
They're aiming to hit €150,000 for motor neuron disease research and supports.
Over €80,000 has been raised in memory of a former Offaly footballer who passed away from Motor Neuron Disease in May.
Paddy Fenning started the campaign after he was diagnosed with the illness last year. .
Funds raised will be used for research and supports services for those living with the illness and for local homeless charities.
Twenty-five people in the midlands are living with the condition.
Pat Nolan, PRO of the fundraising committee, says there will be an increased effort to raise a target of €150,000 in the run up to Christmas: