Fundraiser stories

“My mum and I have always wanted to raise money again for you. You saved her life from cancer."

Evie and Ellie England, Christie fundraisers

“The care I have had at the Christie has been second to none. The support I received when I was an inpatient and now that I am at home is invaluable.”

Ailsa McDonagh, Christie patient

“Cancer is a terrible disease and takes far too many people, but together we can help to continue the fight against it."

Sam Whelan, Christie fundraiser

"All of our lives have been touched by these diagnoses, either personally or professionally."

HPB/NET disease group, Christie supporters

"I was super proud to wear my Christie vest at the London marathon"

Nicola Stewart, Christie fundraiser

"Support from the thousands of Christie fundraisers helps fund vital research and care and treatment for patients."

Tony Gretton, Christie fundraiser

"Supporting The Christie was an easy decision as it is very close to many people’s hearts in the local community."

Keith Small, Christie fundraiser

"I'm running 150 miles through the Sahara desert for The Christie charity."

Rob Duncombe, director of pharmacy

"As the director of workforce, I wanted to lead by example and encourage others to take part."

Eve Lightfoot, director of workforce

"I decided I wanted to start my own fundraising project to help generate money for men’s cancer research."

Dionne Cyprus, clinical photographer at The Christie

"We are really fortunate to have this world-class cancer hospital in the North West."

David Shelton, Christie patient and fundraiser

"A close friend, a family member and a colleague have all been treated at The Christie - the work they do is second to none."

Phil Shaw, Divisional Director for Interserve Construction