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Recognising researchers this International Women's Day
International Women's Day (8th March) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
We celebrate the female scientists who work tirelessly to fight childhood cancer - we asked three of our funded researchers about what motivates them in their work to improve treatment for neuroblastoma.
Join #OneCancerVoice in demanding action for cancer patients
England is facing a cancer emergency with missed cancer waiting times, a growing cancer backlog and worsening cancer patient experience. We are lagging behind comparative countries on cancer survival.
That’s why Neuroblastoma UK is speaking up with over 60 cancer charities as #OneCancerVoice. We’re collectively supporting millions of people living with cancer. And we want an ambitious, fully funded, long term strategy on cancer.
Sign the petition today.
Why I took part in RideLondon
Steve Wilkinson completed Ride London in 2022, a 100 mile cycling challenge, and raised over £1,000 for Neuroblastoma UK. He tells us why he got involved and shares some words of encouragement!
Neuroblastoma UK statement about debate in House of Commons on childhood cancer outcomes
Neuroblastoma UK, a charity that funds research into neuroblastoma, a rare and often aggressive childhood cancer, welcomes the debate in the House of Commons today (26 April) on childhood cancer outcomes.
There is an urgent need for more research funding into childhood cancers, particularly neuroblastoma, to improve diagnosis, treatment and survival rates.
Alan Carr and Friends - Chatty for Charity
Join our Patron Alan Carr and his funniest friends for a special night of live comedy on 30 May 2022, raising funds for Neuroblastoma UK and Rose Theatre. The stellar line-up includes Tom Allen, Rich Hall, and Suzi Ruffell.
Support our 40th anniversary appeal
Help us raise £40,000 and donate today to help fill our virtual lab* with essential research equipment.
Or text FORTY followed by your donation to 70085**
(Text FORTY40, FORTY20, FORTY10 to donate £40, £20, £10)
One Cancer Voice charities publish 10 tests that new 10 year Cancer Plan must meet
Today, 30 March 2022, as 54 cancer charities, we speak with #OneCancerVoice and publish 10 tests that the Government’s new 10-year Cancer Plan must meet if it is to be successful in delivering world leading and transformative change.
Neuroblastoma survivor and Team GB Paralympian is our new Patron
This International Women’s Day (8 March 2022), we are delighted to announce that neuroblastoma survivor and Team GB Paralympian Charlotte Moore joins Neuroblastoma UK as our new Patron.
Charlotte (Charlie) was just 12 weeks old when she was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma, after being born with the cancer. She joins fellow charity Patrons Alan Carr, Scott Mills and Angellica Bell as part of our 40th anniversary celebrations.
A new Patron for Neuroblastoma UK
We are delighted to announce TV and radio presenter Angellica Bell as a new Patron of Neuroblastoma UK, to help celebrate our 40th anniversary!
Angellica, who has supported the charity for a number of years said, “Becoming a Patron of Neuroblastoma UK is an absolute honour, particularly at such a special time for the charity as they celebrate their 40th year.”
Current vacancies
Join our team as Fundraising Manager – Public Fundraising to help fight childhood cancer.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, this new position will be a key role in the growth of Neuroblastoma UK during our 40th year and beyond.