John "J.J." Bouma Jr. is going to drive a Corvette this month on Route 66 to raise money and awareness about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
Bouma was diagnosed with ALS in September. He hopes to raise $66,000.
A photographer is riding along to document the trip and take photos of other ALS patients in states along the way. The photos eventually will be used in a book and traveling exhibit.
Here's Bouma's Web site. Here's the news release about his cruise. His trip begins May 18 and concludes on the 25th.