The Hummingbird Centre provides Complementary Therapy, Support and Friendship for people affected by cancer in the Bicester area.
London Lesbian & Gay Switchboard provides an information, support and referral service for lesbians, gay men, bisexual people and anyone who needs to consider issues around their sexuality. 160 trained telephone volunteers provide support to around 30,000 callers each year, with many more attempting to call us.
AWARE is the depression charity for Northern Ireland. We have 24 self-help support groups and deliver well-being programmes in communities and schools across NI. Donations ensure the continuation of these services. Visit www.aware-ni.org.uk for more information
The SMT gives grants and loans to a wide range of public and private bodies, such as clubs, schools, mountain rescue teams and other outdoor charities to enable them to widen and improve the public's access to and appreciation of the Scottish mountains.
CRIS Cancer Foundation is an independent non-profit organisation dedicated to the promotion and development of research to eliminate cancer. We believe that science is the only weapon that can beat cancer. CRIS Cancer Foundation focuses on the types of cancer that have fewer resources or more difficulty in obtaining financing. By funding research in the scientific community we believe that we can make a notable improvement in the understanding of the biological mechanisms of cancer. We are hopeful that this will allow us to develop new medicines and treatment plans capable of overcoming this fatal disease, so that it can be managed and ultimately eliminated. CRIS Cancer Objectives: Invest in cutting edge cancer research projects Fund research for rare and underfunded forms of cancer Fund translational projects to get new REAL treatments Share research findings CRIS Cancer Foundation is currently funding three research projects. One translational haematological research unit in 12 Octubre hospital in Madrid, and two paediatric oncology project, one guidebook giving recommendations for child pain management to help in their treatment whilst suffering from cancer. The final research project is research in Natural Killer Cell therapy in child oncology cases.
Richard House, London's first children's hospice, provides care and support to children who are not expected to live into adulthood, as well as to their families. Its team of nurses and care staff make the time children spend at the house fun, active and therapeutic.
There are over 7000 newly diagnosed cases of kidney cancer each year in the UK. There is an urgent need for earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment. KCUK seeks to raise public awareness of kidney cancer and to support patients and carers through our new website, newsletters and meetings.
We support families that have children with additional needs, disabilities and life limiting conditions with support, advice and activities all chosen by the families.
Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund is the only national charity dedicated solely to beating pancreatic cancer through research. With a 3% survival rate, more research is vital. In the past, this cancer received little attention. With your help, we can change this so more people beat pancreatic cancer.
Cameron’s Companions will aim to provide free access to private counselling or appropriate therapies, for men and boys in England and Wales, minimising waiting lists and times for those in need. We are non judgemental and don’t require a medical diagnosis prior to helping.
Marfan syndrome is a disorder of the body's connective tissue, affecting the eyes, heart and skeleton.As the sole charity in the UK dedicated to improving and saving the lives of those with the syndrome we provide personalised support, undertake research into improved treatments, & raise awareness.
Butterfly Thyroid Cancer Trust is the first registered charity in the UK dedicated solely to the support of people affected by Thyroid Cancer. We offer information,advice and support from fellow patients. The charity is a double award winner : Pzifer Excellence in Oncology Award NHS Innovations Award .
The Sussex Cancer Fund works with the NHS to create new and improved facilities providing the best possible cancer care for Sussex. To date £3million has been raised to make the Sussex Cancer Centre more effective. We are now raising funds in support of The Sussex Macmillan Cancer Support Centre.
We are a national umbrella agency for over 135 specialist rape and sexual violence support organisations. We aim to support and empower survivors of rape, sexual violence and/or childhood sexual abuse.
Since its inception over 30 years ago. Hammersmith and Fulham Mind has been committed to Service User empowerment by campaigning for Service User involvement at all levels: from policy formulation and decision-making through to Service design and provision.
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust Charitable Fund comprises over 100 separate funds each with their own unique purpose, including the benefit of staff and patients, and to support and enhance the services and research provided by The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust.
The Jo Cox Foundation exists to channel the energy and determination generated by Jo's life and untimely death into practical efforts to advance the causes she championed. Led by her example, we are restless for change. Just as she did, we believe in working together with individuals and organisations that share the commitment to a fairer, kinder and more tolerant world. We are convinced that by working together effectively we are greater than the sum of our parts. We seek to amplify the voices of all those who believe that compassion, understanding and optimism are signs of strength and not weakness. The Foundation exists to guide people towards those who are working on the things Jo was passionate about. People who know that it is not enough just to talk about what can make communities stronger or to complain about injustice, indifference or cruelty.
The Marine Conservation Society is the UK charity dedicated to protecting our seas, shores and wildlife. We work to ensure that the rich wildlife of our seas can be restored, that fish stocks can recover and our beaches and bathing waters can become cleaner.
The Freedom Fund is a leader in the global movement to end modern slavery. We identify and invest in the most effective frontline efforts to eradicate modern slavery in the countries and sectors where it is most prevalent. Partnering with visionary investors, governments, anti-slavery organisations and those at risk of exploitation, we tackle the systems that allow slavery to persist and thrive. Working together, we protect vulnerable populations, liberate and reintegrate those enslaved and prosecute those responsible. Learn more about us at www.freedomfund.org.
Our mission is to support civil society organisations in Turkey by serving as a bridge between donors and grassroot organizations. We provide funding for charities, projects and programmes through fundraising activities in the UK. We are non-governmental and politically non-affiliated.