Supporter stories

Our amazing supporters never fail to surprise us with the incredible ways they raise money for The Christie Charity. Read their stories to see how they've gone above and beyond for cancer patients and their loved ones.

Suzy Sperl, rare tumour oncology team clinical research nurse

"The Ewing Sarcoma patients that I’ve nursed are some of the most resilient and positive patients I’ve ever come across... but a new blood test for Ewing Sarcoma would lift the spirits of our patients and their families even more.”

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Helen and George Summerville, Christie fundraisers

"The treatment I received from the Christie was amazing, I had a 5-day course of radiotherapy and the staff were fantastic, very caring and supportive throughout. They made me feel better, even on the tough days, I'd just like to say thank you to them."

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Francesca, Christie supporter

“Young women of a certain age shouldn't be going through what Sarah went through… Research is essential for us to change anything.”

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Lee Young, Christie supporter

“I’m hoping to take on more fundraising soon, I’m still on the clinical trial but feeling really well.”

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A photo of Abbie, a student at St Thomas More RC College in Denton, doing a 60 minute danceathon for her 60 for The Christie school fundraising challenge.

St Thomas More RC College Denton, Christie fundraisers

"The work of The Christie has impacted on many of our lives and anything we can do as a community to support the amazing care you provide unites us to go above and beyond."

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