Jagjit (US)

My family and I have taken the challenge last year. My brother died of ALS almost 15 years ago. I knew almost nothing about the disease before he was diagnosed and paid little attention to the living conditions of these patients. I think the challenge is an effective way to raise awareness which translates into dollars.

Filipino residents dump buckets of ice water on themselves as they take part in the ALS ice bucket challenge in Quezon City, Metro Manila September 7, 2014. [Photo/Agencies]