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A diamond fundraiser:

Janette Wilde got creative during lockdown when she started creating pieces of diamond art. The greatgrandmother who was diagnosed with MND in July 2019, is no longer able to produce the art due to reduced mobility in her arms, but managed to raise an amazing £1,080 with an online auction of her work.

£7,000

In memory of Anne: The fifth annual Anne Walker Memorial Shield fishing competition took place on 25 July. After postponing last year due to the pandemic, Graham Walker and his team were back, fishing for funds. They raised an amazing £7,000 to support local branches and groups in memory of Graham’s wife Anne, who died from MND. They were joined by keen fisherman and Leeds Rhinos coach Jamie Jones Buchanan who took part to support the West Yorkshire Branch and also presented the prizes at the post-event barbecue. £2,050

Reaching for the skies:

Danielle and her cousin Mandy bravely took part in a 15,000ft sky dive in memory of her dad, Andy, who died just six weeks after his diagnosis. Despite Mandy having never been on a plane before they completed the sky dive together and raised £2,050.

£1,300

Charlie’s ultimate challenge:

Inspired by his favourite player Rob Burrow, Leeds Rhinos fan Charlie took on the Wainwright Coast to Coast Challenge starting in St Bee’s in Cumbria and finishing in Robin Hood’s Bay in North Yorkshire. The challenge took 10 days and Charlie walked the 192-mile route, including 800 metres of ascent, navigating the route himself and carrying his own kit. Charlie said: “When I saw the fundraising efforts from lots of other fans and Rob’s team mates I knew I wanted to get involved and be a part of that team raising money for the MND Association.” Charlie has raised more than £1,300 so far. £3,036 £7,778

£1,080

On top of the world:

Sherrie walked 30.4 miles up and down the hills around Builth Wells, reaching 6 Trig Point, and ascending the combined height of Ben Nevis and Scafell Pike in memory of her Nan and a close friend. Sherrie says: “Having witnessed how cruel this disease is and seeing the support that the MND Association gives to families, I wanted to do my bit to ensure that families continue to be supported.” Sherrie raised an amazing £3,036.

£1,820

Making a difference: Catherine Brogan ran her first marathon virtually after the Bolton Marathon was cancelled. She raised £1,820 in memory of her mum and said: “The MND Association gave a lot of support to our family including emotional support but also equipment to make Mum’s life a bit easier. I hope the money that I have raised will help other families that are suffering and also research, to hopefully prevent people suffering from it in the future.” £3,413

Miles that really matter:

Jackie Wilson ran 21 miles in 21 days to raise £4,149 in honour of her daughter Jen who is living with MND. This is the second year Jackie has taken on the Run 21 Challenge to mark MND Global Awareness Day.

£1,285

The gift of hope:

After spending much of the last year shielding due to the pandemic, Moyra Rawcliffe found a special way to celebrate her 70th birthday. The mum-of-two from Yorkshire, who was diagnosed with MND 10 years ago, raised an amazing £1,285 by asking family and friends to donate to the Association rather than buying her birthday presents. £2,600 £4,149

‘For Dad’: Katie Dowson walked an incredible 174 miles over just 10 days to raise £3,413 in memory of her dad Warren who had MND. Katie, who dubbed her challenge the ‘Northern Pilgrimage’ said: “I like to do a challenge every year in memory of my dad. It’s so important to me that it’s a fitting tribute to him, and designing my own challenge was a way to really personalise my fundraising event in his memory.”

Diving right in: Martin completed his 30 miles in 30 days outdoor swimming challenge in honour of his friend David, who is living with MND. Martin wanted to raise £2,000 and, when he reached the target, he promised to push himself even further by swimming the last 30 metres using butterfly stroke! Martin said: “It has been an incredible experience and I have been honoured to do this in the name of our friend David.” Martin raised an incredible £2,600.

£4,000

Pedal power: Ken Peers and Dave White cycled 218 miles off road along the King Alfred’s Way around Winchester in memory of Dave’s cousin Gill who died from MND. Dave said: “Gill lived with MND for three years but showed tremendous strength, courage and humour to fight back and bring joy to everyone close to her.” Together, Ken and Dave raised more than £4,000.

£2,030

Pushing boundaries: Chris took on the gruelling 53-mile Race to the King Ultra Marathon in memory of his father Roger who died from MND 20 years ago. Pictured with his family who were also his support crew, he said: “It was my absolute pleasure to do something to recognise the support given to my father and family in his hour of need. The work the Association does is amazing.” Chris raised £2,030.

£1,710

United against MND: Brothers Andy and Roy Kinnear conquered the 170-mile Way of the Roses Coast to Coast Challenge. They completed the challenge over two days through atrocious weather in memory of Andy’s father-in-law Ron and a close family friend, Sid, who both died from MND. Together, they raised £1,710. £3,455

All roads lead home: Paul decided to raise funds for the MND Association by taking on a cycling challenge in support of his friend Emily who was diagnosed with MND a year ago. He rode 400 miles from Land’s End to his home in Lancaster and raised £3,455. Emily said: “I want to thank my friend Paul who cycled from Penzance to Lancaster to raise money for the Association. It was a tough old bike ride. Thanks to everyone who donated.”

£2,367

Stadium tour:

Student nurse Liz and her dad Gary clocked up 180 miles of walking in just five days to visit all of the UK super league stadiums. The rugby-mad pair have so far raised £2,367 for people with MND after being inspired by former rugby league star Rob Burrow, who is living with MND.