Fran Delaney was diagnosed with Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), often known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, when he was at the height of his career and his golf game. As someone who had a long career fixing problems and who always faced challenges head on, he decided the best way to fight back was to increase awareness and raise funds for research. With the support of family and friends, the Fran Delaney Foundation was formed over six years ago. Over the years, the Foundation has built a strong network of 750 volunteers. To date, the organization has held over 60 events and raised a total of $1.98M. With the money raised, we have made grants to Dr. Robert Brown at the Day Neuromuscular Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Jeffrey Rothstein at the Johns Hopkins Packard Center for ALS Research and to the ALS–Therapy Development Institute. Although Fran lost his long and courageous battle against ALS on March 7, 2005, the Fran Delaney Foundation continues to fight in his memory and honor.

2007 Golf Tournament Raises $112K!

Our 7th Annual Fran Delaney Golf Tournament was held on August 20, 2007 and raised an incredible $112,000.00!  Please mark your calendars so that you can join us at next year's tournament on August 18, 2008!

"Thank you for another generous gift to support ALS research under the direction of Dr. Robert Brown and Dr. Merit Cudkowicz. Your philanthrophy provides access to vital resources for identifying, translating and communicating major breakthroughs in the study and management of ALS."

Peter L. Slavin, MD
President
Massachusetts General Hospital

"My thanks for the Fran Delaney Foundation's continued support of Johns Hopkins Medicine. Your gift is an investment in our mission and the lives we touch. Philanthropy plays a crucial role in our ability to advanced medical research and patient care."

William R. Brody, MD
President
Johns Hopkins University