July 2018

Sydney Hawks 2018 Charity Day

The Sydney Hawks Supporter Group Charity Day was a great success raising over $1,300 for MND NSW. In addtion to the game day viewing there were delicious cup cakes and biscuits for sale, competitions, a raffle and silent auction. Thank you to the Sydney Hawks Committee for their support. Special thanks to Ruth Langdon who was a coordinator of the day to support our Association. Ruth said of the event, "We are all so grateful for the opportunity to make a contribution to such a wonderful cause." Pictured left is the Sydney Hawks Committee.

Plunkys Ride for MND

A big thank you to Steven Plunkett and his daughter Rebecca who organised 'Plunkys Ride for MND', a fun cruise by bike and car to help create awareness and support for MND NSW. Steven's love of motor bikes inspired the event. The ride started at Ourimbah rest stop then continued around Lake Macquarie and finished at Caves Beach. Despite the rain the day received great support and raised $3,180. Thank you Steven and Rebecca.

 

Young Carer Bursary Program

Carers Australia Young Carer Bursary Program offers 12 month scholarships of $3000 to 333 young carers who are currently studying. Apply for the 2019 bursary online from 9am 25 July 2018 to 5pm 5 September 2018. More info here http://youngcarers.net.au/young-carer-bursary-program/

Well done Shailee

Thank you to a special young lady, Shailee Sullivan, who gave her time before school each morning during the last week of June with a fundraising and merchandise stall for MND NSW. Shailee's fundraiser was a great success and she raised a fantastic $1,000. Thank you also to the Umina Beach Public School community who gave their support. Congratulations Shailee!

Holy Spirit School, Lavington

A big thank you to the teachers and pupils of Holy Spirit School in Lavington who recently raised over $2,000 for MND NSW with an ice bucket challenge. A special mention to Jordan Delaney who individually raised $700 towards this total, pictured left completing the ice bucket challenge. Thanks Jordan, love your MND NSW T-shirt.