Parkinson's Foundation Inc.

50 Miles for Parkinson’s – Walking for My Dad

On March 29th, I’ll be walking 50 miles—20 laps around the Wrightsville Beach Loop in 24 hours—to raise money for the Parkinson’s Foundation. This will be my third time taking on this challenge, and to date, my dad and I have raised over $15,000 for Parkinson’s research, support, and awareness.

My dad was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s in 2011. Over the years, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges this disease brings—not just for him, but for everyone who loves him. But I’ve also seen his resilience, his humor, and his determination to keep moving forward. So, I walk. I walk to honor his fight, to support the millions of others living with Parkinson’s, and to help fund the research that will one day lead to a cure.

If you feel led to support, every donation—big or small—makes a difference. And if you’re in the area, come walk a lap with me! Your encouragement and support mean the world.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s keep moving forward together!

Many knew Steve Marks as a teacher, an entrepreneur, or maybe a fellow hiker or golfer. They knew his warmth, his intelligence, and his love for life. What many might not have known is the toll Parkinson's disease took on him in his later years. It robbed him of connections he valued and the activities that kept him vibrant. The Parkinson's Disease Foundation is dedicated to preventing stories like his from repeating. A fund has been established in Steve's memory to support their vital work. Please join in honoring his memory and creating hope for the future.

Hi guys! So, I’m fundraising for the Parkinson’s Foundation, and this is a cause that is near to my heart because Parkinson’s has affected my family members. I have 2 uncles and an aunt that have battled PD, as well as my own battle with Parkinsonism. I’m grateful for my health and the opportunity to raise funds and awareness while they continue to look for a cure. Please consider donating to my fundraiser as I will be running the Miami Marathon in 2025.

Hi my name is Luke McLellan.

A few years ago my grandfather passed away from Parkinson Disease. As a way to honor him, raise money, and have a little fun doing it, I put together this Gofundme. The idea is you pledge however much or however little money you would like, and then grow out a mustache to raise awareness (example, someone asks you why you have a mustache, then you say to support this cause, you should to). Any profits we raise will be donated to help fight and cure Parkinson disease. If you can’t or just don’t wanna grow out a stash, any help is still greatly appreciated. Happy Movember!

Life always brings a lot of unexpected challenges to test our strength and resilience. For us as a family, such an instant came when my father was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. It was heavy news that has led us into an emotional and physical journey filled with ups and downs.

In the midst of this struggle, we conceived the idea of participating in the Ironman for some bigger purposes: raising money for Parkinson’s Foundation. We intend to honor my father and other individuals who may feel like him but instead face insurmountable hurdles because of this illness.

We invite you to join us in this cause. Every donation, no matter how small it is, is one step closer to research, support and development of treatments that can enhance life quality for people inflicted with Parkinson’s.

This campaign is “For Those Who Want To But Can’t”, because we know that behind each diagnosis lie dreams, ambitions, and a lifetime full moments they still desire live completely. This will make a great difference together we will give hope to those who need it most.

To honor Beetle’s first Heavenly Birthday I’m requesting donations be made to the Parkinson's Foundation Inc. This horrific disease took a heavy cruel toll on the strongest man I’ve ever known.

Thank you in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to our family.

The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson's disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure.

Over 10 million people worldwide suffer from Parkinson's disease. We are two students who have family members and close friends suffering from the disease, and we have both witnessed first hand the detrimental physical and psychological impact of the disease on our loved ones. We decided to take action by walking the entire length of Hong Kong (Stanley to Sheung Shui) continuously to raise funding for Parkinson’s disease research, through the Parkinson Foundation Inc. Please donate what you can.

Want to join me in making a difference? I'm raising money to benefit Parkinson's Foundation Inc., and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about Parkinson's Foundation Inc.: The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson's disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global Parkinson's community.

We are raising money to run the 2024 TCS NYC Marathon for the Parkinson's Foundation.

Our names are Jack & George McCain, and we are twin brothers, native New Yorkers, and endurance athletes on the Triathlon Team at Yale University. We recently ran the Jacksonville Marathon, and now we need your help to run the NYC Marathon for the Parkinson's Foundation on November 3, 2024.

Jacksonville Marathon (December 10, 2023)

Our hero and greatest inspiration is our grandfather, Buddy Redd. A U.S. Navy veteran, Buddy always taught us to challenge ourselves and to be fearless in the face of adversity. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease six years ago, and we watched his gradual mental and physical deterioration throughout our high school years. Now, at age 86, he has lost his ability to communicate and to take care of himself, but he still walks (even if only for a couple of steps down the hall), smiles, and laughs with us. I know if he could, he'd be running this race by our side.

Albert (Buddy) Miles Redd, portrait from service, cerca 1956

Sometimes the disease makes it feel like we've already lost him, but all we can do to honor his memory is to incorporate his spirit into our lives by emulating his kindness, grit, generosity, and perseverance. This is why we want to run the NYC Marathon for the Parkinson's Foundation. We want to run this race for Buddy.

Thanks you so much in advance for your contribution. Anything helps, and our goal is to raise $7500. Your support means the world to us, to Buddy Redd, and to the nearly one million people in the U.S. living with Parkinson's disease. We can't wait for race day.

More information about Parkinson's Foundation: The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson's disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global Parkinson's community.

Want to join me in making a difference? I'm raising money to benefit Parkinson's Foundation Inc., and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause.

More information about Parkinson's Foundation Inc.: The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson's disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure.

Want to join in making a difference?

Sigma Nu of Boulder, Colorado has an active brother whose Mom is currently battling Parkinson's disease. She has gone through two brain surgeries and had a receptor placed in her brain to help her motor skills function properly. As a mother, she has stayed resilient and did not let the extreme stress of these operations affect their family. Sigma Nu is committed to helping their family and individuals/families going through similar struggles. As a brotherhood, we are raising money to benefit Parkinson's Foundation Inc.; any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for contributing to this cause which means so much to us.

What is Parkinson’s?

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a degeneration of the body’s nervous system that largely affects the brain's dopamine-producing neurons in a specific area of the brain. Symptoms of the disease generally develop slowly over the years, but patients may suffer from tremors, slowness of movement, limb stiffness, along with posture instability. Along with these motor-function symptoms, other symptoms include mental struggles and other bodily functions. As the causes of PD are largely unknown, scientists believe the cause is stimulated by genetic and environmental factors.

Parkinson’s Foundation Inc.

The Parkinson’s Foundation research has led to breakthroughs in treatment and improved care that bring hope to the Parkinson's community. The field of Parkinson’s research is ongoing and ever-evolving as we learn more about this disease. Donations to this cause will help fuel the research on how Parkinson’s can be prevented along with effective treatment options.

The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson's disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience, and passion of our global Parkinson's community.

To learn more about Parkinson’s or the Parkinson's Foundation visit the link below: https://www.parkinson.org/