By making a charitable contribution to the WashU Medicine ALS Research Support Fund, you are playing a critical role in driving medical breakthroughs. The new therapeutic methods being developed in the Miller Lab not only benefit ALS, but are also paving the way for similar therapeutic strategies in many other neurodegenerative diseases, such as Huntington’s disease, SMA, and Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Ways to Give
Mail a check to:
WashU Medical Advancement
MSC 1082-414-2555
7425 Forsyth Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63105-2161
Make your check out to ‘WashU Medicine. Note ALS Center in the memo.
Or give online:
Human Tissue Donations
Scientific research of most diseases, including ALS, depends on the direct study of human tissues that have been affected by the disease. These tissues are generously donated by patients who are willing to undergo autopsies after their deaths.
- To set up future donation, contact Kelly McCoy Gross, RN at 314-273-8215 or kmccoygross@wustl.edu. For urgent donations please page 314-360-7673.
- Supply patient’s name, date of birth, and phone numbers where the next-of-kin can be reached.
- Follow prompts to initiate research autopsy.
Patient & Friends Program
Patients and loved ones can support the center through various philanthropic avenues, including:
- Direct Donations: Financial contributions of any size directly fund critical research, clinical trials, and patient support services.
- Legacy Giving: Options for planned gifts, such as bequests or endowments, ensure a lasting impact on future ALS breakthroughs.
- Tribute Gifts: Donors can honor caregivers, physicians, or loved ones through gifts made in their name, celebrating their dedication or memory.
For more information, contact Emily Williams.
Organize A Community Fundraising Event
Join with your family members, friends, or colleagues to make a difference! Whether you have a personal connection to a particular disease, or want to honor or pay tribute to a loved one, community fundraising events make an impact in raising awareness and supporting innovation in research, patient care programs, and education in the the WashU Medicine ALS Center and Miller Lab.
To organize a fundraising event or initiative, contact Emily Williams.
Please accept our sincere Thank You for your contribution to the WashU Medicine ALS Research Support Fund.
Impacts of Your Generosity
- Accelerating Research: Funding groundbreaking studies in the Miller Lab and other research initiatives to understand ALS mechanisms and discover new treatments.
- Enhancing Clinical Care: Supporting specialized programs like the Tofersen Clinical Program and the Multidisciplinary ALS Clinic, ensuring patients receive the most advanced and comprehensive care.
- Expanding Outreach: Bolstering programs like the At-risk ALS Program, enabling early detection, proactive monitoring, and genetic counseling.
- Providing Patient Support: Offering crucial resources, education, and supportive services that improve the quality of life for individuals and families navigating ALS.
For more information, contact Emily Williams.