Marking 40 Years of IMNDA: A Landmark Year Ahead!
2025 marks the 40th anniversary of the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA) Since our founding on 1st May, 1985, we have been dedicated to our mission to support people living with motor neurone disease (MND) and to fund critical research. Forty years later, we are still standing strong, thanks to the incredible community of supporters who have walked, volunteered, and contributed in countless ways.
This milestone year is shaping up to be a great one, filled with events and opportunities for everyone to get involved. We invite you to help us celebrate the journey so far, raise even more awareness, and, most importantly, build support for the future.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the exciting happenings planned for 2025 and ways you can join in the celebration!
Save the Date: Exclusive Afternoon Tea at Powerscourt Hotel: 29th March 2025
Join us for a luxurious Afternoon Tea at the stunning Powerscourt Estate, House & Gardens this coming March. With special guests, speakers and surprises, this event is a chance for us to come together as a community, connect, and mark the start of what promises to be an incredible year. Mark your calendars, as this will be a day to remember! Keep an eye on our website and social media as we’ll be announcing tickets very shortly.
Celebrating 40 Years in 40 Ways: How You Can Make a Difference
With “40” as our theme, we’re inviting supporters to make 2025 a year of impact. Whether it’s through personal challenges, community events, or workplace initiatives, there are countless ways you can join in and help us spread the word about MND.
Ideas to Get You Started:
- 40k your way in May: In honour of our official anniversary month, take on an activity challenge your way and aim to cover 40 kilometres throughout May. It could be cycling, running, walking, swimming, whatever you choose. Invite friends, family, or your local club to join in.
- Host a “Drink Tea for MND” Tea Party: Gather 40 friends, family members, or colleagues for a tea party to raise funds. Whether it’s a cozy get-together at home, a local café, or an office event, it’s a simple and enjoyable way to raise awareness.
- Share the Message with 40 Friends: Spread the word on social media or in person by reaching out to 40 people about the IMNDA’s work. Every share, conversation, or post helps us reach a larger audience and raise awareness about MND.
- Voice4MND – 40 minutes or 40 hours, you decide. Can you stay silent for 40 minutes for the IMNDA’s Voice4MND campaign and raise funds to support our work? Or if you really want to challenge yourself, could you stay silent for 40 hours and come up with other ways to communicate with friends, family, coworkers? Talk to us for more ideas!
Ideas for Corporate and Business Involvement
The 40th anniversary is also an excellent opportunity for businesses to make a positive impact. If you own or work for a business, here are some ways you can show your support:
- 40 Days of Corporate Giving: Sponsor a specific initiative, where your business donates a percentage of profits over a 40-day period. It’s a meaningful way to support the IMNDA while showcasing your company’s commitment to social responsibility.
- Match Employee Donations: Motivate your employees to participate in our anniversary fundraising by offering to match any donations they make to the IMNDA.
- “Round Up” for IMNDA Campaign: Retail businesses can invite customers to “round up” their purchase amounts, with the extra funds going directly to the IMNDA.
- Create a unique Challenge: Challenge your staff or customers to come up with unique ways to contribute 40 hours, 40 tasks, or even €40 donations that benefit the IMNDA.
Join Us in Celebrating 40 Years
As we prepare to step into our 40th year, we know that this journey would not have been possible without each and every supporter. Whether you’re a long-time contributor or new to our community, your involvement makes all the difference. Join us in 2025 to celebrate our history and to help us write the next chapter of hope and support for people living with MND in Ireland.
Let’s make this a year to remember! We look forward to celebrating with you and thank you for all your support.
