Our story
Welcome to our appeal page, I'm George, the co-founder and CEO of Shift.ms. I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2004 and started the charity in 2009.
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When I was first diagnosed, one of the biggest challenges I faced was finding people who understood what I was going through. The online community was an opportunity to meet far more people and for me, connecting with other MSers was a lifeline.
I started Shift.ms so MSers who are diagnosed today have a safe community where they can connect and learn from others living with MS.
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80% of people with MS have experienced isolation. That's two million worldwide which is mind-blowing and heartbreaking. We know there is more we can do.
We're building an app so more people can benefit from easy access, fast, 1 to 1 support. When people need connection most, the MS community will be just one tap away.
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In our 2023 impact report, 86% of Shift.ms members said they felt supported and encouraged by their peers. The evidence is clear: connection is transformative.
Read our full impact report here.
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Your donation will ensure Shift.ms is there when people need the community most.
Please donate whatever you can by tapping 'Donate now'. Thank you.
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