Do I need to be “ready” to join?

No. Many people come to a first event and just listen.

Do you offer medical advice?

No—we’re a community support organization. We can share lived experience and general resources, but medical questions belong with your care team.

Can caregivers come even if the person with ALS can’t attend?

Yes—caregivers are always welcome. In fact, many caregivers come on their own. ALS can be isolating, and caregiving is heavy. Our events are a place to feel less alone, get support, and be around others who truly get it. You can share or just listen—whatever feels right.

What if I’m not sure I want to connect yet?

That’s okay. You can browse our events or follow us on social media until it feels right. Our social media handles are all @ALSdoubleplay

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge: Every August Until a Cure!

Every August, ALS Double Play takes part in the Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS to raise awareness and fuel progress toward treatments and a cure. Add your voice, share your video, and help keep ALS in the spotlight — Every August Until a Cure.

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Our Latest Ice Bucket Challenge Video

Watch our newest ALS Ice Challenge video — then join us, post yours, and tag friends to keep the momentum going.

What is the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge For?

The Ice Bucket Challenge is a fun, shareable way to:

Raise awareness about ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease)
Encourage donations to ALS organizations and research
Show solidarity with people and families living with ALS

So if you’ve ever wondered, “Ice Bucket Challenge is for what?” — it’s for awareness, support, and real research progress.

Fill a bucket with cold water + ice.
Record a short video (10–20 seconds is perfect).
Say who you’re supporting and include: “Every August Until a Cure.”
Pour the bucket over your head.
Donate and tag 3 friends.

Safety note: If you have heart conditions, circulation concerns, or other health risks, skip the ice and donate/share instead.

How to take the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Origin Story

In summer 2014, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge spread around the world as people posted videos, donated, and nominated friends to keep the chain going. The challenge became closely associated with people living with ALS and advocates who helped amplify it — including Anthony Senerchia, Pete Frates, and Pat Quinn — turning a simple idea into a global movement.

What 2014 donations helped make possible

The original 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge sparked worldwide participation and raised major funding for ALS organizations. Those donations helped accelerate research efforts, expand collaboration, and support work that improved understanding of ALS biology — pushing the field forward faster than it would have otherwise.

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge: Our Commitment

At ALS Double Play, we keep showing up because awareness fades fast — but ALS doesn’t. We do the Ice Challenge ALS every August until a cure, and we invite you to join us: