National Multiple Sclerosis Society

My name is Lenny DeBroeck. This year, on July 26th, it will be 6 years since my mom passed away. She was 61, just 5 weeks short of her 62nd birthday. On that day, this year, my daughter and I will be running in our first Bix 7 race, a 7-mile race in the Quad Cities (Iowa and Illinois) that has been going on since 1975. She had been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis about 15 years before she passed, and this disease was a strong factor that almost killed her in January 2011, along with a major factor in the complications that led to her passing. What was initially 7 days to live in 2011 turned into a strong 8 1/2 years. She got to see all 3 of her boys get married and got to spend precious time with all of her grandchildren.

Out of the blue, while chatting with my dad and friends, we decided to turn the day into a chance to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. To help show support, we will be wearing bright orange shirts (MS color) with an "In Memory" on the back.

I very much understand that my story is not long, but I could write a novel about my mom and her fight to get the full story out there. I just ask for your help to support awareness and research for the disease that took my mom.

My name is Alisha and I just signed up for my first half marathon in over 15 years, specifically a Disney run. I have wanted to participate in a Disney run for over 7 years, but unfortunately, I didn't have a great support system. Last year, life changed for the better, and I'm focusing on making me a priority. Going into the year 2025, I knew I wanted to rearrange what is important to me. This included making more time for those important in my life, advancing my career, slowing down, and looking at my neglected bucket list. While I am still working on slowing down, I have started on my bucket list and reconnecting with others. This led me to successfully sign up for my first Disney half marathon in October with my childhood friend.

Let me begin by emphasizing that I am not a runner. In fact, I don't enjoy running, but the event has always appealed to me. Perhaps this activity will give me time to clear my head and give my dog a running buddy. When I signed up, I told my friend Adam what I just got myself into. Adam is my childhood friend's little brother who has MS. One day, in his young life, his whole world changed. There's no more running, jumping, or taking off in the car for adventures. His daily life is increasingly more difficult, and he will never be able to revert back to his old ways. This got me thinking, I have the privilege and ability to do this bucket list item. I can't imagine what my life would be like if I had to swap places with Adam. So what am I waiting for? Why am I scared of this race? Of failure? Adam did not allow his condition to sink him, and life really is too short.

So, while I train for the half marathon ending October 26, 2025, I will donate $1 for every mile I run leading up to the event. I will also document my training on my Instagram account @sundayinspire. The journey to the half marathon will not be glamorous, I will definitely do things incorrectly and I am terrified but very excited. Adam is my inspiration as he has not given up and has shown me with some time and a lot of hard work, you can accomplish the unthinkable. If you feel compelled to donate in honor of Adam, please do so here. All money raised will go to the National MS Society for research. Wish me luck. 

Hello! The start of March means the start of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease in which the immune system damages protective nerve coverings, thus leading a a disconnect in communication between the body and the brain.

The topic of MS is especially meaningful for me because my mother has had MS since I was 5 years old, which has caused a drastic difficulty increase in completing basic everyday tasks. Nobody should be forced into having their day to day lives be harder, but unfortunately, MS does that to one’s body. With your help, I’d like to raise both funds and awareness, and donate to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, which actively works towards helping the MS community.

The fundraising page for the Gamma Phi Chapter of Theta Xi's philanthropy week benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.

I’m running the Miami Marathon to raise awareness for a cause that means a lot to myself and my family.

My uncle has battled with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for many years. This challenging disease has slowly taken away his ability to walk and live independently. Despite this, he meets each day with a smile that inspires everyone around him, including his three daughters.

I decided to run as a reminder of how precious each step is, and to show gratitude for the ability to move, walk, and run. I am raising funds for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS), which is dedicated to supporting individuals affected by multiple sclerosis (MS) and funding research to find a cure for the disease.

Support My Mom in the MS Walkathon – A Journey of Strength & Faith

My mom, Connie, has been living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) since I was around 7 or 8 years old. But if you met her, you’d never know the challenges she faces daily—because she never complains. Instead, she moves through life with incredible strength, grace, and a heart full of love for others.

Through every hardship, she has always put others first, choosing kindness and faith over frustration. She has been my biggest example of resilience, showing me what it means to face adversity without bitterness. She doesn’t dwell on what MS has taken from her—she focuses on what she can still give. And what she gives is immeasurable: love, encouragement, and unwavering faith.

This year, I am walking in honor of my mom at the MS Walkathon in April. I want to raise funds not just for her, but for everyone battling MS—because they all deserve hope, research, and support. If you can, please consider donating to this cause. Every dollar brings us one step closer to a cure and one step closer to ensuring that incredible people like my mom continue to live with strength and dignity.

It’s an honor to call her my mom, and a blessing to be her son. Thank you for your support!

Hi friends and family,

The family is launching this fundraiser to support the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a cause that’s incredibly important to us. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affects millions of lives, creating physical, emotional, and financial challenges for those living with the disease and their loved ones.

The National MS Society is dedicated to driving research toward a cure, offering life-changing programs and services, and advocating for the needs of people impacted by MS. By donating, you’ll be part of this critical mission to create a world free of MS.

Every contribution, no matter the amount, brings us closer to groundbreaking research, better treatments, greater support, and a brighter future for those battling MS. Please consider donating and sharing this campaign with others. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those fighting MS.

Thank you for your kindness and support.

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The annual Play it Forward tennis tournament and fundraiser, directed by Great Neck North High School senior Eliza Schulman and junior Katelyn Ho, unites the Great Neck community in raising money for the National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society, in honor of our beloved coach Mindy Alpert who suffers from MS. Our founders, Sophie Frenkel and Alana Shapiro, launched this initiative in 2021, and it continues to flourish. Coach Mindy is a true scholar, athlete, and philanthropist. Our community could not be more grateful to have her as a volunteer coach of North High’s tennis, basketball, and badminton teams for the past 17 years and counting.

After making her mark at North High, Mindy attended Cornell University as a player on the varsity basketball and tennis teams. After graduating, she ultimately became a Senior Vice President at Morgan Stanley, where she worked for many years until she became ill.

Following her diagnosis, and despite her many challenges, Mindy has been determined to dedicate her time and resources to helping others. She has volunteered for the National MS Society for the past 25 years and served as a National Director for the past 15 years. She does all of this while volunteer coaching our teams at North High.

The National MS Society works to help each person address the challenges of living with MS by funding cutting-edge research, driving change through advocacy, and providing programs and services that help people with MS and their families. The Society's mission is: We will cure MS while empowering people affected by MS to live their best lives.

Join us in following Coach Mindy’s extraordinary example to "Play" it Forward and one day cure MS.

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My name is Ryan Adkins, and I am excited to embark on my second Chicago Triathlon. My motivation is to raise awareness and support the fight against MS in honor of my incredible mother, Kim. Despite the challenges posed by multiple sclerosis, she remains an epitome of toughness and bravery, battling it every single day.

MS may be a part of her life, but it does not define her. Instead, it presents an opportunity for me to stand alongside her in this fight. To make a significant difference, I have decided to donate all the funds raised to the National MS Society. However, I can't do it alone. With your valuable help and support, we can truly make a lasting impact as we unite in our pursuit of a cure for this debilitating condition. Together, let's create a world where MS is conquered and lives are transformed for the better!

Thank you!

Thanks so much for supporting our fundraising efforts.

Over the next few weeks the 3 of us (Georgia, Allie and Max) will be taking part in our first triathlons - 1.5km swimming, 40km cycling, 10km running. Yes the Olympics continues! Allie and Max will be doing one in the US and Georgia will be doing one in England. We've all been trying hard to find time to train since the start of the year and are excited for the big days!

We would really appreciate your donations of any size to help support National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a brilliant charity supporting individuals affected by multiple sclerosis and funding research to find a cure for the disease.

Thanks again! <3