Fenton Art Glass Offers Exclusive to Benefit ALS. Research Funds Raised Will Help Find Cure for Lou Gehrig's Disease.

(Williamstown, WV). Fenton Art Glass announces the creation of a new Vase that will help fund research for ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease).

The Silken Sand Vase is available for sale through Fenton retail partners for all consumers and collectors. The exclusive piece, handpainted with a delicate floral motif called "Daisy Blue," was designed specifically for the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Associates (ALSA) by award-winning Fenton artist Kim Barley.

A portion of sales from the Silken Sand Vase will be contributed directly to ALSA. The Vase will be produced throughout 2006. Each Vase is inscribed with the signatures of nine Fenton family members and bears the ALSA logo.



ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, is a progressive neuro-degenerative disease that attacks nerve cells and pathways in the brain and spinal cord. There is no known cure for ALS.

The Fenton Foundation of the Fenton Art Glass Company has been providing philanthropic support for over 50 years. In 2004, the Fenton Foundation selected ALSA as its national partner. ALSA was chosen because of the Fenton family's direct experiences with this disease.

To own the 9" handcrafted "Daisy Blue" on Silken Sand Vase, please contact your local dealer or visit www.fentonartglass.com. Creating spectacular colored art glass for a century, Fenton Art Glass Company represents American handcrafted glass artistry. Located in Williamstown, WV, Fenton is known for its wide range of colors, handpainting and handcrafting. For four generations, Fenton family members have remained active in the business and are proud to continue an American glassmaking tradition begun in 1905. Call 800/933-6766 for more information or visit www.fentonartglass.com.

For more information about ALS and The ALS Association, visit www.alsa.org or call 1-800-782-4747.