F1-backed charity launches special prize to support dementia research

Specifically, fans will have the chance to win a rare replica of Sir Jackie Stewart’s World Champion helmet, signed by every living Formula 1 World Champion, as well as a VIP ticket to the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix — the final round of the season, where the British legend himself will personally present the prizes.

Fans can take part by donating £25 (or $32) through the Race Against Dementia website, with all proceeds going “to fund world-leading research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of dementia.”

Depending on the total amount raised, the initiative could have a major impact on dementia research. With £100,000, it would support an “Ignition Fund project, a bold, early-stage idea that could lead to new breakthroughs.”

Reaching £500,000 would be enough to fully fund a “five-year research fellowship, giving a brilliant scientist the time and resources to dedicate entirely to dementia research.”

And with £750,000, the campaign could sustain a “full multidisciplinary research team for five years, significantly accelerating the pace of discovery and progress.”

Stewart, Founder of Race Against Dementia, said: “Dementia is the greatest challenge of my life, far tougher than anything I faced on the track. Watching my wife Helen, my timekeeper and number one supporter, live with this illness has made me more determined than ever to fight for a cure.

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali finally added: “At Formula 1, we take pride in standing with Race Against Dementia in the extraordinary mission of fighting this devastating illness. I would like to honour Sir Jackie Stewart, who tackles the advocacy for this cause and exhibits immense passion for achieving victory in this battle.