The British Council for the Prevention of Blindness prevents blindness worldwide by funding research into the causes of blindness and more effective treatments. The charity also specialises in training for medical professionals from developing countries who learn how to set up programmes which save the sight of many thousands of people.
The SCOLIOSIS CAMPAIGN FUND raises money for people with scoliosis - abnormal twisting and curving of the spine. SCF is the joint fundraising arm of the SCOLIOSIS ASSOCIATION (UK) (SAUK) and the BRITISH SCOLIOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION (BSRF). SAUK and BSRF are the only national charities in the UK working to help people with scoliosis. Every penny SCF raises goes towards helping to support people with the condition as well as funding research into the causes and treatment of scoliosis. By supporting SCF, you're helping people with scoliosis now and in the future! We have some fantastic fundraising events which can all be seen on our new, updated website. So whether it's a run, cycle ride, bake sale, or show, we hope to see you at an SCF event soon! Thank you so much for your support.
The Charity aims to alleviate the physical and mental distress of persons with cancer, of the partners and immediate family of persons with cancer and of persons recently bereaved through cancer. To be achieved through personal support, peer support, a range of complementary therapies, counselling, and an information service, etc.
The CdLS Foundation exists to ensure early and accurate diagnosis of Cornelia de Lange Syndrome ; promote research into the causes and manifestations of the syndrome and help people with a diagnosis of CdLS to make informed decisions throughout their lifetime
The BlooM Appeal is a Merseyside based charity for blood cancer. Our aims are For more information visit www.thebloomappeal.org.uk or find us on Facebook and Twitter.
Cahonas Scotland exist to increase the availability of and facilitate access to information and support services geared to the needs of men experiencing cancer and life limiting disease. To advance education of the public in matters relating to male cancers and to undertake where necessary the prevention of discrimination and stigma arising from diagnosis and the cancer experience.
Corpal supports those affected by Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum which means that the major pathway across the two hempisheres of the brain is damaged or missing. Corpal is a Not for Profit group and is run by parents, and carers of children and Adults with ACC or Aicardi Syndrome.
A registered UK charity since 2003, AMEND is an international patient group run by patients for patients, for the benefit of everyone affected by the multiple endocrine neoplasia disorders and their associated endocrine growths. In addition to providing worldwide email and telephone support, AMEND runs a UK Research Registry and produces patient information with the help of an expert medical advisory team. Membership of AMEND is free and open to patients, families, friends and healthcare professionals. AMEND continually strives to look for ways of improving the care and management of MEN patients. Details of our work and free membership registration can be found on AMENDs well-respected website at www.amend.org.uk.
Trust PA - the spinal injury charity, was set up in memory of Paul-Andre Blundell (PA), who was paralysed during a rugby tackle and later died. He had hoped to benefit from recent scientific advances.Trust PA is working to help fund the latest science to make repair treatments available for those with spinal injury paralysis.
Hospice Africa promotes palliative care (pain control in terminally ill cancer patients) in sub-Saharan Africa, using oral morphine. The work in Uganda started in 1993 and continues in Kampala, Mbarara and Hoima. Currently, palliative care projects are also being supported in Malawi, Cameroon and Nigeria. See www.hospiceafrica.org.
MSIF is an international NGO working in partnership with national MS societies and the international scientific community to raise the profile of MS and catalyse the vital research that will lead to the elimination of multiple sclerosis. Together we will eliminate MS. Join us at: www.msif.org
Leukaemia Busters is a UK-registered medical research charity with a huge vision – a world in which leukaemia is quickly, safely and completely cured. We work towards this vision by funding and conducting our own research into finding new and safer antibody-based treatments for currently incurable forms of leukaemia. We receive no government funding and rely wholly on public support. With your help we are bringing new hope to leukaemia patients, both children and adults alike, by fighting for their lives through research.
The Dorset Kidney Fund raises donations to assist renal patients, their families & carers throughout the area covered by the Renal Unit at the Dorset County Hospital, Dorchester. All monies raised go towards the purchase of equipment and facilities for the benefit of kidney patients.
The Leukaemia Cancer Society is dedicated to ensuring that more people with Leukaemia and other Blood Cancers survive, have the best possible quality of life and that their families and carers get the support they need.
We provide support, information & complementary therapy to everyone in Suffolk affected by a cancer diagnosis from patients, family, friends & carers. We rely on your donations to keep these much needed services available to those who need it. Thank you for your support it’s very much appreciated.
The Wolf Hirschhorn Syndrome Trust provides support to familes affected by Wolf Hirschhorn Syndrome. Contact can be made via the helpline 0845 603 5338.
Our charity aims to help other families fighting the agressive childhood cancer Neuroblastoma. Through personalised familiy plans, educational and exciting gift boxes for the child and the funding of research and education programs into this vile disease. Please donate and help us help others
We are a charity formed of volunteer patients, carers and health professionals who want to help people who are suffering from problems after pelvic radiotherapy - most common in rectal, gynaecological, bladder and prostate cancer patients. We work for wider recognition and treatment of pelvic radiation disease within the NHS nationally. Currently we are raising money to fund a nurse-led help line, and to employ a part-time administrator.
The Primrose Centre is a breast cancer support centre in Bromley Kent.
Bright Red, a charity established to improve the lives and treatment of people in the North who are dealing with Blood Cancer. Through care, research and education we are striving to beat illnesses such as leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma.
It works to secure the best possible outcomes for all people with kidney disease and aims to secure sufficient income to support research, patient facilities and social activity for both patients and carers
We pioneer life-saving cancer research to help beat cancer sooner. We’re the world leading charity dedicated to beating cancer through research. We are fighting cancer on all fronts, finding new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat it to save more lives. We are entirely funded by the public, With your help, we can ensure more people beat cancer.
Down's Syndrome North East is the leading organisation for the help and support of all people with Down's Syndrome and their famillies and friends.We cover Northumberland,Tyneside,Wearside,Durham and Teesside. We are a registered charity run entirely by parent volunteers.
This Charitable Trust was created in Fiona's memory, to fund research and projects special to her. We will provide funding for up and coming research into screening, diagnosis and treatments of cancers, as well as looking to support the psychological and motivational side of the illness.
Niemann-Pick UK aims to make a difference to those whose lives are affected by Niemann-Pick diseases (NPD), through the provision of effective support, up to date information and the promotion of relevant research.