About The Young Professionals Group
The YPG works hand in hand with The ALS Association Greater New York Chapter to find a cure for ALS and to provide patient services to families living with the disease. Our annual fundraising efforts focus on events that include the New York City Walk to Defeat ALS and a Winter Gala.
Our Mission
The mission of the Young Professionals Group (YPG) is to generate awareness of the fight against ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) by developing fun, sophisticated and meaningful opportunities for their peers to get involved in the cause.
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The Members of the YPG make an annual contribution to the work of the ALS Association and their research efforts. ALS Association-funded scientists are currently active in more than 11 countries and 150 laboratories around the world. From individual projects to global collaborations, The ALS Association provides funding to experts in a variety of scientific focus areas critical to advancing the search for treatments and a cure for ALS. We are inspired to support and continue these efforts which are getting us closer to our ultimate goal, a world without ALS.
Advocacy for research, health & long-term care, and caregiver support is a priority of The ALS Association and the YPG. Each year during ALS Awareness Month, the YPG participates in a delegation at National Advocacy Day and Public Policy Conference. This event is the ALS community's only opportunity to join together to educate Members of Congress on the importance of stepping up the fight to conquer ALS through research care and support. Members of the YPG meet with their local representatives to share their stories, and emphasize why government support can make a difference in the lives of those living with ALS.
The YPG is involved with many initiatives with the ALS Association Greater New York Chapter, including working with the patient community to give back and volunteer. Whether it is visiting patients at home for social visits, helping with yard work or home organization for those who need the assistance, or working at the Walk to defeat ALS, the YPG represents the next generation of leaders and supporters in all ways of fighting ALS.
The YPG hosts monthly events to get together to socialize, meet new members, and spread the word about the fight against ALS. Varying from fitness events, to Happy Hours, and to outings to Yankee games or other games, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
The 2018 Gala brought together 250 passionate guests who together raised almost $50,000 for the fight against ALS.
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General: ypg@als-ny.org