Welcome to our JustGiving page.
We will be attempting to complete the Great Scottish 10km
Run. All money raised will be donated to the
MS Society for . This Charity
is very near to our hearts. As some of you will know a close family
member was diagnosed with MS at the age of 32, two years ago.
MS, Multiple Sclerosis is a condition of the central nervous
system. MS is the most common, potentially disabling neurological
condition affecting young adults.
has the highest prevalence of MS in the world with 1 in 500 Scots affected.
Diagnosis is generally between 20 and 40 years of age and two woman have MS for
every one man.
Once diagnosed, MS stays with you for life. Treatments and
specialists can help you manage the symptoms well. Although its cause is not
known and a cure has yet to be identified, research continues into all aspects
of the condition. Your sponsorship money will help provide care, support,
equipment and research funding for MS.
Donating through JustGiving is simple, quick and totally
secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us. JustGiving ensures that
the MS Society gets
your money faster and, if you’re a taxpayer, they make sure Gift
Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation.
Thanks for all of your support, once we have completed the
run we will let you know how we did.
Anne and Louise
If you would like to find out more about MS and the MS
Society please visit their website.
www.mssocietyscotland.org.uk