Ice Bucket Challenge

Join us for the 10th Ice Bucket Challenge Anniversary

On Saturday August 3rd to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Ice Bucket Challenge, 9am-10am, at Salt River Fields Centerfield parking lot in Scottsdale.

Continuing the Legacy – 10th Anniversary

The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge is more than just a viral sensation; it’s a testament to the power of social media in driving real-world impact. It demonstrated how collective efforts can lead to substantial contributions to medical research and support for those affected by debilitating conditions.

The legacy of the Ice Bucket Challenge continues today in celebrating the 10th Anniversary on August 3rd, 2024. Every year, inspired by the original campaign, people around the world participate in various events and challenges to support ALS research and spread awareness.

Thanks to Anthony Senerchia, Pete Frates, and Pat Quinn who founded the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. ALS Arizona is participating this year to continue to raise awareness, celebrate the impact of this viral sensation, and continue to fund free programs for our Arizona patients and families.

The Impact

The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge had an unprecedented impact:

  • Fundraising: The challenge raised over $220 million worldwide for ALS research and patient care. The ALS Association alone received $115 million, which significantly advanced scientific research and care for those living with ALS.
  • Awareness: The challenge brought ALS to the forefront of public consciousness, informing millions about the disease and its effects.
  • Research Breakthroughs: Funds from the challenge contributed to significant scientific advancements, including the discovery of new ALS genes and improved understanding of the disease's mechanisms.

Our goal for this event is to raise more awareness and raise some funds to support our ALS Arizona patients and families. All funds support our free programs and research.

How You Can Participate:

  • Bring your own bucket to Salt River Fields on August 3rd to participate as we are expecting around 500 people.
  • Send us your Ice Bucket Challenge Videos – we are making a promotional video and would love to include as many of your past videos as possible. Our deadline for our promotional video is July 19th. Please email those to lindsey@alsaz.org. If you still want to share your videos after the July 19th deadline, share on social media by tagging us at @ALSArizona and use #ArizonaIceBucket.
  • If you live in Tucson, we are having a satellite event at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church (1200 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson, Arizona 85719) on August 3rd at 9:00am. If you would like more details for Tucson's event please contact Deboni Park at deboni@aslaz.org

*If you can’t be in attendance on August 3rd, please participate in the challenge by videoing and posting to social media using the #ArizonaIceBucket & tagging us @alsarizona and giving using the link above.

For more information email angie@alsaz.org or call our office at 602-297-3800.

Check out Larry Gaydos taking the challenge from 10 years ago!

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