Support Young People Facing Cancer This Christmas

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Our mission is that every young adult with cancer and their families and carers have the tools and support they need to live well and feel empowered

Being diagnosed with cancer often means life stops in its tracks.... We're here to help you feel in control, feel purpose, feel like you and feel empowered

latest news

Ella's Book Club Launch and a Full Year of Group Workshops Ahead

We’re excited to share the the launch of Ella's Book Club and over 40 group workshops will be hosted throughout 2026 - our biggest calendar yet!

Our Year in Review: We're delighted to share our Impact Report 2025

Our latest Impact Report highlights the year’s achievements, the life-changing support we’ve provided to young people with cancer, and inspiring stories from across 2025. Explore how your support has made a real difference.

​Ella Dawson Foundation Launches Christmas Appeal to Support Young People Facing Cancer

The Ella Dawson Foundation has launched its 2025 Christmas Appeal with a heartfelt mission: to raise £4,000 to gift 400 young people facing cancer a Life Notes journal in the coming year.

events

Great North Run 2026

Sunday 13th September 2026 - Join Team Ella for the Great North Run, we will be with you every step of the way from training to the big day!

Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026

A flagship Evet for Team Ella in 2026! Sunday 11 October 2025 - The stunning 13.1-mile route takes in many of the capital’s world-famous landmarks on closed roads, and four of London’s eight Royal Parks – Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James’s Park

Milan Marathon

Take on the Wizz Air Milano Marathon on April 12, 2026 for Team Ella. At the heart of it all is Italy’s fastest marathon: 42.195 km through the vibrant streets of Milan, along one of the most scenic and captivating routes in Europe.

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