Saturday, October 11, 2008

Introducing... A Giving Spirit Foundation

This foundation is guided by the vision of Laura Woodall and her family. It will primarily support families of Mothers experiencing adversity in the face of an unforeseen health challenge, as well as Project ALS and the ALS Division of the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

In 2006, Laura was diagnosed with a motor neuron disease which falls under the realm of ALS. Under the shadow of this diagnosis, Laura formed a team of her closest friends and fellow mothers. "Laura's League" proceeded to reaise over $100,000 for the MDA Stride N'Ride event in March 2007. For leading this remarkable effort, Laura was named Honoree at the MDA's 2008 Black & Blue Gala. And once again, Laura's League played a part in a record-breaking ALS fundraising effort for this Charlotte Chapter MDA event.

We are so pround of Laura and all that she has done to promote awareness and funding for ALS research. She is an inspiration to us all. A Giving Spirit Foundation will strive to continue the momentum generated by Laura's League and to inspire others along the way.