Thank you for making a difference.
Welcome to our Volunteering Celebration Page - a place to say thank you and celebrate the great things happening across our volunteering network as One Strong Team.
Every act of volunteering matters, from heading up events, to raising funds and awareness, to sharing companionship at support groups, and offering trusted information about the MND Association’s support. Volunteers make every day count.
Get involved in the celebration, and take a few minutes to fill out our link below to say 'Thank you!' to volunteers you know deserve a special spotlight.
Thank you to...
Cleveland Volunteers and Community
A big thanks to the local volunteer team for putting on a fantastic Cleveland Quiz Night. Along with an extra special shout out to Mick and his band! It would not have been possible without you all.
With Luke's outstanding commitment for almost 40 years, with Anne's compassion, with Ellie's empathy, and with Holly's dedication - it all makes a difference. Our volunteers are amazing.
Thank you so much everyone!
Tyne & Wear Volunteers
With the invaluable support from our volunteers, we organised a wreath making session for Tyne and Wear. This group wouldn’t be what it is without the volunteers! A special shout out to Dawn Nichol and Julia Harris, two Association Visitors who also run local monthly support groups. They have made a lasting impact, bringing people together to form friendships and connection. Thank you!
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Volunteers
We have 7 amazing volunteers who provide support to people who live in the Herefordshire and Worcestershire area.
They are committed to helping raise awareness, the facilitation of local social groups, providing one to one support to families and fundraising to help local people affected by MND.
A huge thank you for all that you do!
Cheryl Stroud
Northwest London Branch Co-Chair
A reliable and supportive Branch Chair, Cheryl is always looking for new ways to bring energy to the branch and support the local MND community.
Whether attending events, chairing meetings or supporting fellow volunteers, she is always willing to get involved and help wherever she can.
Thank you, Cheryl!
Coventry & Warwickshire Volunteers
Our volunteers who cover the Coventry and Warwickshire area provide amazing support to the local MND community.
They are a strong team who work exceptionally hard to raise awareness, organise fundraising events, helping with the facilitation of local support groups and providing one to one support to people who are affected by MND.
Their successful Afternoon Tea and Walk to D'feet have raised significant money for the group and engaged with so many people to ensure no one faces MND alone!
Thank you everyone!
Birmingham & Solihull Volunteers
Across Birmingham and Solihull we have 13 amazing volunteers who are committed to helping to support people affected by MND.
The support and commitment they provide through fundraising, raising awareness, helping at support groups and providing one to one support to people and families affected by MND. This truly has made a difference to so many people.
A big thank you to you all!
Margaret Weaver
Association Visitor, Southampton and Winchester District
Margaret has volunteered for over 30 years. She supports at support groups and also sets herself challenges each year to raise money locally.
She is a much valued member of the Group - Thank you Margaret for being there for the people we support!
Doreen Gant
Fundraiser, Isle of Wight
Doreen has been simply amazing in her role in Fundraising, and was for a very long time part of the committee until recently.
She supports many events on the Island and is always on hand to support the other volunteers in the group.
Thank you Doreen for your support over the many years.
You are truly inspiring!
Sue Hopper
Fundraiser and Family affected by MND
Thank you so much for all of your passion, determination and raising funds and awareness to support those living with MND and their families in the area. You have been an absolute force of nature and have been incredible!
Sue has put on fundraising dinners, bike rides, football matches and much more to continue Tony's fight in his name.
Thank you for being amazing.
Jenni Barnett
Association Visitor in Cambridgeshire
Jenni has been an AV for 5 years operating behind the scenes, supporting local families following diagnosis and assisting with accessing services, and validating all that family carers undertake. Jenni has also set up a new support Group in Cambridgeshire. Thank you Jenni for all that you do - you are a star!
Volunteers across Northern Ireland
A huge thank you to all of the fantastic volunteers across Northern Ireland who make a difference for people affected by MND, every day. We celebrated just some of the huge impact and stories from volunteers across our network at a recognition event in Newry as a part of Volunteers' Week - huge thank you to everyone involved!
Andrea Williams
Volunteer in North East Wales
Andrea recently kindly stepped up to deliver an outstanding volunteer spotlight session at our North Wales Get Connected event in Conwy. Andrea provided a fantastic update on the work of the North East Wales group, showcasing the incredible support they offer to people living with, and affected by, MND. Thank you, Andrea!
Charlotte Furnivall
Fundraising Volunteer in North East Wales
At a recent Get Connected event, Charlotte shared an inspiring and heartfelt account of her volunteering journey with the Association, highlighting her transition from Association Visitor to Fundraiser. It takes real courage to present to peers, and Charlotte did so with confidence and warmth. Thank you, Charlotte!
Alan Graham MBE
Branch Treasurer in Northwest London
A dedicated Treasurer, Alan has supported the branch for over 30 years. He has continued in the role while a new Treasurer is found, demonstrating his commitment and loyalty to the Branch. Alan is also a Trustee for the Association and uses his experience and voice to advocate for and support the MND community. Thank you, Alan!
North Wales Volunteers
It was fantastic to see so many of our wonderful volunteers from across North Wales come together as one strong team at our Get Connected event in Deganwy. Hearing their experiences, ideas and thoughts on how we can better support people living with and affected by MND was truly inspiring. Their commitment and dedication are deeply appreciated — we simply couldn’t do what we do without them. Thank you!
Evelyn Hayward
Branch Chair in South London
The glue that holds the South London Branch together. Even through her own challenges, Evelyn remains deeply committed to the branch and the local MND community. Kind, open-minded and always up for a laugh, she brings warmth, positivity and a real sense of family to everyone around her. Thank you, Evelyn.
Joan Randell
Association Visitor, Northamptonshire
Joan has been an AV for several years and is the backbone of the service in Northamptonshire. Joan is always willing to share her experience and expertise, both with new and existing AVs and with new starters to the MND Association as she is a regular speaker at Induction Days. Joan supports individuals and is a regular, comforting presence at the support groups. I'd like to say a huge thanks to Joan for all of her dedication and support both to her colleagues and to those with and affected by MND!
Jenny Holmes-Shuttlewood
Association Visitor in Leicestershire and Rutland
Jenny has been an AV and Branch Committee member for a significant number of years, and knows everything there is to know about the Services in Leicestershire and Rutland! Jenny is not only a great support to her AV Colleagues and members of the Branch, but also to the staff at the local Hospice, where Jenny has fabulous relations and is well respected for her knowledge. Jenny is instrumental in arranging and attending the support groups and is a wonderful comfort to those who she visits. I would like to say a huge thank you to Jenny for her passion and dedication throughout the years!
Norman Bolton
Association Visitor and Committee Member, Merseyside (far left of image)
Norman is a new Association Visitor (AV) and has engaged enthusiastically from first joining us, and is willing to support people living with MND in various ways from initial home visits, taking on one to one support and helping at support meetings. He is a great listener, with a great sense of humour, is well organised and conscientious and is willing to get involved in whatever way he can. He has recently joined the branch committee, and I have no doubt he will make thoughtful and constructive contributions to those meetings. Thank you, Norman!
Debbie Williams
Association Visitor and Committee member, Wirral (far right of image)
Debbie is an Association Visitor (AV) and Group Committee member, and shows unwavering dedication and commitment to the organisation’s Cause and Purpose. Debbie is kind, passionate and determined to make a difference for people affected by MND and for her fellow volunteers. Debbie thinks big and recently promoted volunteering opportunities at a local volunteering recruitment event where she shared our mission far and wide. Debbie also recently spoke at our Leadership Forum where she shared her approach to thinking big with other volunteers. Thank you, Debbie!