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Emma Terry: Stomping Out ALS
My Grandy's battle with ALS ended on April 22, 2024.
Join me to take Steps for Stewart as well as the entire ALS Community.
ALS Advocacy in Montgomery
STEWART'S RACE WITH RACING FOR ALS
The logo for Stewart's Race! This started as a picture of Grandy in his purple hot rod!
We were "Racing for ALS", so I had to suit up and hitch a ride!
That ride was in a Lamborghini! It was exhilarating to say the least.
Racing for ALS hosts noncompetitive races all across the country with the goal of raising funding for ALS. Scott and Dave Lloyd co-founded Racing for ALS in honor of Dave's fight with ALS.
Dave lost his battle with ALS, but not before hosting numerous races raising well over $730,000 in total.
I'm a big fan of NASCAR, and Racing for ALS has their very own stock car! The driver's seat of this car was Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s! Hearing that engine was something else!
This is my newest friend, Logan. Her dad was having fun on the track, and she was having fun cheering him on! We shared a special moment where I passed on some "crown magic".
Stewart's Race 2
Stewart
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Hoover PD
Stewart Simpson- my Grandy! All of the work that I do in the ALS Community is for him. This race is in memory of my Grandy because of his love of cars and racing.
Hoover PD
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Hoover PD
The Hoover Police Department even came to support Stewart's Race! Assistant Chief Fountain brought the department's Porsche to Barber Motorsports Park to participate in Stewart's Race!
Impact
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Over 100 drivers participated in Stewart's Race 2! People from all over the country supported this cause.
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Thank you to every single driver, sponsor, and staff member from Racing For ALS and Just Track It for making this event possible. So grateful to be able to honor my grandfather's memory through this event.
Valentine's Day Visit at the Birmingham VA
Veterans are twice as likely to have ALS.
We do not exactly know why. However, we know that there is a higher prevalence of ALS among veterans.
I decided to deliver Valentine's Day cards to those who need it most.
You never know the difference a card and a smile can make. A hospital stay can be difficult. I definitely understand that from the many times my grandfather has stayed at the VA.
Small acts of kindness make the biggest differences.
Small acts of kindness make the biggest differences.
Remember that the smallest steps make the biggest differences. A card may seem small, but the love and joy it carries is monumental!
Kerry Goode's Golf Tournament
Thank You Mr. Kerry!
I spent the day with the Goode Foundation by speaking and working at Kerry Goode's Golf Tournament.
I was honored to be part of this event!
It was lovely to spend time with him, his family, and some former college and NFL football players.
An inspiring day!
Mr. Kerry is another person who has ALS. However, he does not allow his diagnosis to define him. I am thankful to Mr. Kerry and his wife, Mrs. Tanja, for inviting me and allowing me to be part of this event!
NEALS RESEARCH AMBASSADOR
About NEALS
NEALS stands for North Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Consortium. The ALS Clinical Research Learning Institute is a two-day program that educates attendees on the clinical research and therapy development process. It was such an honor to be in a room with ALS Warriors and other leaders in the field.
Dr. Richard Bedlack
Dr. Bedlack is known for much more than his style in the ALS Community. He has been an advocate, a friend to the ALS community, and trailblazer in the world of ALS care. He established NEALS alongside Merit Cudkowicz in 2011 to create more of a bridge between researchers and people living with ALS and their caregivers.
Signing In!
It was such a great moment to meet the kind and welcoming individuals I had been emailing for several weeks leading up to the conference. Everyone was excited to learn, and I was no exception!
Making new friends!
This is Mr. Joe Redmond! He is an ALS Warrior who never stops smiling! It was such a pleasure to meet him and find ways to stay connected after the training.
Words of Wisdom
This was a sweet moment between two new friends. This is Ms. Amy! She offered me some words of wisdom at the conclusion of the training. I am so thankful to have met such wonderful, inspiring people.
Group Picture!
To make it all official, we took a group pic!
Strike Out ALS with UAB Baseball
So thankful for UAB Athletics for allowing me to share my community service initiative at the UAB vs. Notre Dame game!
Met a sweet friend too!
The weather was perfect, and I even got to throw out the first pitch!
Birmingham Squadron ALS night
I partnered with the Birmingham Squadron to host a fundraiser and awareness night! So thankful for the opportunity to increase awareness of ALS in my community!
Drive Out ALS
I am so thankful to each person who participated.
I am so thankful to each person who participated.
I am so thankful to each person who participated.
The Outlet Shops of Grand River has been wonderful to work with. I am very grateful for their support. This would not be possible without them.
I am so thankful to each person who participated.
I am so thankful to each person who participated.
We definitely had some gorgeous cars at the Cruise In
Lots of fun for a cause that matters!
I am so thankful to each person who participated.
Lots of fun for a cause that matters!
I will always be amazed by the support for the ALS Community that Drive Out ALS participants show!
Lots of fun for a cause that matters!
Thankful for the Dixie Vintage Automobile Club for their support!
A sweet friend receiving a Stewart's Choice Award!
The ALS Association came out to support the Cruise In! Love them and all the
work they do.
Miss Alabama's Teen 2021
Follow the link to read my digital book written to help children and teens understand how ALS affects my Grandy and the steps I take to try to make a difference in the ALS community.