closer to a world without the disease. 

My mother, Wanda Linares , was diagnosed with ALS in May 2023 and unfortunately progressed very rapidly. She passed away March 4, 2024. Though this cruel disease took so much from her and our family, our hope is to walk in her honor , bring awareness, and raise money to support finding a cure. My mother had a heart of gold and was always thinking of others before ever thinking of herself. She had the most amazing sense of humor and a smile that could brighten the darkest of days. She was simply " Wanda-ful".  Though her fight has stopped, we will continue for her ❤. 

Please feel free to send this page to any friend or family member who might be interested in donating!

Thank you. 

The Rivera Family.