Help Support The Walk to Defeat ALS This Saturday in Sioux Falls

The local community is coming together this Saturday to raise awareness, honor loved ones, and support the fight against ALS.

The annual Walk to Defeat ALS is taking place at Sertoma Park in Sioux Falls, bringing together individuals, families, and local businesses dedicated to making ALS a livable disease while searching for a cure.

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Credit: ALS Association

Event Schedule and Details

• Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026

• Location: Sertoma Park (4300 S. Oxbow Ave, Sioux Falls)

• Check-in Time: 8:30 AM

• Walk Start Time: 10:00 AM

• Distance: 1.5 Miles

Funds raised support access to durable medical equipment, assistive communication devices, voice preservation tools, and smart home technology - resources that help individuals maintain independence and regain control within their home environment. Support also extends to respite care, giving caregivers the opportunity to rest, recharge, and remain connected to their communities.

Important Notes on Those Struggling With ALS

• Veterans are 2x more likely to be diagnosed. 
• Average life expectancy after diagnosis is 2 to 5 yrs. 
• Every 90 minutes, someone is diagnosed. 
• ALS is 20% more common in men than women. 
• Average yearly cost of living with ALS: $250,000

Participants can register as individuals or start a team to walk in honor or memory of a loved one. Local sponsors supporting this year's effort include Avera and Hy-Vee.

Whether you are walking, donating, or coming out to support a team, your involvement helps ensure no family faces ALS alone. For details on registration or to make a donation, visit the official Walk to Defeat ALS event page online.

We'll see you out at Sertoma Park in Sioux Falls this Saturday for this year's Walk to Defeat ALS!

Note: ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. While the disease can progress rapidly, advances in medical care, supportive technology, and research continue to make a meaningful difference for those living with the diagnosis.