Several of Walmart's more than 35 locations in central Pennsylvania recently presented grants to Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The recent donors are as follows: Walmart store 4404, $500; Walmart store 1886, $500; Walmart store 1591, $1,000; and Walmart store 1640, $250.
Organizations such as MDA submit applications for Walmart grants ranging from $250 to a maximum of $5,000. MDA has received thousands of dollars in grant money over the years, and these funds are used to improve the quality of life of more than 1,000 people touched by neuromuscular disease in central Pennsylvania. Grant money received sends children to camp, helps provide support services, and funds research to find a cure and transform the lives of children and adults with muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle-debilitating diseases.
Recent major medical and scientific advancements in neuromuscular disease research and care include the development of seven new drugs for treatment and, most recently, AveXis' Zolgensma, the first gene therapy for pediatric patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Funds raised also help more than 20 area children attend a week at MDA Summer Camp at no cost to their families. Additionally, Multidisciplinary Medical Clinics are held at Penn State Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, and an equipment loan closet and bimonthly support groups are available for families.
For further information regarding MDA, readers may contact Miles Fishel at 717-659-7487.
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