Coldplay give $17,000 to fan

Rockers Coldplay have donated $US17,000 ($A18,393.29) to a charity campaign organised by a terminally-ill fan.

Brit Jody Duff, who is battling motor neurone disease, has been raising money for a foundation which helps others suffering from the condition, and his efforts have been boosted by a big donation from his favourite band.

Coldplay handed over $US17,000 ($A18,393.29) to Duff's campaign in aid of the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

Duff, 37, was previously given a chance to meet the Yellow hitmakers at a recent gig in London, and frontman Chris Martin dedicated a song to him on stage.