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Why World Cancer Research Fund?
Every day around 1,100 people will hear the words ‘you have cancer’. Over 420 of these cases could have been prevented, that’s a staggering 155,000 people every year. World Cancer Research Fund, are passionate about reducing this number.
As part of an international network of charities, they’ve been funding life-saving research, influencing global health policy and informing the public since 1982.
While society continues to search for a cure, their prevention and survival work helps people to live longer, healthier, and happier lives – free from the devastating effects of cancer. The money I'm raising plays a huge part in keeping this going.
My Achievements
Has fundraising page
Updated profile pic
Added a blog post
Self donated
Shared page
Thanked donor
Has received 10 donations
Reached 50% of fundraising target
Amount raised £2,500
Reached fundraising goal
Increased target over £1,000
Reached distance goal
My Updates
For Him, For Me, For a Cure.
Thursday 23rd Jul
Six months. That is how fast cancer took my superhero away.
I was 20 years old when my dad was diagnosed. In just half a year, I watched the strongest man I knew lose his mobility, his mind, and his life. I was by his side for every step, through every treatment, caring for him every single day. But to be honest? I was the first one who couldn't accept what was happening. I still vividly remember hiding in my bedroom, completely overwhelmed, because the pain was just too much to handle.
Growing up, my dad was a runner. He always took me with him and was my biggest champion from day one, constantly encouraging me to dig deeper, push past my limits, and keep going when things got tough. I didn't care much for running back then, but I loved spending that time with him.
After all these years, the heavy pain and the hole he left behind are still there. While I feel his presence in so many moments of my life, the second I put on my running shoes, something special happens. I feel like he's right there running beside me. What was once his passion has become my way to heal.
That is why running the 2027 London Marathon for the World Cancer Research Fund is a dream come true.
And if I ever needed proof this was meant to be? I got my entry for the marathon on his birthday. If that isn’t a sign from him, I don’t know what is. ✨
💙 How You Can Support My Journey 💙
I know the training ahead will be tough. But it is nothing compared to what cancer patients and their families go through every day. I’m running to heal my own heart, but most importantly, I’m running so other people don't have to say a forever goodbye to the person they love most.
To stand on that start line in London, my goal is to raise £2,750 for life-saving cancer research.
Every single donation made directly on this page - no matter how big or small - helps fund vital research to prevent cancer and save lives. If you aren't able to donate today, sharing my page with your friends and family means the world to me.
Thank you so much for being part of this journey with me.
Dad, this one is for you 🏃♂️
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