My name is Santiago Mendoza, and I'm a junior in high school from Miami. In 2022, my aunt Judith was diagnosed with ALS — amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Over the next few years, I watched this disease take away her movement, her voice, and eventually her life in 2026. She was one of the most vibrant, loving people I've ever known. Losing Judith is what moved me to take action.

I founded EndALS (Hope in Motion) because no one should lose someone they love to a disease with no cure — not while we can do something about it.

Every dollar raised here goes directly to The ALS Association to fund critical research, support patients and families, and bring us closer to a cure. ALS affects over 500,000 people worldwide, and it is 100% fatal. The average life expectancy after diagnosis is just 2 to 5 years.

Judith deserved a cure. So does everyone fighting ALS right now. Please consider donating— any amount makes a difference. And if you can't donate, sharing this page helps just as much.

Thank you for being part of this fight.