Augie’s Quest Raises $1.1 Million for ALS Research
Posted: October 23, 2024 in Other News
Augie’s Quest
LAS VEGAS, NV – Thanks to the incredible support of the Tradition of Hope community, Augie’s Quest raised over $1.1 million on Friday night! Those donations empowered hope to the ALS community within the room and beyond.
Our Chairman, Lynne Nieto, presented Juli Brown with the Augie Nieto Legacy award, honoring Juli’s commitment to Augie’s Quest. Lynne spoke about the importance of carrying on Augie’s Legacy in the fight against ALS. ALS Therapy Development Institute’s CEO and Chief Scientific Officer, Fernando Vieira spoke about the progress being made in the lab thanks to funding from Augie’s Quest and presented Johnny Rodriguez, former Mater Dei Lacrosse Coach, with the Champion for ALS Award. Johnny’s comments about living with ALS received a well deserved standing ovation spurring a flurry of donations to ALS research.
A special thank you to Sheléa McDonald for being an incredible host and to David Foster, Katharine McPhee and Daniel Emmet for an unforgettable show.
A special thank you to our generous matching donor, David Pyle and the OneRoot Foundation for helping to make the 18th Annual Tradition of Hope Gala a huge success!
Founded by Augie Nieto, Augie’s Quest to Cure ALS is the unwavering force driving breakthroughs in ALS research, defying limitations, and empowering hope for a future without this devastating disease.
View highlights from this amazing night.
