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Please Participate in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

In Honor of Allison's Dad, Jim, please participate in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge anytime between now and August 31, and make a donation to CCALS.

Total

$53,655.33

Contributors

Marybeth Dooling
peggy geaney
sharon Brovelli
Courtney Lewis
Sandy Leary
Cait Simmons
Amber Gregory
Christine Duane
Heidi White
Isabelle McKinnon
Jenna Judge
Amanda Cayton-Archer
Annie Ahern
Heather Mercer
Doug and Nadine Bradshaw
Jennifer Hurley
Alice Louis
Lauren Bitar
Michael Kane
Jim Gennari
Michael Driscoll
Caroline Ross
Sheila &Lonnie McCullough
Jessie Alegria
Joseph Hurley
Katherine Leen
Mckenzie DiStefano
Cait Simmons
Stacey Corey
Gail Lincoln
Jason Lavely
Judy Petraske
Ann-Marie Rollo
Ali McLellan
Jessica Bethka
charlene and phil rollins
Richard Oliver
Donna Phillips
Jasmine Gee
Meghan Thomas
Ed Park
Gina Holick
Jessica Bosssert
Phoebe Gist
Daniel Ross
Brian Donnelly
James and Sharon Duda
Shaun and Beth McHugh
ROBERTA PLATI
Christine and Jim Moulton
Susan Duda
Mike & Paula Hayeck
Jonathan Bush
Maureen Joyce
sangeeta moorjani
Joe Kayser
Jon Panagrossi
Sean Leahy
Maureen Mccarthy
Mr and Mrs Michae Kennedy
LINDA HURST
Karen Deeley
Rachael Cronk
Mary Tiedtke
Emily Schilling
Allison Crosby-Thompson
margot conley
Tyson Sunnerberg
Brian Murphy
Type One Fitness Community
Judy Ketterer
Ted Wolf
Chris Shugrue
Kristin Dodd
William Rooney
Oberon Knapp
DiAnn Tufts
Howard Tufts
Mike Tarsala
Robin Gilroy
Elizabeth Murphy
Alexander Crosett III
Stephen Gust
Brian Hurley
Joe, HyoJin & Julian Chapin
Nicole Joyce
Susan Greene
Kevin & Patti Barry
Stephanie Recchia
JoAnne Zangrillo
Kara LaRossa
Jane McGovern
Susan Foster
Paul & Darya Gamel
Marni Heitin
Sheela Belagaje
Sarah Hanson
Brittany Hatfield
Marni and Henry Migliaccio
Deborah Mayhew
Victoria Bourret
Jean Tempel
Ed & Paula Ivaldi
Elise Scully
Elaine Bitar
Arthur Kennedy
Maryellen and James Barrett
Francis Cloherty
Joseph Hennessey
Wayne Bethoney
Paul Sughrue
Enid Louis
John Leahy
Julie Watkins
Leeanne Langston
Maria Ray
Martin McDonough
Bob Rogers
Caitlin and Mike Rever/Audet
Lindsay Roth
Ben Miller
Anthony Guthrie
Alfred Schofield
Louise Bombardieri
Michael Scannell
Jim and Carolyn MacDonald
Kate Howlett
Michael Scannell
Alison Nunes
Paul Currie
Amy Nash
David Hegarty
Janice & John Rorke
Betsey Clifford
Tina Flaherty
Megan Smith
Peter Biciunas
Leandro Lacerda
Kurt Rever
Stephen Neff
James Christopher Freeman
Margaret McKenna
Jeffrey & Susan Lagarce
Julia & Jim McCarthy
Barry Driscoll
Mark Bitar
Katie Pendergast
Elke O'Brien
Rupsha Biswas
Karin Anderson
Shirley Rinehart
Robert O’Connell
Lisa Bohlin
Susan Rorke
Charlene and Phil Rollins
Nicole Malcolm
Helena Madden
Alanna Graden
Victoria Bourret
Steph Izzo Reilly
AMY OUELLETTE
Maureen Ajemian
David Bourret
Virginia and Kurt Rever Rever
Elizabeth Bourret
Brittany Corbett
Deborah Mayhew
Jane Cox
Kathryn Hackett
Jay Richards
Nancy Recchia
Joann Driscoll
Rita MacDonald
Karalyn Thayer
Thomas Weldon
Marni Migliaccio
Barbra Driscoll
Julia Driscoll
Brittany Hatfield
Erin Logan
Michael & Karen Chapin
Blair Corcoran
Kara Wishart
Kelly Proulx
Robert MacDonald
Sarah Hanson
Cindia Norton
Denise Louis
Cara4117 Bauer
Joanne Julia
Paul & Darya Gamel

Comments

"You are always in my prayers 🙏 Sharon"
- sharon Brovelli

"Happy Birthday Allison and sending love to your family and especially your Dad. Let's find a cure!"
- Amber Gregory

"Sending love to you and the fam."
- Jenna Judge

"In support of Jim MacDonald. You have two amazing women in Allison and Carolyn. ❤️ Stay Strong! Heather Mercer"
- Heather Mercer

"Stay Strong.. Sending our Love!! ❤️"
- Michael Kane

"Thinking of the McDonald Family. Sheila and Lonnie McCullougj"
- Sheila &Lonnie McCullough

"Worked with Jim at several banks many years ago; wishing him and his family strength in this battle."
- Katherine Leen

"Love you Allison! Happy 40th! Keep fighting, Jim! We are all in your corner!"
- Cait Simmons

"So proud of you!!"
- Stacey Corey

"We are thinking of you all! End ALS!"
- Jessica Bethka

"In honor of our dear friend Jim MacDonald and in memory of our dear friends and family who have passed from ALS.....Pauline Travis, Glen Roberts, Carol Roberts Thank you so much Allison for bringing incredible awareness to this disease and treatments and thank you Ron Hoffman...truly a wonderful human being!! We will ALWAYS support!!"
- charlene and phil rollins

"We love you Jim , Deb and Rick"
- Richard Oliver

"You got this! <3 Thinking of you all during this difficult time but thank you for working for all to find support and help for ALS."
- Meghan Thomas

"With Love, Gina and Nancy Holick"
- Gina Holick

"Thank you for your dedication to raising money and awareness! xo"
- Jessica Bosssert

"Happy birthday Allison! Wishing you, your dad and your mom all the strength during this time"
- Phoebe Gist

"From the boys at Arborscape"
- Brian Donnelly

"In support of you Jim God bless"
- Susan Duda

"Rooting for Jim The greatest combination of toughness and grace I have ever worked with."
- Jonathan Bush

"From Clergytrust team"
- Maureen Joyce

"Happy Birthday Allison. what an amazing way to celebrate and honor you dad. Wishing Jim the very best. Always sending you strength and healthy vibes. Sangeeta"
- sangeeta moorjani

"Thinking of you Jim!"
- Jon Panagrossi

"Jim- I’m thinking of you during this difficult time. . Stay strong!!!"
- Sean Leahy

"Love Maureen McCarthy in honor of Jim . Loving thoughts and prayers with you all !💗"
- Maureen Mccarthy

"Happy 40th Birthday, Allison. Love to you, mom and your wonderful dad."
- LINDA HURST

"With love and hope for all those living with ALS, and their families. May we find a cure!"
- Karen Deeley

"Love, The Cronk Family ❤️"
- Rachael Cronk

"In honor of Jim 💛love Emily and Brian and kids."
- Emily Schilling

"Type One Fitness"
- Tyson Sunnerberg

"From the Type One Fitness community"
- Type One Fitness Community

"Wishing you the best, Jim! You got this!"
- Chris Shugrue

"Jim, you are a great man."
- William Rooney

"Jim is truly one of the kindest and most generous people i've ever known. always thoughtful, always with time for others."
- Oberon Knapp

"The Bootcamp gang is looking forward to our challenge"
- Mike Tarsala

"Happy birthday, Allison! What a wonderful way to honor your dad. Jim is an inspiration to everyone at the gym."
- Robin Gilroy

"Your dad is an amazing and brave individual know that he’s in our prayers here at Regina Cleri!"
- Stephen Gust

"For my friend. Jim"
- John Leahy

"Jim, you and your family are in my prayers. Lee"
- Leeanne Langston

"We love you Jim!"
- Anthony Guthrie

"Allison - we are so inspired by you and your family and honored to support. Wishing you a happy 40th and thanks for all the positivity you bring to the world! Hope you have an amazing rest of the summer!!"
- Alfred Schofield

"Happy Birthday Allison. To honor Jim MacDonald"
- Jim and Carolyn MacDonald

"Thank you Jim! We appreciate you. Praying for your strength."
- Kate Howlett

"To recognize and honor Jim in recognition of Allison MacDonald's 40th Birthday Ice Bucket Challenge"
- Michael Scannell

"A truly wonderful person that I have had the honor to know and work with for several years."
- Alison Nunes

"In honor of Jim MacDonald"
- Megan Smith

"From Peter and Margaret"
- Peter Biciunas

"Happy to support Allison's Ice Bucket challenge in honor of her dad and a great colleague & friend, Jim MacDonald!"
- Stephen Neff

"There has never been a better boss in the world! Good for you Allison! I think your Mom enjoyed that dump of the bucket!"
- Margaret McKenna

"Jim I will do the ice bucket challange when my grandchildren are here . A great cause. I hope to see you soon. Happy birthday Allison"
- Jeffrey & Susan Lagarce

"This donation was given by Katie Pendergast"
- Katie Pendergast

"This is in honor of Jim MacDonald and his wonderful wife and daughter, Carolyn and Allison."
- Elke O'Brien

"Love you all."
- Susan Rorke

"Happy Birthday Allison! You are a wonderful daughter. Stay strong Jim, we love you!"
- Charlene and Phil Rollins

"From a Type 1 patron. Wishing you strength and peace. ."
- Nicole Malcolm

"Happy Birthday, Allison. Your dad is simply amazing!,"
- Helena Madden

"I met your dad at Type One Fitness, had a nice chat riding the bikes. He’s a great guy!"
- Alanna Graden

"For Jim!"
- Steph Izzo Reilly

"This is in honor of Jim MacDonald."
- David Bourret

"Happy Birthday Allison!! Aweome job participating in the Ice Bucket Challenge to honor your dad!"
- Deborah Mayhew

"This is for Jim MacDonald"
- Kathryn Hackett

"Praying for a cure ❤️"
- Nancy Recchia

"Way to go Allison! A fabulous way to honor your dad, a wonderful man."
- Thomas Weldon

"Great, great cause. Sending love your way. Xo"
- Barbra Driscoll

"In honor of Jim Macdonald"
- Brittany Hatfield

"In honor of Jim and celebrating Allison’s 40th!"
- Erin Logan

"Thank You Allison for getting this challenge started!"
- Michael & Karen Chapin

"Love to Jim MacDonald and his amazing family."
- Sarah Hanson

"Keep up the great work Allison and Happy Birthday to you!!! -Cara Bauer (St. Jude)"
- Cara4117 Bauer

"Hi - I am making this donation to CCALS to support Jim MacDonald and others as they battle ALS. Jim's daughter, Allison MacDonald, is organizing an ALS Ice Bucket challenge and reached out to family and friends for our support. Thank you for all you do. Joanne Julia Hobe Sound, FL"
- Joanne Julia

"Happy 40th Birthday Allison!"
- Paul & Darya Gamel

To celebrate 2b
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2026 Falmouth Road Race with Compassionate Care ALS

August 16, 2026

CCALS team registration will open on March 3, 2026.

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3rd Annual

KRV for ALS Truck & Car Show at Gillette Stadium!

Saturday, August 1, 2026
4-8pm

It’s that time of year again! We’re excited to return for the 3rd annual KRV for ALS Truck Show

The 2025 event was a huge success, with attendance nearly doubling from 2024. Once again, we’ll be heading back to Gillette Stadium for an afternoon showcase, wrapping up the day with an incredible light show from participating trucks as the event comes to a close.

In just two years, this event has raised nearly $75,000 to support ALS care programs. This year, our goal is to raise $50,000, and every sponsor plays a vital role in making that possible. The success of this event simply wouldn’t happen without your support. Below, you’ll fi nd details on the sponsorship and vendor opportunities available for this year’s show.

*All sponsorships are fully Tax Deductible! Receipt provided for your tax records.
501(c)(3) Organization - The RYCO Foundation: #99-2838136

David’s Old Silver Swim is an annual open ocean swim along the beautiful shoreline of Old Silver Beach, in North Falmouth, Cape Cod. Join us in the clear waters of Buzzards Bay for our 16th annual charity swim. Choose either a 2-loop, 1-mile swim or a 1-loop, 0.5-mile swim, both featuring chip timing technology for accurate race results. There is also a non-competitive and untimed 1-loop, 0.5-mile fun swim for anyone looking to test the waters in a relaxed setting, with the option to complete the full loop or simply swim out and back at their own pace.

This event honors the memory of David Garber, who passed away in October, 2023 after living with ALS for 14 years. His spirit, friendship, determination and love was an inspiration to countless people who got to know him, from near and far.

Compassionate Care ALS Founder and Executive Director, Ron Hoffman, shared a profound and enduring friendship with David. Throughout his ALS journey, David also cultivated an extraordinary and deeply meaningful relationship with the organization. CCALS is honored to continue David’s legacy through this remarkable event.

David Garber & Ron

Ron Hoffman and David Garber at the 2016 CCALS Gala

“David’s ability to live a full life despite ALS was absolutely extraordinary.”
– Mike Fishbein, longtime friend.

Thru-hiking the AT – Layne's World Edition

April - August

brandon side by side

Brandon completed the Appalachian Trail on September 1st! Thank you for everyone's support along the way!

This year I will be attempting a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail (AT). This trail traverses 14 different states along the Eastern United States going from Georgia to Maine spanning 2,197.9 miles.

The reason I am hiking the AT is because of my dad, Layne Oliff. He instilled in me the love of nature. He was an avid trail runner, hiker, cyclist and an all-around lover of nature himself. He was diagnosed with PLS in 2017 and ALS in 2020. He passed in April of 2025. Watching him lose his motor function and go from someone who can run, jump, and climb to being in a wheelchair was incredibly difficult.

My dad and I spent time talking about life, nature and the Appalachian Trail. Hiking the AT was on his bucket list but one item he was never able to complete. I decided that if he couldn’t walk the AT, I would walk in honor of him. We had many conversations about this, and now I am attempting this thru-hike to honor his memory and as a fundraiser for ALS.

From diagnosis, my dad spent much of his time and energy advocating for those with ALS. This hike honors both his love of nature and his dedication to the ALS community. I have chosen to have donations go to Compassionate Care ALS. CCALS is a great organization that provides the much-needed support for those diagnosed with ALS and their families. This support includes equipment, support groups, and education. My parents received support from CCALS, and firmly supported and believed in the mission and the important work of CCALS.

Please consider supporting me, honoring my father, and supporting those with ALS by donating to this worthwhile cause. Follow my progress here and on Instagram @bmountains_23.

Total:

$12,380.06

Contributors

Melissa Stein
Tyler Kalina
Lois Saks
Peter Braun
Trevor Oliff
Michelle Goldblatt
Tracy & Mark Ellis
Sandy and Leslie Dubner
Marisa Valdez
Jan & Don Shaw
Ann Oliff
Mark and Carla Frisch
Pam Brownstein and Ken Lipstein
The Krell Family
Ginger Hardwick
Claire & Harris Bornstein
Nancy Rich
Harry Steindler
Dustan Bishop
Jared Simons
Ann and Lou Beckerman
Marc Brown
Kelly Simonson
Andrea Pauls Backman
Judith Springer
David Shulman
Megan VanDuyne
Ellen Smith
Jared Smith
Faye and Ira Bodenstein
Bob and Merle Mermelstein
Jill Brattain
Annette Krell
Dan and Allie Seigle
Ron and Glori Weinert
Michael Bernstein
Patricia Clarke
Leslie O'Flahavan
Bob Lyons
Joni Akselrad
Rachel Stone
Julia Kim
Caryn Nacht
Lori Heller
margie and paul dubner
margie and paul dubner
Michael Oliff
Sheila Romain
Donna Perch
Leo and Sheryl Morton
Kelsey Solomon
Jeff & Esther Craven
Anne and Mike ONeill
Judy Lasher
Ellen Shapiro
Raya & Ed Warner
Matt & Tali Axelrod
Marianne Dammert
Jeryl Chico
Don & Martha Pollak
Max Heitner
Rich & Lori Skoller
Annette Krell
Callie Campbell
Laurie and Saul Heitner
Matt Meserole
Laura Queller
Mark Michaels
Marianne and Rick Dammert
Marianne and Rick Dammert
Carol Koransky
Cathy and Bill Dudley
Gary Kalina
Ali Lasher
Jess Geller
reed oliff
reed oliff
Samantha Matthews-McCarty
Carla Frisch
Miriam Becker-Cohen
Miriam Becker-Cohen
Noreen Wickwire
Ellen and Marty Romm
Janet and Larry Sills
Ronnie Goland
Cynthia and Marc Plawker
Michelle Sumner
Jacob Fenton

Comments

"Your dad would be so proud of you!"
- Melissa Stein

"We are so proud of you Brandon! You honored your dad with so much love!"
- Lois Saks

"One of my biggest memories of Layne Oliff was the fact that he jogged to school. He may have been the only student who jogged more than two miles to school every day. In H.S., after the Oliffs all biked to Canada from Chicago, I can see how their next generation could walk as far as they biked. An amazing accomplishment."
- Peter Braun

"We’re so proud of you!"
- Michelle Goldblatt

"Brandon: what a touching tribute to your dad."
- Sandy and Leslie Dubner

"Way to go Brandon. Couldn’t be more proud!"
- Ann Oliff

"we gave a donation at the beginning and wanted to top it off at the end to help get you up that last mountain. What an amazing tribute to an amazing man."
- Mark and Carla Frisch

"What a tribute to an extraordinary person!"
- Pam Brownstein and Ken Lipstein

"What a wonderful gift to Layne and all the people who have or who've had ALS and their families."
- Harry Steindler

"In memory of Brandon's dad Layne. The Appalachian Trail is a special place and I know your dad has been and will be with you every step of the way on this trail and every trail that life leads you on."
- Dustan Bishop

"You are an amazing man, Brandon! Cheering you on through your last 500 miles. 💜 Love Kelly"
- Kelly Simonson

"Go Brandon! I know your dad would be so proud!!"
- Andrea Pauls Backman

"I make this contribution to honor Layne’s life and the love he shared with Ann and their children and grandchildren."
- Judith Springer

"Such a wonderful tribute to your dad! He is missed by so many of us!!"
- Faye and Ira Bodenstein

"Bob and Merle Mermelstein"
- Bob and Merle Mermelstein

"Keep it up. Brandon!! Cheering you on from afar."
- Jill Brattain

"Good luck and enjoy the journey Brandon!"
- Ron and Glori Weinert

"Brandon, I grew up in Skokie with your Dad and Uncles. I’ve been a great friend of Reed for over 50 years. Also, your grandpa used to cut my hair! Congrats on this journey. I know your dad wouod be very proud."
- Michael Bernstein

"In honor of your dad Layne and your mom Ann, and in honor of your efforts and meditations, Brandon! Much love, The O'Flahavan Family (Leslie, John, Linnae and Paige)"
- Leslie O'Flahavan

"Like father, like son, both are total inspirations. Happy Trails! - All my love Bob Lyons"
- Bob Lyons

"We love you and your Dad"
- Joni Akselrad

"Hi Brandon, First, I am so very sorry for your loss. You don’t know me, but my husband and I are also section hikers on the AT, and we are marathon runners as well. My husband passed away in March 2026. Like me, he loved hiking and running marathons, and he dreamed of someday completing the entire AT and running the Boston Marathon. He was diagnosed in February 2025 and lost his ability to walk in October. This past April, I ran the Boston Marathon in his honor. While our stories are different, I understand the heartbreak of losing someone who shared dreams and passions. My heart truly aches for you and your family. Best of luck on the hike."
- Julia Kim

"What a great way to honor your dad and raise awareness. Go Brandon"
- Caryn Nacht

"in loving memory of your dad"
- margie and paul dubner

"in loving memory of your dad"
- margie and paul dubner

"Brandon, what a great way to honor and remember your dad. I'm certain his spirit is walking every step with you! Donna & Murray Perch"
- Donna Perch

"Brandon, what a wonderful tribute to your dad, our brother. Always in our hearts..... Uncle Leo and Aunt Sheryl"
- Leo and Sheryl Morton

"Brandon your father would be so proud of you."
- Jeff & Esther Craven

"Looking forward to hearing all about your adventure!!"
- Anne and Mike ONeill

"I think it is wonderful that you are doing this to raise money and awareness of ALS. Your mom and dad touched my heart back in the '80s and will forever have a special place there."
- Marianne Dammert

"Way to go Brandon, with your Dad in your heart and ours as well!"
- Laurie and Saul Heitner

"Amazing tribute. Good luck Brandon!"
- Matt Meserole

"I worked with your mom in the mid-80s at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.. She was in my wedding party.. She and your dad were one of my favorite couples. I think this is such a cool thing for you to do to honor your dad's memory. I'm sure you guys miss him every day! I believe that his spirit will be with you on this hike as raise money and awareness for ALS. May you be blessed with a safe journey and new insights on life and nature.."
- Marianne and Rick Dammert

"I worked with your mom in the mid-80s at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.. She was in my wedding party.. She and your dad were one of my favorite couples. I think this is such a cool thing for you to do to honor your dad's memory. I'm sure you guys miss him every day! I believe that his spirit will be with you on this hike as raise money and awareness for ALS. May you be blessed with a safe journey and new insights on life and nature.."
- Marianne and Rick Dammert

"Wishing you a wonderful and safe hike as you honor your Dad"
- Carol Koransky

"Following you!"
- Cathy and Bill Dudley

"Proud of your Brandon."
- Gary Kalina

"What an amazing tribute. Best wishes for a safe and meaningful journey!"
- Ali Lasher

"In memory of our special friend, Layne. And in recognition of Brandon’s journey."
- Jess Geller

"Your dad is with you during each step of this journey!"
- reed oliff

"Your dad is with you during each step of this journey!"
- reed oliff

"We love you and I know your father is proud of you❤️ We hope we can adventure together again soon"
- Samantha Matthews-McCarty

"Go Brandon! Thinking about your family and your dad. He’d be so proud."
- Miriam Becker-Cohen

"Go Brandon! Thinking about your family and your dad. He’d be so proud."
- Miriam Becker-Cohen

"I didn’t know your dad, but he sounds like a very special man who raised a very special son! Safe travels to you! Your dad is with you every step you take!"
- Ellen and Marty Romm

"Brandon, we are certain your Dad is so proud of you. Own that for the wonderful son you are. Go the distance. 👍☀️🥾"
- Janet and Larry Sills

"Love and luck to you Brandon. What a wonderful tribute to your dad. Ronnie and Larry Goland"
- Ronnie Goland

"In loving memory of the kindest, true warrior"
- Cynthia and Marc Plawker

"Such an amazing way to honor your dad."
- Michelle Sumner

"Go get it, Brandon. What a great tribute!"
- Jacob Fenton

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