We are delighted to announce that @MDUK_News recently awarded funding for projects at our centre in the recent 2024 grant round!
To find out more:
@ChronicleLive: https://t.co/HCQySOO85c
MDUK: https://t.co/PBpR5bqkPd
🏅 The @Paralympics are almost here!
Will you be watching? These games are a powerful reminder of resilience - qualities that resonate deeply with our determination to change the future of muscle wasting conditions.
#Paralympics2024
Being a sibling to someone with a muscle wasting condition can be a challenging experience.
We know it can sometimes feel lonely. Our virtual therapy groups are here to bring you together with others who understand what you're going through.
#SiblingsSupportGroup
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For over 60 years, we've funded groundbreaking research, leading to advances that were unimaginable a decade ago.
We are:
🧬 Harnessing the power of genetics
🔬 Understanding underlying biology
👩🔬 Facilitating treatment development
Read more: https://t.co/19w4AXLsY1
"I proved everyone wrong, and I’m now a qualified vet."
Katrina, who lives with Bethlem myopathy, dreamed of being a vet, but her journey wasn’t easy. She had to convince her school she could study & prove her worth for placements.
Read more: https://t.co/mkZQQhZrOr
Charlotte's daughter Josie lives with Ullrich congenital muscular dystrophy. Josie thrives outdoors, but family outings became difficult after her diagnosis. An off-road electric wheelchair was a "game changer" for them, Charlotte says. #ChelseaFlowerShow#AccessibilityForAll
"It was like [the member of staff] was telling someone to fly without one of their legs."
Kiera flew to Poland for a getaway but she left the airport "traumatised" after she was told one of her mobility scooter batteries would be destroyed.
.@The_RHS Chelsea Flower Show countdown is ticking!🌷
Get an exclusive look behind the scenes of our upcoming garden which is designed by Ula Maria, with a special film by our amazing funders, @ProjGivingBack.
Watch the full thing: https://t.co/X7fdTDjJUM
“It was truly a dream come true for George!” 🎬
Movie and @Marvel super-fan, George, had the full VIP red carpet experience for his wish at the @AntMan premiere, even meeting stars like #PaulRudd
To celebrate her one-year work anniversary, Zoe leapt out of a plane from 15,000 feet and raised over £1,000 for Rays of Sunshine.
Last year alone, Zoe worked her magic, bringing over 70 wishes to life. Thank you Zoe for everything you do 🌞
"I love being part of an organisation that aligns with my passion to spread kindness and joy to children who need it most." 🥰
Our incredible Wish Granter, Zoe, just took her dedication to granting magical wishes to new heights...literally! 🪂
YOU DID IT! 🥳
We can’t thank our amazing #TeamSunshine runners enough who crossed the iconic @LondonMarathon finish line today.
You smashed it and all those miles will make a huge difference 👏
One week to go til @LondonMarathon! To celebrate, we're focusing on one of our runners who is making a permanent mark for charity (literally)! 🧑🎨
#TeamSunshine runner Chris is offering the winning ticket holder in his raffle "free reign" to design his first ever tattoo!
What’s happening in Punjab right now:
- mass arrests of Sikh activists
- shut down of internet and text
- crackdown on public gatherings
- mass censorship of human rights media
Let the Indian Government know that we condemn this repression.
The whole world is watching.