Fundraiser stories

“The Christie means so much to us... [Manchester to Blackpool] gives me the chance to give something back to The Christie.”

“The aim was £500... the children raised £5,540 in the end! They were just amazing... It was incredible just how many people donated!"

“I personally and all involved greatly appreciate your efforts to care for those unfortunate – thank you.”

“My aim is to raise as much money as possible on my birthday, every year, in an effort to give back to an institution that symbolises hope, kindness, dedication and ultimately love.”

“I am shaving [my hair] in the hope that you will… support the amazing work done at The Christie to support the ever increasing number of patients who need their care.”

“To beat cancer requires help. That's where The Christie charity comes in. For me, fundraising for The Christie is about the future.”

“Thanks to all the lovely staff, I am here to live another day and I am proud to support them by playing The Christie Lottery.”

“I am privileged to be working at The Christie [as an integrated therapist] and would not be here if it were not for the funding of The Christie charity.”

“We will be forever thankful for everything that The Christie did for mum… this is why we feel so strongly in trying to help in whatever ways we can for this invaluable cause.”

“I received excellent care at The Christie and I want to help give something back… [I’m] aiming to complete a virtual Manchester to Blackpool bike ride on 12 September 2020.”

“The Walk of Hope, along with The Christie, holds such a special place in my heart… and I want to give something back to The Christie for helping me along the [cancer] journey”

“I have always been very proud to work at The Christie… I want to support it in any way I can, which is why I always choose to cycle for The Christie”.