Glenn's Journey: Battling ALS for His Family

Help Glenn Love Fight ALS

On July 12, 2024, life as I knew it changed forever. The day after celebrating my daughter's first birthday, I was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) at the age of 35. It’s a cruel, unrelenting disease that turns your own body against you, attacking your ability to move, speak, eat, and eventually breathe. Doctors say there’s no cure, no definitive cause, and, for most, no hope. But for anyone who knows me, you know giving up has never been an option.

I grew up in Chandler, Arizona, playing sports at Hamilton High School. As an all-around athlete, I poured heart and soul into every game. Whether it was football, basketball, soccer, or track, I gave it everything I had.

At UCLA, I was fortunate to continue pursuing my passion for sports, playing football and creating unforgettable memories. After graduating in 2011, I was blessed with the opportunity to play eight seasons in the Canadian Football League (CFL).

When I retired from professional football, I transitioned into a new passion—stunt work. I had the privilege of working on various movies, commercials, and projects that challenged me physically and creatively. However, even the strongest among us face challenges we never expect.

Last year, what began as a harmless twitch in my chest turned into countless tests, appointments, and finally, a diagnosis that was a gut punch. ALS is rare for someone my age. I’m part of the 0.6% diagnosed under 40, but here I am—facing the fight of my life.

My Fight

ALS is known for its devastating prognosis. The average life expectancy is 2–5 years. The only FDA-approved medication extends life by a mere 3 months. But I refuse to accept those odds.

Since my diagnosis, I’ve surrounded myself with a team of specialists at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix and an ALS Clinic in New Mexico. Together, we’re exploring every possible avenue—clinical trials, alternative therapies, regenerative treatments, and supplements. There’s no roadmap for beating ALS, but I’m determined to carve my own path.

Promising treatments, like regenerative cell therapy, CVAC breathing theraphies, voltage therapies, and experimental B-12 shots, have given me hope. However, these therapies are prohibitively expensive, ranging from $5,000 to $9,000 per month, and none of them are covered by insurance.

Despite the financial and emotional burden, I’m not giving up. My dream is simple—to watch my daughter grow up, to be there for her first soccer game, her high school graduation, and beyond.

How You Can Help

I’m humbly asking for your support to help fund these critical treatments. Your generosity will allow me to access therapies that could slow the progression of this disease and give me the gift of time—time to create memories with my family, time to fight for a cure, and time to live.

Additionally, a portion of your donation will go toward ALS research, so that others diagnosed with this devastating disease may one day have more options, more hope, and more time.

#LoveLife

Through it all, I remain grateful for the love and support of my family, friends, and community. Your prayers, kindness, and contributions mean the world to me. Together, we can take a stand against ALS and make a difference.

Every little bit helps, whether it’s a donation, a share, or a simple word of encouragement. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being part of this journey.

With love and gratitude,

Glenn Love