Natalie Penry fundraising for HDANI (Huntington's Disease Association NI) in Cork City Marathon 2025
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About HDANI (Huntington's Disease Association NI)
Huntington's Disease (HD) is a terminal brain disease with symptoms usually starting at mid adulthood causing a progressive loss of control over thoughts, feelings, behaviour, movement and communication until the person requires 24 hour care. There are over 150 families affected by HD in Northern Ireland.
HDANI's vision is for Huntington's Disease families to remain active, involved, connected, valued and supported and leading as independent and normal a life as possible.
Every child born of a parent with HD has a 50% chance of inheriting the disease and in some families several people will have symptoms at the same time causing an incredible stress on carers and loved ones.
We provide specialist practical and emotional support to families with all aspects of their lives helping relieve the burden facing them. We create opportunities for families to connect, learn, share and have fun. We offer counselling and therapies and also educate professionals about the disease.
About Cork City Marathon 2025
Organised by Cork City Council, the marathon has three distances: the
Full Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K race. The routes weave through Cork
City’s scenic and vibrant streets and suburbs, past iconic landmarks and along
the bustling quays. The incredible support from Corkonians lining the streets,
paired with the camaraderie among participants, guarantees a memorable day for
all.
The Cork City Marathon is open to all, from elite athletes chasing
records to first-time runners tackling personal goals. It's more than a
race—it’s about community, resilience, and making a difference.
Building on the €200,000 raised for 58 charity partners in 2024, we aim
to double this target in the coming years. With our new tagline ‘Your Race,
Their Hope.’ We encourage participants to run for causes close to their hearts,
making every stride on June 1 count towards vital, life-changing work.
As a full member of AIMs the Cork marathon is IAAF certified.
