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

Macmillan Cancer Support Funds Eat Well to Strengthen Wellbeing Support for Young Adults with Cancer

Macmillan funding will help us expand nutrition and wellbeing support for young adults with cancer.

​Save the Date: Colour Ball 2027

The Ella Dawson Foundation is delighted to announce that our flagship fundraising event, the Colour Ball 2027, will take place on Saturday 27 February 2027 at the beautiful Queen's Hotel, Leeds.

A Special Day: Celebrating Our Thanking Day and 5-Year Anniversary

On Saturday, we celebrated five years of Ella's legacy with our annual Thanking Day - honouring 3,170 young people and families supported and the community that made it all possible.

events

Run the Barcelona Marathon with Team Ella!

Take on one of Europe’s most popular marathons on 14 March 2027, following a fast, flat route past some of Barcelona’s most iconic landmarks. Raise funds for the Ella Dawson Foundation and help support young adults facing cancer every step of the way.

Leeds 10km - Team Ella 2027

Run the Leeds 10K with Team Ella! 🏃‍♂️💙 Join us in June 2027 for one of Yorkshire’s most popular city-centre runs. Whether you're chasing a personal best or taking on your first 10K, every mile you run will help support youn

Alton Towers 10km - Team Ella 2026

Run Alton Towers 10K with Team Ella! 🎢🏃‍♀️ Join us on 14 November 2026 for an unforgettable race through the UK's biggest theme park, earn a unique themed medal, and enjoy free ride access after the event while supporting youn

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