The Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s (HDSA) Albany Chapter will hold its 10th Annual Celebration of Hope event, Corks & Forks, on Friday, April 10, at 6:00 PM at Duo at the Dunes in Albany, New York. The fundraising evening will feature an auction, 250 fine wines, food, and heartfelt stories from the Huntington’s disease community, with all proceeds supporting HDSA and its mission.
The event, located at 257 Washington Ave Ext in Albany, brings together supporters and participants to learn more about Huntington’s disease and the vital work being done by the organization. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample a wide selection of wines while contributing directly to research, advocacy, and family support services.
Huntington’s disease is a fatal genetic disorder that affects nerve cells in the brain. It is often described as having ALS, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s disease all at once. Approximately 41,000 Americans are currently symptomatic, and more than 200,000 are at risk of inheriting the disease.
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HDSA remains the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Huntington’s disease. The society funds research, provides family services, and advocates for state and federal policies that support the Huntington’s disease community. Its network of chapters across the United States organizes local events like Corks & Forks to raise both awareness and critical funding.
The Albany Chapter’s milestone 10th anniversary event underscores the sustained community engagement around the cause in New York’s Capital Region. Wine-focused charity events have become an increasingly popular format for nonprofit fundraising, offering attendees an accessible social experience while driving donations.
Online registration and donation information for the Corks & Forks event are available through the HDSA Albany Chapter’s event page.
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READ THE STORYHDSA was founded in 1967 by Marjorie Guthrie, the wife of legendary folk singer Woody Guthrie, who died from Huntington’s disease in 1967. The organization has since grown into a national force in the fight against the illness, supporting families and funding groundbreaking clinical research aimed at finding effective treatments and ultimately a cure.
All donations made through the Corks & Forks event will go directly toward supporting HDSA’s ongoing mission to improve quality of life for those living with and at risk of Huntington’s disease.
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