Children's Radiotherapy Appeal: You did it!
We are immensely grateful to everyone who contributed to our Children’s Radiotherapy Appeal. Thanks to you, we reached our £150,000 target and are on track to begin refurbishing the radiotherapy unit.
Here you'll find our favourite fundraising stories, ongoing projects, news from the clinical teams and more!
Funding Highlights Summer 2026
Thanks to the extraordinary support of our donors the Cancer Fund raised a record-breaking £430,000 - an increase of 107% compared to last year. We are deeply grateful for every donation entrusted to us, and proud to channel that support directly into enhancing cancer services that support patients at UCLH.
Fantastic Fundraisers - Summer 2026
Read about the brilliant people who have taken on challenges for the Cancer Fund recently - from a Shakespearean Marathon to sewing scrunchies, and a whole lot of running! Our brilliant fundraisers again went the extra mile to support cancer services at UCLH, we are so proud of everyone who took part and grateful to all who donated.
A 10 Year Journey
You may remember our incredible fundraiser, Jimmy, who ran the London Marathon for us in 2023 - Jimmy recently received the 'all clear', and tells us about his 10 year journey.
Empowering Innovation
UCLH clinicians share lessons from global cancer conferences, supported by your donations. Conference are an essential platform for experts to learn from one another, build new connections, and drive forward cancer care.
UCLH Cancer Conference 2026
Earlier this year over 150 cancer professionals from across UCLH came together for a thought-provoking day showcasing digital innovation and collaboration, generously co-funded by UCLH Cancer Fund.
Places still available in the Hackney Half Marathon!
We still have places available in the sold out Hackney Half Marathon 2026, taking place on the 17th May. Join our team for the energetic 21.1km through the heart of the borough. Closed roads, vibrant music, crowds, and nonstop movement!
Funding Highlights - Winter 2025
Because of our supporters, we’ve been able to make a real impact on cancer care at UCLH, from funding vital equipment like sleeper chairs and advanced physiotherapy tools to hosting milestone conferences for the exceptional oncology staff.
London Marathon 2026
Gurdas tells us why he’s taking on the 2026 London Marathon for the Cancer Fund, sharing what inspired him to run and what the challenge means to him.
Harry's Legacy
We're proud to be funding the teenage and young adult massage service at UCLH, with thanks to the family of Harry Flitterman, for their ongoing fundraising to support the service. Daniel, Harry's dad, tells us about Harry's legacy.
Fundraising Highlights - Update 2025
We are so proud of everyone who has taken part in a challenge this year, and thankful to all your supporters - together you’ve raised over £57,400 so far!
Isle of Wight Challenge for TRACERx Lung Cancer Study
Sarah Li tells us about her incredible challenge - walking an ultramarathon in the Isle of Wight, following her Stage IV lung cancer diagnosis.
Fundraising for childhood cancer
Imran and Natasha continue to raise money for children’s cancer services at UCLH, while their son Aaran is being treated for Ewing sarcoma. Imran shares Aaran’s story as he prepared for his biggest fundraising challenge, the London Marathon.
Fundraising Highlights 2025
Our fantastic fundraisers have run, trekked and sky-dived their way through an array of challenges, in support of cancer services at UCLH - thank you all!
Funding Highlights 2025
Learn more about ongoing research into prostate cancer, managing the complexities of cancer related pain, movie nights for our children's ward and more.
Funding for nebulisers
Nebulisers deliver humidified air or medicated mist directly to the airways, helping head and neck cancer patients by soothing irritated tissues; thanks to a generous donation, many more patients can now access this vital kit.
Improving treatment for cervical cancer
The BIO-INTERLACE study aims to identify predictors for how well patients with cervical cancer will respond to treatment, and improve outcomes.
Fundraising Highlights 2024
From London to Brighton to Valencia and Kazakhstan! Our fantastic fundraisers have abseiled, run and cycled their way through an array of challenges, in support of cancer services at UCLH - thank you all!
Funding Highlights 2024
From funding training days and extra qualifications to PhD’s, we know that investing in our staff is fundamental to improving cancer services, retaining staff, and delivering great patient care.
Bell Ringing
One of our favourite projects this year has been working with Huma, Senior Health Play Specialist, to improve the children’s bell ringing ceremony. She tells us about the significance of this celebration, and how our funding has helped.
Stride On at Arsenal
Stride On is an innovative health initiative, supporting men with prostate cancer through walking football and group sessions - hear how our participants are getting on, one year into the programme.
#TeamBike
Roger Mackenzie updates us on TeamBike's fundraising cycle challenge in the Pyrenees
Scamp and Dude Superhero Sleep Buddies and #SuperScarf
Thanks to a donation of beautiful 'super scarves' from Scamp and Dude, we're able to give patients being treated for cancer a much-deserved gift. Their Superhero Sleep Buddies bring comfort to children who are having general anaesthetic for their radiotherapy treatment.
Read all about it
Recently we accepted an incredible donation of over 300 books, from the family of Michael Powis. Ben, his son, tells us about the donation.
Virtual Reality headsets
We purchased virtual reality headsets for the teenage and young adult services team earlier this year. Andre, a youth support coordinator, tells us about the impact new headsets have been making for young patients at UCLH, helping them to relax during treatment and procedures.
Supporting mental health
Meet Marlies, UCLH senior mental health practitioner, supporting teenagers and young adults with cancer.
Uplifting Origami
A huge thank you to the husband of one of our patients for a very generous and thoughtful donation made in her memory, supporting origami for patients and staff at UCLH.
Proton Beam Therapy gets colourful
Brightening up the proton beam therapy waiting area in the Grafton Way Building is our newly installed artwork, designed by artist Lucy Gough.
Staff Training
Hear from the staff who have taken courses, attended conferences and joined training days, thanks to the support of Cancer Fund donors.
Fundraising Highlights
We take a look back at some of your fundraising highlights over 2022/2023.
Complementary Therapy
We speak to our complementary therapy team, following the launch of the new aromatherapy and massage service for teenagers and young adults.
Menopause and Cancer
We're excited to be funding the development of the 'Meno.pause' App, helping patients manage treatment induced menopause symptoms.