A community fundraising tribute to ‘the Prince of Darkness’
About the live music fundraising event Held on Friday 13 February 2026, the fundraiser marked the 56th anniversary of Black Sabbath’s (Osbourne’s heavy metal band) self-titled debut album, which was released on Friday 13 February 1970. Jess received help from Matt Thorburn at Black Oceans Media and Tom Nugara at Black-Roos Entertainment, who helped to book the show, from organising the venue, […]
Sharon’s Trivia Night Fundraiser: A dedication to dad
Parkinson’s trivia night fundraiser Promoting the event through word of mouth, social media, and personal networks, Sharon said that the turnout was fantastic, with 80 guests in attendance, equating to 10 tables of 8. “Returning teams brought new friends, and it was lovely to welcome new faces alongside our familiar ones,” said Sharon. In addition […]
Nominate Fight Parkinson’s for Ritchies Community Benefit Program
By nominating Fight Parkinson’s as your ‘favourite recipient’, you can help us to continue supporting the Parkinson’s (including Young-Onset) and Atypical Parkinson’s (including PSP, MSA, and CBS) community. Scan your card or app every time you shop at Ritchies, and a percentage of your total will be donated to Fight Parkinson’s. Download Ritchies Card app here. Click here to read Ritchies Card Terms and Conditions. […]
The Fight Parkinson’s Impact Update 2026: A thank you to our generous supporters
This Fight Parkinson’s Impact Update is our way of saying: “This is what you have helped us to achieve in the past year. It’s phenomenal, and we are so grateful for your generosity.” Because of you, and other thoughtful people like you, Fight Parkinson’s accomplished many goals last year, including Responding to over 4,200 health service calls Funding 6 Parkinson’s research project Delivering education to more than 7,500 people, […]
Pilates 4 Parkinson’s: Vicky commemorates her father
When Vicky’s dad, John, passed away in 2022, Vicky launched ‘Pilates 4 Parkinson’s’, combining her passion for movement with an honourary fundraiser for Parkinson’s awareness, research, and support. Taking place within the stunning Hubert Estate Gallery of Art space in the Yarra Valley, Vicky offered an hour-long guided mat Pilates session to the community. This year, the second ‘Pilates […]
Seven in Seven for Colin
Colin’s story is a reflection not only on how far Parkinson’s reaches, but on how you can find community in the most unlikely of places. A trip to remember Coming to Australia from Ireland, Colin expected to find friends, adventure, a new lease on life. He hadn’t anticipated connecting with the Parkinson’s community. After speaking […]
Supporting Megan to support her dad
With the chance to raise funds for her charity of choice as part of Run Melbourne, Megan nominated Fight Parkinson’s. Hoping to raise $2,000 in the lead up to running the half marathon, she was elated to double her goal. “It was such an incredible experience doing the run, and I was blown away by the amount I […]
Will’s Run 4 Mum
When Will’s mum, Angela, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s five years ago, it came as a shock to the family. A bubbly, energetic, caring woman it’s been hard for the Hooper family to watch as the condition has progressed. But not one to sit still and watch, Will decided he wanted to do something positive to […]
Mae was formidable, remarkable, but Progressive Supranuclear Palsy took her away too soon
These are the words of Queeny Stafford, who cared for her mum in the years before and after Mae’s diagnosis with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Queeny generously shared her story with us in the hope that other families will not feel as alone as she did, traversing the long and difficult journey to diagnosis. When […]
Thank you for helping people like Drew
But don’t just take our word for how important donations are, hear it from one of our community members. Drew has been an involved member of the Fight Parkinson’s community for many years. A Narungga man, he has been living with Parkinson’s for over a decade and kindly shared his story with the Fight Parkinson’s community […]