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Our vision: A world free of MND

Motor neuron disease is brutal and has no cure. We fund the smartest, most efficient research. Because when you’re living with MND, time matters.

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Who we are

We are My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. Established by Doddie Weir OBE, we have a clear vision: a world free of MND.

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Your donations power our mission. They allow us to invest relentlessly in the cutting-edge science that is catalysing breakthroughs in MND research.

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Whether you’ve got five months to train or a fiver to donate, your efforts are helping us change the future for everyone affected by MND.

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No matter how you’re affected by MND, everything we do starts with people like you. That’s why we’re proud to be a voice for everyone affected by this disease. Because each story has the power to raise awareness and define the narrative on MND.

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Fundraising MND stories
07 Nov 2026

Come together: Honouring Pat with music, community and fundraising at The Beatles Marathon

When Pat McGachan was diagnosed with motor neuron disease (MND) in 2021, his family knew they wanted to do something positive in the face of adversity. Inspired…
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06 Nov 2026

IGNITE names My Name'5 Doddie Foundation as charity partner for the 2026 Nations Championship

IGNITE Experiences have appointed us as their official charity partner for the 2026 Nations Championship. IGNITE will be supporting us through fundraising activities…
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03 Nov 2026

A wee wander in memory of Von

Brian Chalmers and his family took part in Dundee Kiltwalk's four-mile 'Wee Wander' to raise funds for us and honour Brian's mum, Yvonne (Von), who died from motor…
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