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On Sunday, November 2nd, I’m proud to be running as part of Team ALS TDI in the TCS New York City Marathon. I’ll be taking on 26.2 miles in support of the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) - a nonprofit biotech and an official charity partner of the race, dedicated solely to finding effective treatments and a cure for ALS.

This mission is deeply personal to myself and my family. My uncle, John Russo, has been living with ALS for over 12 years -defying the typical prognosis of just 3 to 5 years. ALS is a relentless, progressive disease that takes away the ability to walk, talk, and breathe - but not the will to fight. There is no cure yet - but there is hope, and that hope lies in research.

Through all the physical challenges, Uncle John has remained a source of light, humor, and strength in our lives. He has also worked to advance the science that could one day lead to a cure, serving on ALS research boards and making generous contributions of both time and resources to support groundbreaking discovery and advocacy. My family has come together year after year for ALS walks and 5Ks and this year, running the NYC Marathon is my way of honoring his fight and contributing to something bigger.

My goal is to raise $10,000 to support ALS TDI’s necessary work. They are at the forefront of ALS research, driven by science and fueled by the generosity of people like you. Every single dollar you donate goes directly toward accelerating treatment development and bringing us closer to a cure.

If you’re able, please consider making a donation. Whether it’s $5 or $500, your support makes a meaningful impact for families like mine and for everyone affected by ALS.

Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Let’s keep pushing forward. Let’s end ALS.