In January 2024, 2 year old Teddy Ward from the Isle of Wight was diagnosed with the a life limiting mitochondrial disease, and an extremely rare defected gene (DNAJC19). This defected gene causes something called dilated cardiomyopathy, which is the degeneration of Teddy's heart.

To the doctors knowledge, Teddy is only 1 of 55 in the world to carry this, and the only known case in the UK, so we have limited research and unfortunately no cure.

Join us in supporting a vital cause

Linda and Paul, avid hikers with the dream of hiking the 1,250 mile pilgrims route from Canterbury to Rome in May 2025, are combining their passion for adventure with a mission to help families like Teddy's, raise funds for research and to help beat Mito! Join us in making a difference for those battling this condition.

How you can help: Linda and Paul are dedicating their upcoming trek to raise funds for research and support for children like Teddy. We need your help to reach our fundraising goals!

Donate now! Your contribution will go directly towards funding research and providing hope for families affected by mitochondrial disease.

Together we can make a difference!