Climbing with Compassion
July 23-26, 2026
Mont Tremblant
Jason Chorches has been working for CCALS for five years and as a volunteer at David’s Swim for well over a decade. If you have had equipment delivered or shipped to you, attended one of our many events or visited the Retreat, chances are you have met him. This year he is going to a different mountain to once again do something special.
Jason will be participating in 29029 Everesting at Mont Tremblant, Quebec Canada July 23 - 26, 2026. The event is simple (in theory), hike up the mountain, take the gondola down and repeat…15 times within 36 hours to reach 29029 vertical feet, the equivalent of Mount Everest. This is not a race, but an endurance challenge, something that challenges participants both mentally and physically.
When asked why he would want to do something like this again, Jason replies with ‘because I can’. Since his first completion of 29029 Everesting in 2024 in Stratton, VT, Jason has embraced the physical and mental challenges required in endurance events, participating in a number of other similar events since. Jason truly enjoys challenging himself, but more importantly he decided to do this to raise awareness and money to support Compassionate Care ALS, an organization that is dedicated to supporting people and families living with ALS. Your gift will ensure that CCALS can continue to support over 1,500 families.
To learn more about the 29029 challenge, please click here.
Sponsorship Opportunity
Sponsors
Bill Jatkevicius
Michael Abdelahad
Steven Witt
Nancy Luke
Contributors
16th Annual
David's Old Silver Swim
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Check-In 8:30-9:30 AM
Swim Begins 10:00 AM
Registration is now open!
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.
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.
Total Raised: $164,487.38
Total Raised: $164,487.38
Get your tickets to the fourth annual ShuckALS! This year's event is on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Cape Playhouse Lawn. Join the Lambton Family and CCALS Founder/CEO Ron Hoffman for a night of oysters, live music, and dancing.
ShuckALS is an oyster fest founded by the Lambton family in 2023 that is dedicated to uniting their love of seafood, music, and philanthropy in support of Compassionate Care ALS.
Your general admission ticket gives you access to oysters, a raw bar and drinks, ensuring you can savor the finest flavors of the sea to your heart's content. An additional food truck will be in attendance for those who prefer something a little different.
As the sun sets, a live band will perform and transform the event into an unforgettable night. Participate in our silent auction for exclusive items and a wine toss for a chance to win a bottle of wine; your contributions directly benefit Compassionate Care ALS, an organization providing vital support to people diagnosed with ALS, their families, healthcare providers, and communities.
4:30-9:00 p.m.
Cape Playhouse Lawn
820 Main St
Dennis, MA 02638
