A CHARITY golf day organised by a motor neurone disease (MND) charity has raised £17,000 including a £4,100 donation for Forest Holme Hospice charity. 

The event held at Ferndown Golf Club by Danny’s MND Foundation saw 14 teams take part to raise funds for the charity, research and support. 

Danny Fudge-Harmen, an estate agent diagnosed with MND in 2013 aged 36, is the brainchild behind the event. 

Since his diagnosis, Danny’s mission has been to raise awareness and help others affected by MND, which has included funding invaluable experiences, essential equipment and costly medications. 

Forest Holme Hospice Charity is particularly close to Danny’s heart as they part-fund an MND co-ordinator, Annemieke Fox, who supports people with MND and their families. 

Danny said: “I am grateful to have found support in people like Annemieke at Forest Holme, who have been invaluable in helping me navigate the complexities of my condition.  

“Her support and skills extend far beyond my medical care. She offers guidance and counsel for my wife and children as well, recognizing the impact that this condition has on our entire family. 

“Her willingness to listen, to offer advice, and to provide emotional support has been a lifeline for us during some of our darkest moments. 

“To all those who kindly made donations for our golf day charity event, we are immensely grateful for their generous contributions.  

“The support in donating items for the auction and raffle was essential in making the event a success, and thanks to everyone’s generosity, we were able to raise significant funds to support those affected by MND and further our mission to find a cure.”