Why support Worldwide Cancer Research?

Curestarter Eilidh Mackay is pictured on a bridge wearing a yellow Worldwide Cancer Research t-shirt
Multiple cancers
I celebrated my two-year cancer-free milestone and I'm looking forward to the future

Eilidh and her family were devastated when she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia aged just 14. 

Lung cancer
Thanks to research my father is still with us and got to see me live my dream

While Jack was studying for his PHD, his father, John, was diagnosed with lung cancer. His father’s dream was to see Jack become a doctor, and thanks to research his dream came true.

Pancreatic cancer
Your support has been vital in funding my immunotherapy research

Sixteen years ago, Professor Withers' father died of pancreatic cancer. This has shaped his career as a cancer researcher.

I turned the heartbreaking situation of losing Dad into pedal power

After losing his father to cancer, Forbes decided to take on the epic challenge of the 'toughest amateur cycling race in the world' to start new cures. 

Raising money for cancer research has always been part of my life

Helen's father ran five London Marathons in aid of charities close to his heart. After losing him to cancer, Helen decided she would follow in her father’s footsteps.

Literally taking steps to start new cures!

After both losing people close to them to cancer throughout their lives, Lynne and Tim decided to take on an epic 100km hike to raise much-needed funds.

Helen Rippon Headshot
Running miles to reach cancer research milestones

Our Chief Executive, Dr Helen Rippon, shares her thoughts on the connection between the mileage of a marathon and the miles needed to start cures.

I'm running marathons for new cancer cures in my brother's memory

Richard is running for Worldwide Cancer Research to raise money in memory of his brother Tim, who passed away after being diagnosed with a brain tumour