Friends of Hope Loves Company
Fueling National Access for Children and Young Adults Impacted by ALS
Hope Loves Company (HLC) is the nation's only non-profit uniquely dedicated to providing comprehensive support to children providing care for loved ones with ALS.
As demand for our programs grows nationwide, Friends of HLC make it possible for us to reach more families.
We invite you to join a community of individuals, organizations, and businesses who believe children navigating ALS deserve care, connection, and understanding.
Because of our Friends of HLC community, we are able to:
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Deliver Hugs of Hope care packages to children across the country
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Expand Camp HLC retreats, where children connect with peers who understand their experience
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Offer virtual peer support groups and community gatherings led by trauma-informed professionals
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Develop Q&A(LS), our growing digital library of educational and emotional wellness resources for families navigating ALS
Because everything we do at Hope Loves Company is made possible through philanthropy, these programs are provided at no cost to families.
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Friends of HLC is an inclusive partnership program that welcomes families and individual supporters, businesses and corporations of all sizes, ALS organizations and healthcare partners, and mission-aligned nonprofits and service providers.
Whether you represent an organization, a company, or simply believe in supporting children navigating ALS, there is a place for you in the Friends of HLC community.
Why Become a Friend of HLC?
National Impact, Local Reach: Your support helps expand camps, virtual programs, and resources for families across the United States.
Unique Specialization: HLC is the only non-profit solely focused on children providing care for loved ones with ALS, allowing you to direct resources to other critical areas.
Tangible Impact: Your support fuels specialized programs and resources that provide vital support to these children, amplifying the overall support network.
Collaborative Community: Friends of HLC join a trusted network of partners advancing compassionate, child-centered support across the ALS community.
Membership Levels
Program Champion
$5,000 annually
Mission Leader
$10,000 annually
Impact: Supports HLC's core programs and outreach for children and young adult caregivers
Benefits:
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Access to HLC programs and resources to share with your community
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Logo inclusion on Camp HLC promotional materials
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Digital “Friend of HLC” badge for your website
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Recognition on the HLC website
Impact: Provides sustainability and growth of HLC’s programs.
Benefits:
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Everything a Program Champion receives, plus:
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Logo placement on camp signage and camp t-shirts
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Complimentary registration for two representatives to attend Camp HLC
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Distribution of a co-branded resource to families
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Feature in HLC’s newsletter and social media
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Annual call with HLC Founder Jodi O’Donnell-Ames
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Visionary Partner
$15,000 annually
Impact: Designed for organizations seeking meaningful social impact and employee engagement.
Choose one of the following engagement opportunities:
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Choose one of the following engagement opportunities:
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Ten copies of Someone I Love Has ALS for employees, clients, or community distribution
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A 30-minute virtual inspirational presentation from an HLC team member
Additionally Includes:
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National recognition as a Corporate Friend of HLC
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Visibility in Camp HLC materials and communications
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Alignment with HLC’s national expansion efforts
Premier Sponsor
$25,000 annually
A transformational partnership supporting national expansion. The average cost of operating a Camp HLC retreat is approximately $25,000, meaning your partnership can directly sponsor a camp experience for children and families.
Includes everything above, plus:
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A customized 1–2.5 hour speaking or team-building experience for your organization
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Prominent brand visibility across HLC platforms and camp materials
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Recognition as a leadership partner advancing national access for families impacted by ALS
Become a Friend of HLC today.
Organizations Supporting Our Mission
At Hope Loves Company, we are so grateful for the incredible organizations that stand beside us in our mission to support children and families who love someone with ALS or who have lost a loved one to the disease.
Partnering with the ALS Hope Foundation:
Fueling Hope for Young Caregivers
We are proud to partner with the ALS Hope Foundation in our work to bring compassion, education, and meaningful resources to young caregivers across the country. Their unwavering support fuels vital programs like Camp HLC and our digital resource library, helping us expand our reach and deepen our impact. Together, we are creating a future filled with understanding, connection, and hope.
Meet the Friends of HLC
We’re honored to recognize the following organizations as Friends of Hope Loves Company. Each of these incredible groups is making a difference in the ALS community—and helping us create a more compassionate world for children affected by this disease:
ALS Association
ALS Network
ALS One
ALS San Diego
Denali Therapeutics
The Goode Foundation
The Martin Wallem Foundation
Shady Strong
Thank you for standing with us.
Join the Friends of HLC Community
By becoming a Friend of Hope Loves Company, you help ensure that no child navigating ALS ever feels alone. Your support accelerates access to programs, strengthens national outreach, and brings connection and hope to families when they need it most.