2 Children received a terminal cancer diagnosis today.
Body In 2026, this should’t happen.
Only around 2% of cancer research funding in the UK* is spent on research that is fully dedicated to childhood and young adult therapies, making your support and understanding vital in the fight against childhood cancer.
WORLD CLASS RESEARCH
Childhood cancer rates have been climbing for decades and they’re still rising. While there have been amazing strides in treatment, progress has plateaued. Too many children still don’t survive and those who do often face serious side effects from the intensive treatments that saved their lives.
What we are working on
Understanding the roots of childhood cancer: We want to know why children get cancer in the first place, what’s driving the increase and whether we can prevent it.
Developing better treatments: We’re working on new ways to diagnose cancer earlier, predict which children need more aggressive treatment and create therapies that work better with fewer harmful side effects.
Supporting survivors: With over 30,000 childhood cancer survivors now living in the UK, we need to understand and address the long-term health risks they face.
Why we exist
Everyday 10 children will receive a cancer diagnosis. 2 will not survive, but of the 8 that do over half will face long-term and life-limiting side effects. Your support can ensure that more young people survive their cancer but also thrive beyond it.
With the right support and investment childhood cancer doesn’t have to be a life sentence. A major gift to Children with Cancer UK can provide vital, life-saving research.
I’m not going to be in remission knowing I can’t get rid of my tumour. I’ve learnt that this is my life and it’s not my enemy.
Eve, Student
When Eve was ten she was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Learn about Eve’s journey through childhood cancer and how dance gave her strength:
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Philanthropy
Thank you for considering making a donation to Children with Cancer UK. Our Philanthropy team are here to help guide you to make a lasting impact and achieve your philanthropic goals. If you are considering making a major gift, please get in touch:
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Every contribution brings us one step closer to better treatments, improved outcomes, and hope for families affected by childhood cancer.
*estimated amount based on data from the NCRI Cancer Research Database (CaRD) for 2018/19.
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