𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗡𝗗

Doddie Weir OBE was one of rugby’s most recognisable personalities. He earned 61 caps for Scotland during a successful playing career, represented the British and Irish Lions on their successful tour to South Africa in 1997, and won championships with his two club sides, Melrose and Newcastle Falcons.

A talented, committed and athletic lock forward, Doddie then faced his biggest challenge. In June 2017 the Scot revealed he was suffering from Motor Neuron Disease. From the outset, Doddie was driven to help others living with MND and seek ways to further research into this, as yet, incurable disease.

In November 2017, Doddie and his trustees launched the registered charity, My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. Our vision is simple: A World Free of MND.

The number “5” is a special number for the Foundation. It features in the Foundation’s name and is a reference to Doddie’s playing number for his clubs, Melrose and Newcastle Falcons, and the jersey he wore when he earned his 61 caps for Scotland.

By contributing, you help fund vital Motor Neurone Disease (MND) research, accelerate new treatments, and provide practical support for people living with MND and their families.

Every donation, big or small, helps us push forward better care, faster diagnosis, and more hope for those affected.

Please give what you can.

Your support is invaluable and every contribution moves us closer to breakthroughs. Together, we can make a lasting impact for everyone affected by MND.

We’re proud to announce that our
Dinner with Gregor Townsend will support the

My Name'5 Doddie Foundation

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