National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Hi everyone! My name is Jake Lee, and I’m representing Theta Xi at Auburn University. We are hosting Taxi Week, a week long fundraiser supporting 3 incredible charities. This is the donation page for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

We will cure MS while empowering people affected by MS to live their best lives.

Every contribution, big or small, makes a real impact. Even just a few dollars can help move this mission forward and reach those who need it most.

If you can’t donate right now, sharing this fundraiser is also incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity.

This October, Richard Leng and Matt Appleby from the RISE Austin office will be partaking in a Century Ride.

Winding through the Southern Walnut Creek Trail, they will be put through their paces as they raise funds for the National MS Society.

A cause profoundly important to the entire Rise Technical organization, this challenge represents more than just a race. Every stroke, pedal and stride is dedicated to supporting those affected by MS and helping to fund vital research, resources and advocacy.

Any donation, big or small, will go a long way to advancing the fight. Join us in supporting this cause as our US-based teams kick off the first of many fundraising activities this year.

We Rise Together: A Background

An initiative of Rise Technical, We Rise Together serves to further the impact we have, both within our organization and beyond. Through the three pillars of Charity, Community and Wellbeing, our efforts are designed to create meaningful, lasting change and support a more positive future for all.

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The annual Play it Forward tennis tournament and fundraiser, directed by Great Neck North High School senior Keshin Huang, junior Brooke Bullaro, & Senior Jolie Moalemi, 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.

My name is Piper Williams, and I am Grand Charity of Louisiana International Order of the Rainbow for Girls for the 2025-2026 term. For my Charity Project, I’ve decided to raise money for The National Multiple Sclerosis Society because my grandmother battles MS, so it is something personal to me. We will be hosting some bake sales in order to raise this money, but for those unable to attend and would like to donate, I’ve created this GoFundMe! All money goes towards The National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For more information about The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, here is the website: gorainbow.org

It is a Christian organization for young women, almost like a sorority. There are organizations all over the nation, as well as worldwide. We are associated with the Masonic lodges around the world.

Hi, it's teamOP81, and I'm launching this fundraiser to support the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This organization is dedicated to curing MS while empowering those affected to live their best lives. With your help, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of many.

Your donations will directly support critical initiatives, including:

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to a world free of MS. Let’s come together as a community to support this vital mission. Thank you for your generosity and compassion!

I’m riding in the MS 150 in Houston to help raise money in the fight against multiple sclerosis. I’ll be putting in the miles on the bike and would appreciate any support to help reach my fundraising goal. Every donation makes a difference—thank you for your support!

FIGHT MS

March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, and we are raising funds for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. 100% of the money raised through this fundraiser will be donated directly to the National MS Society to support research, advocacy, and individuals and families affected by MS. If you choose to donate, you’re welcome to leave your name or a message so we can personally thank you.

This fundraiser is solely to support the National MS Society and is not connected to any promotions.

Together, we fight. Together, we’re unstoppable.

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. 

Hi, I'm Jake Barrella, and I'm passionate about supporting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for my father.

A few years ago my dad was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and at the time it was devastating news for all of us, especially him. How could I view the man that raised me as incapable of doing things. My father loves to work on projects and fix things both around the house as well as tinkering around with cars like his father. When we heard the news we knew we had to keep my dads spirits high, because he was adapting to this new reality. I would have never guessed that this diagnosis would have made our relationship that much closer. The way we joke and the way he has been pushing himself to exercise everyday to help maintain the symptoms he currently experiences is admirable.

I am starting this gofundme because I am running the Philadelphia Marathon for my dad. To show him you can do anything. There are no limits, only the ones you set in your mind. This is for you dad.

Thank you to everyone kind enough to donate to this charity on behalf of my dad. It is appreciated whole heartedly.

The annual Play it Forward tennis tournament and fundraiser, directed by Great Neck North High School junior Keshin Huang, sophomore Brooke Bullaro, & Senior Nicole Volman, 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.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

We will cure MS while empowering people affected by MS to live their best lives.

Every contribution, big or small, makes a real impact. Even just a few dollars can help move this mission forward and reach those who need it most.

If you can’t donate right now, sharing this fundraiser is also incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. It means the world to me.

Hi, I’m Ryan. For the past two years, I’ve competed in the Chicago Triathlon (sprint) to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in honor of my mom, the toughest person I know.

This year, I’m taking on a new challenge: the Chicago Half Marathon on September 28, 2025. Until recently, I had never run more than a 5K, but I’ve committed to a tailored training program and set a goal of finishing in under two hours. If training goes smoothly, I’m hopeful I’ll be able to raise the bar even higher by race day. I intend to share my training progress as the miles stack up.

I’m running for my mom because MS is personal. She’s lived with it for decades. Though her body has to put up a fight every single day, her mind remains as sharp and determined as ever. I’ve taken that mindset and applied it to running, knowing that if my mom refuses to give up, then how could I?

This run isn’t just about a personal milestone. It’s about raising critical funds for research, treatment, and support for people like my mom. If you’re able, I’d be incredibly grateful for your support. Every donation helps push this fight forward.

Thank you for helping us carry hope and momentum toward a future without MS.

Your generous donations will help fund essential resources and services, including:

Every contribution, no matter how small, brings us one step closer to making a positive impact in the lives of those affected by multiple sclerosis. Please consider donating today and joining us in this vital mission!