Jake Bird's Running from London to Paris

Raised

£3,066

MY STORY

Running For Those Who Can't.
255km. 6 Marathons. Sub-60 Hours.

This isn’t just about setting a world record. It’s about proving that you don’t need to be elite to do something extraordinary.

In 2016, I ran my first and last marathon with no training to raise awareness for Motor Neurone Disease, a condition that slowly takes movement away. Nearly ten years on, there’s still no cure. So this month, I’m running solo from London to Paris for everyone who can’t. You don’t have to be the best, just the one who refuses to quit.

I’ve seen firsthand the devastating impact of Motor Neurone Disease. It’s relentless, stripping away movement, speech, and independence - while leaving the mind fully intact. Too many families continue to suffer in silence, and too little has changed in terms of treatment or hope. This challenge is personal - not just for those diagnosed, but for everyone who loves them and watches helplessly. The MND Association is leading the fight against this brutal disease - funding vital research, supporting families, and amplifying the voices of people living with MND. Their work is essential, helping families like mine. I’m not a professional athlete, but I believe in using what I have - my legs, my platform, and my determination - to support those who can’t.

I’m fundraising for MNDA because I believe in their mission, and because people with MND simply don’t have time to wait.

Thank you in advance for any donations,
Jake

Raised

£3,066

Target

£2,500

122.6596% there