Former New Orleans Saints player, Steve Gleason, was his diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in 2011. His diagnosis later inspired him and his wife to create, Team Gleason, which is based in New Orleans, LA, and provides and supports people living with ALS. Through leading-edge technology, equipment, and services, their team also works to create a global conversation about ALS.
Steve and “Team Gleason” work with many businesses and individuals as well to raise awareness of ALS by hosting events and fund raisers. Among these businesses is Port Orleans Brewing Company, who recently started brewing a special beer labeled GLEASON IPA with proceeds from sales benefitting Steve’s foundation, Team Gleason. Steve and Zach’s team spirit runs deep. Their friendship goes back to that memorable game in September 2006 in the Superdome when Gleason blocked the Atlanta Falcons punt and has continued today as Steve continues to live with ALS.
Gleason IPA, brewed with five pounds of hops per barrel, is a hazy and juicy IPA, which has become a big hit with New Orleanians and the craft beer industry. Gleason IPA is now distributed locally and regionally in nearly 600 establishments across the area including Rouse’s, Dorignac’s and Centerplate.
Since the debut of the new beer on August 25, 2018 in conjunction with the opening of the NFL season through the end of the season in January, more than $26,000 has been raised by donations made by the outlets who sell the popular IPA. A portion of the proceeds from every Gleason IPA pint, 6-pack and merchandise is donated to Team Gleason and their mission to provide technology, equipment, care services and adventures for people living with ALS.
Learn More About Team Gleason
To learn more about ALS and Team Gleason visit their website.
Learn More About Port Orleans Brewing Company
The Port Orleans Brewing Company is a favorite brew in the Crescent City. They love their city and are dedicated to crafting the finest selection of craft beers with consistent taste and make beers that exceed the highest standard of quality in the marketplace. Check out their website for current events and news.
