Bishops Stortford RFC

Next month, Andy Long will be taking on an incredibly tough challenge — running an extreme marathon across the Sahara Desert in support of Challenging MND.

Many of Andy’s friends are part of the Club, and as we know, Motor Neurone Disease is something the entire rugby community is deeply aware of and passionate about supporting.

This will be a truly demanding test of endurance, and Andy would be hugely grateful for any support from the Club and wider community. 

Every donation helps raise vital funds and awareness for those affected by MND.

If you’re able to support Andy on this incredible journey, it would mean a great deal.

Andy’s Marathon des Sables Flag £500

This April, Andy Long will take on the legendary Marathon des Sables — a 268km ultramarathon across the Moroccan desert, widely regarded as one of the toughest footraces on Earth.  Through extreme heat, sand dunes and total self-sufficiency, Andy will carry a Challenging MND flag every step of the way.

For £500, your organisation’s logo will be proudly displayed on the flag that travels the full 268km across the desert.
Your brand will not only appear on the flag itself, but will also be included across:

Pre-event announcements
Live challenge updates
Post-event impact communications
Social media coverage throughout the campaign

This is more than logo placement. It’s a powerful statement of solidarity — aligning your organisation with resilience, courage and meaningful impact.
Funds raised will support:

Individuals across the UK living with MND
Specialist equipment and home adaptations
Carer respite and family support

Our wider core services delivering rapid, practical help when it’s needed most. Be part of the journey. Have your brand carried across the desert.

To secure your logo on the flag, please contact us today. Emma.Robertson@challengingmnd.org