Countdown on to Moville man’s challenge to raise €1m for MND research

An All-Ireland challenge to raise €1million for the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA)  which is the idea of Moville man Adrian Harkin is due to take place later this month.

The Summit 2 Sea for MND event is to raise funding support for research into this life-limiting disease.

It will take place throughout Ireland on  Saturday, April 20. The All Ireland challenge is the brainchild and legacy of Donegal man Adrian Harkin, 54, father and grandfather, originally from Derry, now living in Moville.

Adrian, who ran Inish Adventures, a water sports activity centre in Moville, was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) in August 2022.  This fast-acting disease has resulted in Adrian now relying on a computer for voice communication.

Previously Irish journalist and RTE broadcaster Charlie Bird brought together thousands of people in every part of Ireland to ‘Climb with Charlie’. His legacy resulted in millions being raised for IMNDA.

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Mr Harkin continues with an unwavering commitment to the INMDA charity, which supports research, people living with MND and the families of those suffering.

A series of unique events will take place for the first time ever during the MND Summit 2 Sea events.

Whilst a 3,172 kilometres relay circumnavigation of Irelands’ coastline, by experienced kayakers from every county, takes place, accomplished climbers will scale the summits of each of the highest peaks, in all 32 counties.

All participants, volunteering paddling and climbing, are excited and delighted to do so in order raise much needed funds for continued support of The Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA).

Adrian Harkin says that it’s his “way of supporting and giving back to Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association for the wonderful assistance provided to him and his family”.

An iDonate page has been set up and the event can be followed live on line.