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

Move Well Programme Secures Second Year of Sport England Funding

Our Move Well programme is now in its second year of Sport England funding, supported by National Lottery players, enabling us to deliver cancer‑specific exercise and yoga sessions to young adults across the UK.

We are proud to share Rosie's Story: From Thyroid Cancer to the Royal Parks Half Marathon

Rosie speaks openly about her experience with the Ella Dawson Foundation - from the period shortly after her surgery for Papillary Thyroid Cancer through receiving clinical psychology support and exercise rehabilitation.

events

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!

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

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