💙 Because We Can

This year, Because We Can is taking on the Thames Path Challenge to raise money for the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA).

We’re walking and running in memory of Dorothy, and for everyone affected by Motor Neurone Disease.

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💙 Why We’re Doing This

Motor Neurone Disease changes lives — quickly and brutally. Dorothy was deeply loved, full of warmth and humour, and her illness touched all of us who knew her. MNDA supported her and those around her with care, information, and compassion when it mattered most.

We’re doing this challenge because we can — because we have the ability to move, to choose to take on something hard, and to turn that effort into support for others.

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🐾 About the Team

Because We Can started with a small group of close friends (often accompanied by dogs), but it’s growing. Anyone who shares the reason, the values, and the willingness to show up is welcome.

We’ll cover every mile together — some walking, some running — all with the same purpose.

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💙 The Challenge

The Thames Path Challenge will test us. It’s long, demanding, and will take us well outside our comfort zones. But that discomfort is nothing compared to what people living with MND face every day.

That’s why every step matters.

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🙏 Thank You

If you’re able to donate, share, or simply cheer us on, thank you. Your support helps fund vital research, care, and advocacy — and it truly makes a difference.

We’re doing this because we can.

Thank you for helping us do it for others.

With love,

Because We Can

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Every penny you donate matters.