Claire and I are running the 2026 Chicago Marathon for MS-UK because multiple sclerosis is a disease that has touched people close to us. We both have close friends whose parents have lived through the devastating impact of MS, and seeing the ripple effect it has on families is what inspired us to take on this challenge and support MS-UK.

This will be my marathon debut, while Claire is a seasoned runner with three already under her belt. So naturally, I’m still planning to finish first.

By fundraising for MS-UK, we’re helping ensure people affected by MS can access vital support; from the MS-UK Helpline and trusted information to online classes and community connection. Every mile we run is for those living with MS today, and for a future where no one has to face it without support. Please consider supporting our efforts by donating; your contribution will make a real difference.

The Impact of Donations

How donations make a difference...

• £10: Information pack for someone newly diagnosed

• £25: One Helpline call with emotional and information support

• £50: One online yoga session

• £100: Five hours of online exercise coaching

• £200: Ten magazine subscriptions for those who cannot afford them

• £2,770: Runs the MS-UK Helpline for an entire week

About MS-UK

MS-UK was established in 1993, and is a national charity dedicated to empowering people with multiple sclerosis to make the most of today, and live life to the full.

MS-UK puts people affected by MS at the heart of the work that they do. They provide high-quality, professional services to support people living with multiple sclerosis, and they listen to individuals affected by MS.

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