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Families Against Neuroblastoma (UK, 1135974) Browse events

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FAN provides assistance and support in all aspects of dealing with Neuroblastoma. Our main objective is to help get UK children life saving treatment usually only available abroad at great expense. FAN also provides days out, wishes and holidays, campaigns for awareness and change, and more.

2 Rifles Swift and Bold Wristband Appeal (UK, 1119061rf2) Browse events

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SUPPORT OUR TROOPS IN AFGHANISTAN - Wristband launch 14 July Wristbands are available to be posted now. Be aware there is a limited supply. However there are other ways to support 2 Rifles charity appeal, please visit http://www.swiftandbold.org/2rifles 2 RIFLES have deployed on operations in Afghanistan. Casualties are sadly part of the job. The 2 Rifles Swift and Bold wristband campaign provides funding for much needed immediate support and assistance for the families, girlfriends and boyfriends of the dead and wounded in those devastating first hours and days after a tragedy. To fund raise on behalf of the appeal, please use the link below, Thank you. To donate please click here In the medium and long term excess funds are used by the Rifles Regimental Trust to fund meaningful projects for the wounded and their families. Examples of this work can be found on www.careforcasualties.org.uk

The Richard Burns Foundation (UK, 1115185) Browse events

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The Richard Burns Foundation was created following the death of Richard Burns, the 2001 FIA World Rally Champion, from an astrocytoma, a form of brain tumour, in November 2005. The Foundation's mission is to create a nationwide network of brain buses in the UK with the Brain & Spine Foundation.

Gold September (UK, 1167720) Browse events

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Shockingly, cancer takes the lives of more young people than all other diseases combined. Survival rates haven't improved for most childhood cancer types for over 40 years. We aim to change this by raising funds for research. 100% of your donations will fund research for all childhood cancer types.

Breast Health International (UK, 1109838) Browse events

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Breast Health International is a nonprofit foundation that serves as a catalyst to advance breast cancer research and treatment, working with the greatest minds throughout the world to find the cure and to eradicate breast cancer. Our mission is to give all people affected by breast cancer the tools necessary to have the best quality of life, regardless of background or financial circumstances. In addition to sponsoring a series of International Consensus Conferences, BHI is dedicated to developing the talents of a new generation of physicians through Breast Cancer Fellowships, advancing the scope of scientific research through seed grants to pioneering doctors, and making the lives of those with breast cancer a little easier with its Fund For Living. Our aim is to reduce the suffering caused by breast cancer worldwide and ensure that no one touched by breast cancer walks alone.

CARE (CAMBRIDGE ARTHRITIS RESEARCH ENDEAVOUR) (UK, 802862) Browse events

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To support Rheumatology Research in Cambridge To provide reliable and accessible information to Rheumatology patients To inform patients and their families/friends about local Rheumatology research To promote awareness of Rheumatological conditions among student doctors

Heatherwood And Wexham Park Hospitals Trust General Fund (UK, 1050362) Browse events

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The charity helps fund medical equipment throughout the trust, and enhances the level of care by financing many courses and education days. It helps improve both patient and staff environments and holds many different funds reflecting the sheer size of the trust

The Charlie Sumption Memorial Fund (UK, 1136955) Browse events

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The CSMF fund was set up by the Sumption Family to commemorate our brother, Charlie. We wanted to do something that he would have been hugely excited by and proud of. The result is a fund which helps kids in Africa access valuable education, and a town to improve its resources. We are a small organisation, but thanks to efforts of our volunteers, have raised tens of thousands of pounds - and you can be sure that every penny and effort counts. So get involved - be inspired!

Bighearted Scotland (UK, SCO23039) Browse events

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Bighearted Scotland was formed in 1994 when a group of charities decided to work together to raise vital funds for their individual causes. A donation to Bighearted Scotland works harder by helping a wide range of good causes including children and adults with a range of issues from epilepsy to special needs, exclusion, disability, cancer and mental ill health. We have grown to be the leading charity partnership in Scotland and to date we have raised over £1million to help thousands of children, young people and adults receive the best possible care and support they need to live happy and fulfilled lives. Bighearted Scotland is a consortium of 6 Scottish Charities; CLIC Sargent, Epilepsy Scotland, Erskine, Momentum, Penumbra and Scottish Spina Bifida Association. By supporting Bighearted Scotland you will be supporting 6 Scottish charities with one donation.

Gift of Sight (UK, Gift of Sight - N/A) Browse events

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The Gift of Sight Appeal funds world-class research into the prevention and treatment of blindness. Principal areas of research are Age-related macular degeneration, the commonest cause of blindness in the Western world, Glaucoma and Nystagmus. X19140

The Thorne Mason Trust (UK, 1128581) Browse events

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The Thorne Mason Trust was founded by Mike and Debi Mason after Mike was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2007. Following his diagnosis the couple decided to use their experiences to help other people in Pembrokeshire who are in any way affected by cancer and to fund research into brain tumours.

Endometriosis SHE Trust (UK) (UK, 1076843) Browse events

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Endometriosis SHE Trust (UK) aims to provide relief for persons suffering from endometriosis by providing advice, support, education and guidance including holistic treatments. Early diagnosis in all women is vital if their future fertility is to be protected. Endometriosis is typically not a life threatening disease but is life destroying.

PROUD Parents Relatives & Others Understanding Down's (UK, 1118919) Browse events

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PROUD provides help to people with Down's syndrome, their families, carers and friends.It holds events and meetings offering advice and support througout the year. It helps raise awareness about Down's syndrome and helps people with Down's syndrome live full and rewarding lives. Affiliated to the Down's syndrome Association.

Birkbeck, University of London (UK, X23617) Browse events

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Birkbeck is a world-class research and teaching institution, a vibrant centre of academic excellence and London's only specialist provider of evening higher education. We encourage applications from students without traditional qualifications and we have a wide range of programmes to suit every entry level. Our academic reputation also attracts many full-time postgraduate students. Recognised as a global elite university, Birkbeck is ranked 149 in the world in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2011. Over 90 per cent of Birkbeck academics are research-active and many are renowned experts in their fields. In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE 2008), Birkbeck ranked in the top 25 per cent of UK multi-faculty institutions. Birkbeck is recognised for providing the highest quality teaching that is informed by our outstanding research excellence. This is proven by our number one position in the National Student Surveys. 19,000 students study with us every year. They join a community that is as diverse and cosmopolitan as London’s population.

The Chesterfield And District Kidney Association (UK, 509402) Browse events

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The Chesterfield & District Kidney Patients Association tries to help the Satellite Renal Unit at Royal Hospital, Calow, Chesterfield and any patients at home on dialysis or CAPD. We are also here to help transplant patients in the area. The unit at Calow has 12 beds and is very well looked after by the Sheffield Kidney Institute at the Northern General Hospital. Our association is run by kidney patients, carers and friends who want to help make a difference. We are a small group who try to be there when needed.

Mercedes Curnow Foundation (UK, 1149218) Browse events

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Mercedes Curnow was just 23 years old when she died from cervical cancer. Many young women needlessly die of this preventable disease. By raising awareness and providing private screening for young women, we aim to lower the incidence & mortality rate. Find us us on Facebook.

Gloucestershire Kidney Patients Association (UK, 900181) Browse events

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Gloucestershire Kidney Patients' Association is a registered charity (900181) formed in January 1989 by Kidney Patients for Kidney Patients. we Currently have approximately 250 Members, whom we help with support in the form of patient information days, equipment, specialist storage and subsidised holidays.We are always on hand to lend an ear to those who need it. Renal failure is no respecter of age,ethnicity, social or financial status.We are affiliated to the National Kidney Federation but our funds are used locally.

British Neurological Research Trust (UK, 298098) Browse events

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The British Neurological Research Trust is dedicated to supporting the research of the Spinal Repair Unit, Institute of Neurology, towards the repair of injury in the central nervous system. This research is focused on the translation of newly discovered science for human clinical benefit.

Prostate Cancer Research Foundation (UK, 1135297) Browse events

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The Prostate Cancer Research Foundation has two aims, the first to promote independent worldwide research into all aspects of prostate cancer; and the second to spread the crucial knowledge gathered from that research as far afield as possible, via an internationally recognised forum, attended by the world’s top prostate cancer experts. The Prostate Cancer Research Foundation is also the home of the Bob Monkhouse ‘Give a few bob’ campaign www.giveafewbob.org.

Og Cancer Project (UK, 1147939) Browse events

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We are OG Cancer Project, a charity set up in 2012 and run by patients for the welfare and support of Oesophageal and Gastric cancer patient and their families. Our trustees are a unique blend of 5 patients, 2 consultants and our very own angel disguised as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, this mix ensures we are at the front line and have resources in people to offer support pre, during and post treatment for patients and their families. Everyone involved with the charity are volunteers and our administrative costs are minimal to ensure the maximum funds are used for our aims as below. The charity’s aims are: To provide welfare and advice to patients and carers, To provide support by establishing, running and maintaining patient support groups, and by new patients being able to have contact with experienced patients pre, during and post treatment, To raise awareness to ensure early diagnosis, To assist with research funding of OG cancer, To fund equipment and other items that directly benefits patients and which are not normally provided by other sources, To raise funds in order to achieve our aims. We work closely with the Regional OG Unit based at the Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford and we have full support from the OG clinical specialist team of consultants, nurses and dieticians. The Guildford OG patient support group was started up in 2007 and now meets monthly, we welcome patients and their families to attend at any meeting. The group has full support from the clinical team who attend meetings and often do a presentation to the group. Web site: www.ogcancerproject.org.uk E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 01483 406688 or 01243 855611 Mobile: 07734 394263