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.

This is my 5th year walking in memory of my PopPop, Richard Gundy. My PopPop was an amazing person who was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He commanded the room with his presence and had the best sense of humor! He enjoyed golf, watching me play sports, Italian food, and traveling. 

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.

PopPop passed away in July 2019, 6 months after he received his ALS diagnosis. It was devastating to my family to see a once vibrant man deteriorate so quickly. 

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. 

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

I know my PopPop would be so proud of the person I have become and that I continue to spread awareness about ALS. He is the reason I walk, so that future generations do not have to endure the loss of a family member to this devastating disease. 

Thank you,

Grant