Watch Now: Adam & Don Catch Up After 10,000 Miles at Sea

Adam joins a live Q & A whilst sailing the South Pacific in his self built 19ft yacht as he continues on Leg 2 of the Mini Globe Race raising funds for the Ella Dawson Foundation

Bradley Park Golf Club Captains Name Ella Dawson Foundation as 2025 Charity Partner

A huge thank you to Bradley Park Golf Club Captain and Lady Captain, Ian and Linda Welsh, and to all club members for choosing the Ella Dawson Foundation as your charity partner for 2025. We’re so grateful for your support and really look forward to wo

Tasha attends the Your Way Forward Event at the Christie, Manchester

​It was a privilege to attend the Your Way Forward event, hosted by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

Trustee Kris completed his first marathon for Team Ella at the Rob Burrows Leeds Marathon

Kris Holland completed his first ever marathon — taking on the tough 26.2-mile Leeds Rob Burrow Marathon on what turned out to be another incredibly hot day.

Founder & Trustee Kevin completes the Fred Whitton Challenge

Kevin Dawson conquered the Fred Whitton Challenge — a 112-mile, 10,000 ft cycle around the Lake District, often described as the UK’s toughest one-day cycling event.

The Wright Family continue to run for Team Ella

The Wright Family continue to raise money for young adults with cancer by running the Manchester 10km and Half Marathon. Thank you for your continued support.

Katie runs for TeamElla in memory of her friend Elyse

Katie ran the Manchester 10km in memory of her friend Elyse, who sadly passed away following her diagnosis of cancer last year. We had the privilege of supporting Elyse throughout her treatment, as well as her mum and sister through such a difficult time.

Championing better support for young people with cancer

Last week, our CEO Jane met with Paul Davies MP to discuss the work of the Ella Dawson Foundation and the importance of including all cancers in the national Cancer Action Plan.

An incredible £39,000 raised at the NorthEdge Charity Golf Day in support of young people with cancer⛳

We’re incredibly grateful to NorthEdge for hosting their annual Charity Golf Day in support of the Ella Dawson Foundation - and to everyone who contributed on the day.

TeamElla have raised £10,000 at the 2025 London Marathon

Congratulations to Hana, Jane and Paul for completing the unforgettable 26.2 mile course on Sunday and raising an incredible amount for young adults with cancer.

Colour Ball 2026

SAVE THE DATE! Painting a brighter future for young adults with cancer.

Dr Stewart Manning: New Ambassador for the Ella Dawson Foundation

We're thrilled to welcome retired GP Dr Stewart Manning, a passionate advocate for cancer support, as an Ambassador for the Ella Dawson Foundation.

Founding Trustee Jane runs London Marathon in memory of Ella

Teenage & Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month

Charities come together for Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month this April

"Life changing. helped me come back to the person I felt I was losing."

"I cannot put into words how grateful I am for all of the support you have provided. It has been a breath of fresh air and I really don't think I would be the person I am today without it."

NEW: Fuel Your Future, Healthy Eating for Life After Cancer

This programme is for young people in their late teens and 20s who’ve finished cancer treatment and are looking for practical, tailored, and sustainable healthy eating tools. Led by our Oncology Dietitian Hazel, you'll get the guidance and support you n

A Founders Playbook: Purpose with Jane and Tasha Dawson

We are delighted A Founders Playbook have chosen the Ella Dawson Foundation as their Season 1 Charity Partner. On this episode, Jane and Tasha talk about their one non-negotiable, PURPOSE. A Founder's Playbook aims to empower, educate and inspire future e

Exciting News! Buccleuch Property Charity Partner for 2025

We are delighted to have been chosen for the Buccleuch Property 2025 Charity Partner and are looking forward to what looks to be a fantastic day of fundraising at the Buccleuch Property Challenge in September! Thank You Buccleuch!

Meet Alice

Alice was diagnosed with Thymic Cancer at 23 years old, she writes about her experience getting diagnosed, how yoga and psychology have been instrumental to her and describes what feels like a full circle moment as she is back working as a stem cell trans

Follow Adam Around the World: NEW WEBSITE LIVE

Adam Waugh is sailing around the world in a self-built 19ft boat raising money for the Ella Dawson Foundation. Read all the action right from the boat build to his current progress in the Mini Globe Race by visiting his new website One Man, One Boat, One

Meet Kim

Kim writes powerfully about navigating numerous cancer diagnoses, the importance of timely psychological support, the challenges of living with late effects, and her message: You know your body best'.

Thank You, Libby & Kerry! £1,000 Raised Through 100 Squats a Day for Young People with Cancer!

Libby and her mum, Kerry, have also completed an incredible challenge: 100 squats a day throughout February, raising an amazing £1,000 to help other young people with cancer.

Thank you to Julia and her family for raising £1400 for the Ella Dawson Foundation!

These three fabulous women hosted a Race Night 50th Birthday and raised an astonishing amount for young people living with and beyond cancer.

A fantastic Colour Ball!

​Our Colour Ball 2025 was an unforgettable evening, filled with energy, generosity, and a shared commitment to making a difference. We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to your incredible support, we raised an astounding £19,340 to help young adult

Thank you Lucie!

In January, Lucie took on a 100km running challenge to help raise funds to support young adults with cancer, like her sister Alice who we have supported over the last 18 months.

Creative Cuppa Online Craft

In this session we simply meet, chat and create with our favourite cuppa! We will provide you with all the tools you need to produce your very own handmade Christmas Cards to kick start the festive season. Together, we will get creative and chat with othe

Bon Voyage to Adam and Little Wren! 🚤🌍

Last Saturday, the incredible Adam Waugh set sail from Lanzarote aboard his 19ft self-built boat, Little Wren, embarking on the second leg of his epic 24,000 nautical mile solo sail around the world!

THE YES TO LIFE SHOW Ella's Way - Helping young adults live well with cancer

We were honoured to be invited onto the Yes to Life Show as guest speakers talking about Ella, and our journey to where the Ella Dawson Foundation is today.

Thank You Leeds Junior Lawyers Division

We're delighted to have been voted as the JLD Charity of the Year 2025!

Royal Parks Half Marathon

Sunday 12 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 and Kensington Gardens.

Get Involved: Open a door of our Advent Calendar

Over the next 24 days, you can open a door of our Advent Calendar where we’ll be sharing with you real stories and inspiring messages from those we support, highlights of our year and how you can get involved to help young adults facing cancer.

Get Involved: Gifting with Purpose via Ella's art Shop

Let’s make this Christmas a little more colourful and a lot more meaningful via gifting through Ella's art shop.

Get Involved: Christmas Jumper Day

This Christmas, why not spread some festive cheer while supporting a life-changing cause? Host your very own Christmas Jumper Day and help raise vital funds for young adults with cancer.

Careology and the Ella Dawson Foundation partner to help young people with cancer live better

We are delighted to announce our new partnership with Careology, the UK’s leading digital cancer care platform.

London to Paris Cycle for Charity 2025

The London to Paris Bike Ride is an awesome cycling challenge and by far one of the best fundraising events in Europe! Take part and help young adults live well with and beyond cancer.

Everest Base Camp Trek for Charity 2026

The ultimate charity challenge... trek to Everest Base Camp for young adults with cancer! Immerse yourselves deep into the Himalayas and all they have to offer with breathtaking views, souring mountains, deep culture and beautiful people.

Mount Toubkal Trek for Charity 2025

Trek Mount Toubkal for young adults with cancer! We've teamed up with Global Adventure Challenges to deliver this unique experience summiting North Africa's highest mountain and the best Morocco has to offer.

National Three Peaks Charity Challenge 2025

Trek the National Three Peaks for young adults with cancer! We've teamed up with Global Adventure Challenges to deliver this iconic challenge to tick off your bucket list, ensure you have an incredible weekend and raise money to make a difference.

Monthly Wellbeing Workshops

Our Monthly Wellbeing Workshops our here to provide support, information, and a place to meet other people going through similar. Each workshop has been chosen by young people with cancer themselves, and each month will be different.

Good Luck Adam!

A​dam Waugh is Sailing Around the World in a DIY boat for the Ella Dawson Foundation raising money for young adults with cancer.

Well done!! Yorkshire Three Peaks back to back Challenge

This weekend an incredible team took on one mighty challenge conquering the Yorkshire Three Peaks back to back (that’s 48 miles!) in 20 hours fundraising to help young adults live well with and beyond cancer.

Good Luck Kyle!

Wishing huge good luck to Kyle Spencer competing in the European Aquathlon Championships in Portugal tomorrow!

Proud to be new members of Cancer 52!

We’re excited to share the news we have joined Cancer52, the common voice for rare and less common cancers!

National Volunteer Week! Welcome Jo

What better way to celebrate National Volunteer Week than welcoming Jo to the team! An exciting time in the office, as we welcome our new volunteer Jo.

Sailing for a Cause: My Unforgettable Journey Around Britain

Last week, our Fundraising Manager Victoria took a week away from the office to be apart of our leg 2 crew of sailors sailing #TeamElla's boat Monet around Britain. Victoria writes about what it is like to take part in such an incredible fundraiser!

Sail Around Britain Charity Challenge is complete!

Thank you to @premiersailing, to all our sailors and their donors who together have raised an outstanding £8,5000 to help young adults live well with cancer!

Thank You Simpson Wood!

Thank you to all staff at Simpson Wood for choosing Ella Dawson Foundation as your Charity of The Year for 2024. We are so grateful for your support in helping young adults live well with and beyond cancer.