Legacy of Impact: The Lois Altman Estate Fund for ALS Support

Lois Altman was one of the most outgoing, personable, and honest individuals. Always glamorous, she was known for her chic style, love of dancing and laughter, and her warm, effervescent personality that drew people to her wherever she went. She had a deep passion for teaching children and touched countless lives with her kindness, generosity, and joy. 

Through the establishment of the Lois Altman Estate Fund,  ALS United of Greater New York is truly honored that the legacy of Lois Altman’s kindness and generosity has continued to touch the lives of so many families impacted by ALS across Greater New York.

Over the past year, the Lois Altman Estate Fund for ALS Support has enabled ALS United Greater New York to sustain vital care services for people living with ALS and their families. With this generous funding, we served over 1,200 individuals, meeting their growing needs through personalized home visits, support groups, assistive technology, and direct services such as medical equipment loans and home accessibility grants. The fund also made it possible to support nearly 1,900 visits across eight certified ALS clinics, providing access to multidisciplinary care.

The Lois Altman Estate Fund also bolstered our research initiatives, helping us advance our commitment to finding a cure. It played a role in deepening collaborations with leading research networks, while also supporting important programs such as Prevent ALS and Expanded Access. These strategic efforts allowed ALS United Greater New York to drive innovation and accelerate drug development.

Through her estate, Lois’s legacy continues to reflect the same love, vibrancy, and compassion she shared throughout her life. Her impact on the ALS community will be felt for years to come, bringing hope, care, and progress to all who are touched by this disease.

For information on estate giving, contact Vivian Banks, Director of Individual and Institutional Giving at vbanks@als-ny.org or 212-720-3051.