A Spectacular $46,941 Raised! Thank You for Lending Your Muscle for FA!

We are speechless, humbled, and completely overwhelmed with gratitude. As we close the book on our Lend Us Some Muscle™ 2025 campaign, we are incredibly proud to announce the final fundraising total.

Thanks to the phenomenal generosity, spirit, and dedication of our community, together we have raised:

$46,941.93

This spectacular achievement is a powerful testament to what we can accomplish when we come together. It will make a profound difference in the pursuit of a cure for Friedreich's Ataxia.

A True Community Triumph

Throughout May, we witnessed a groundswell of support that was simply inspiring. From half marathons and international running events to community river walks, thousands of squats, and families simply choosing to stay active together – every single effort, big or small, combined to create this amazing result.

To everyone who participated, donated, shared a post, or offered words of encouragement, thank you. You were the heart and soul of this campaign, and this success belongs to each and every one of you.

The Power of Your Support

What does over $46,000 mean? It means hope. It means progress. It means that vital research into treatments and a cure for Friedreich's Ataxia right here in New Zealand can be driven forward. It allows scientists to continue their critical work and brings our community one step closer to a future free from the effects of FA. Your support has a direct and meaningful impact.

Already Dreaming of 2026?

As we celebrate this year's success, we're already looking ahead to what we can achieve together next year. If you watched from the sidelines this May and felt a spark of inspiration, we want you to know that Lend Us Some Muscle is for absolutely everyone.

It's not about scary or intense exercise (unless that’s your thing!). The core of this campaign is simple and beautiful: moving your body with purpose.

Whether it's a daily walk around the block, trying a new yoga class, committing to taking the stairs, or a weekend hike with friends – if it gets you moving, it counts! We encourage you to start thinking about how you could move with purpose for FA in 2026.

One Last Look

While our main campaign promotion is now wrapping up, the 2025 fundraising page will remain open for a little while longer for any final donations that may trickle in. You can view the amazing final results on the leaderboard via the link below.

Once again, our deepest and most sincere thanks. The success of Lend Us Some Muscle 2025 is a community success, and we could not be more proud. Thank you for lending your muscle, your heart, and your hope.