Hiking isn’t an everyday activity, but this year we’re pushing ourselves—physically and mentally—for an important cause.
This year, the U.K. team is taking on a new challenge: hiking Yr Wyddfa (formerly Snowdon) in support of the Huntington’s Disease Association on September 12, 2025.
What is Huntington’s Disease?
Huntington’s disease is a hereditary condition caused by a faulty gene that affects the brain and nervous system. Over time, it leads to a progressive breakdown of nerve cells, impacting movement, cognitive ability, and emotional regulation. Symptoms typically begin between the ages of 30 and 50, though they can appear earlier in cases of Juvenile Huntington’s disease.
The gene that causes Huntington’s is often called the huntingtin gene (HTT). It’s located on chromosome number four and produces a protein that’s essential for brain development before birth and for the health of nerve cells throughout life. When the gene is faulty, it creates an abnormal version of the protein, which gradually damages neurons in specific areas of the brain.
Because the condition is genetic, every child of a parent with Huntington’s has a 50% chance of inheriting it. There is currently no cure, but organisations like the Huntington’s Disease Association work tirelessly to support families, raise awareness, and fund research into treatments—and hopefully, one day, a cure.
Every Month of Giving carries deep personal meaning for Tanium team members and our local communities. This year, our hike will support Max Gordon, Sr. Manager, Global Campaigns, in his tireless efforts to raise awareness of the disease and to support the amazing team at the Huntington’s Disease Association.
From running marathons to charity hikes, Max has supported the Huntington’s Disease Association for years, having lost four generations of family members to the disease.
This year's Month of Giving carries a deeply personal meaning, and I couldn’t be more grateful, humbled, and proud of the Tanium team for taking on the challenge. Huntington’s has impacted me and my family for generations, and with no cure, it’s set to continue that trend. Supporting this cause is a way for us to stand together—for awareness, for research, and for every family navigating this journey.
Awareness doesn’t always come from grand gestures or ads on billboards—it comes from shared experiences, asking questions, listening, and being willing to understand. The Tanium team will be learning about the disease as we share stories during the hike. More importantly, by coming together, we’re supporting something bigger than ourselves—something that will have a profound impact beyond the hiking trail.
Help us make a difference. Learn more about Huntington’s disease (opens in a new tab) or donate to support the charity here: https://www.hda.org.uk/make-a-donation/ (opens in a new tab)