Jurassic Coast Challenge 2025 · 17 May 2025 to 18 May 2025 · Start fundraising for this event

Join #TeamMND as we take on the Jurassic Coast Challenge

Story

This May my childhood friend, Antonia and I are walking the first quarter of the Jurassic Coast (25km) to raise vital funds for MND in memory of both our mums,Clarissa and Diana, who suffered from this cruel disease.

Mum was diagnosed with motor neurone disease-MND, aged 74 and rapidly lost the ability to speak, and then to to swallow. This was followed by weakening of her neck muscles and then it affected her breathing. She lived with this cruel disease with the most inspiring hope and positivity taking part in as many trials as she could in the hope of finding a cure for her and others. Mum died 21 months after her diagnosis aged just 76. Anotonia's Mum sadly died with MND age 73.

We hope you can support us with a small donation that will go towards improving access to care, research and campaigning for those people living with or affected by MND in the UK.

Thank you for visiting my JustGiving page supporting the MND Association. By sponsoring me your money will help people affected by Motor Neurone Disease. Once you donate, JustGiving will send your money directly to the MND Association. Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and secure, your details are safe - they'll never sell them or send unwanted emails. Thank you again

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About the campaign

Join #TeamMND as we take on the Jurassic Coast Challenge

About the charity

The MND Association focuses on improving access to care, research and campaigning for those living with or affected by MND in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. If you or a loved one need practical or emotional support, call our Connect Helpline on 0808 802 6262, Mon to Fri between 9am and 4pm.

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£330.00
+ £32.50 Gift Aid
Online
£330.00
Offline
£0.00

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