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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 15h

🎉 Huge congrats to everyone who conquered our Mount Toubkal trek in Morocco, raising an amazing £8,417.67 for Children’s Cancer North! 👏 Special thanks to Tribal Tracks for an unforgettable journey ⛰️

Take on the challenge yourself in 2026! 👉 Sign up: https://loom.ly/8ZL2Y3o

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 2d

🌟 A huge THANK YOU to the Walker Filtration team for taking on the #YorkshireThreePeaks Challenge! 🌄 Your incredible effort in raising £1,162 will make a real difference in making life better for children and young people with cancer in our region 🧡

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 4d

📣 Help shape childhood blood cancer research! Researchers at Newcastle University are exploring why some children respond better to treatment. We want input from patients and families. If you have experience as a patient, parent, or family member, email [email protected] to get involved.

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 7d

Thanks to everyone who helped #PaintTheToonGold with us in September, shining a light on #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth 🌟

Add your pics to our Community Wall by 5th Oct to be in with a chance of entering our prize draw competition for a £50 Amazon voucher! 👉 https://loom.ly/8qvbNUs

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 8d

We had an amazing time at our School Awards event, celebrating local pupils who helped to raise £285,000 by taking part in the 2025 Children's Cancer Run! https://loom.ly/JbbiM7A 🏃
Schools can register their team now for the 2026 Children's Cancer Run on Sunday 17th May! 🙌 https://loom.ly/6KTm-0A

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 9d

There's now extra time to submit your nominations for the Ian Birtwistle Fundraiser of the Year Award! 🎉 Know an individual or group with exceptional fundraising efforts? Email us at [email protected] by Oct 31 with their name, your reasons, and 5-6 photos. 🧡

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 16d

🧡 This #WorldCancerResearchDay we proudly support the incredible researchers that we work alongside at Newcastle University who are making significant strides in paediatric cancer research, working tirelessly to develop innovative treatments & improve outcomes for young patients

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 18d

Our group of adventurous participants have set off on their fundraising trek to summit Mount Toubkal in Morocco! 🏞️🥾🌄

After weeks of preparation and anticipation, it's finally time for them to conquer North Africa's highest peak! We're wishing them an unforgettable journey 🧡

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 18d

Thank you for all your hard work. See you in November at the Sunderland 10K! 🧡

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 18d

Thank you so much for all that you do to make life better for children with cancer! 🧡

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 21d

Earlier this month, Middlesbrough Council illuminated the city gold to support our #PaintTheToonGold campaign for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month! 🧡✨🌟

Get involved! Find out more about our Golden Monument Trail and where else is lighting up this September: https://loom.ly/CPMM3KE

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 22d

Caught the running bug? Whether you took part in the #GreatNorthRun & want to keep the momentum going, or have been inspired to join the action yourself... join #TeamCCN & our charity partner Northern Gas and Power Ltd at the inaugural RunThrough Sunderland 10k this Nov! 🏃

https://loom.ly/tbf7vuA

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 24d

Didn't get a ballot place? Join #TeamCCN and secure your place for #GreatNorthRun 2026 today!

Enjoy our early bird rate of just £35 with a £200 fundraising pledge and help to make life better for children with cancer in the North East and Cumbria 🧡

👉 https://loom.ly/6j24rWE

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 25d

There’s still time to recognise our incredible fundraisers! Nominate someone special by the end of September for the Ian Birtwistle Fundraiser of the Year Award 🎉

Email [email protected] with:
🙍‍♂️ Their name
🌟 Your reasons for nominating them
📸 5-6 photos

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 28d

We've loved seeing you #PaintTheToonGold this Sept! ✨ Check out some of the photos so far during the Great North Run weekend, including the golden illumination of St. Mary's Lighthouse 🧡

For more information on how you can get involved, visit: https://loom.ly/CPMM3KE

#CCNGold #ChildhoodCancer

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · 29d

Head to Tynemouth Station to see our exciting new art installation “Invisible Journeys – A Tribute to Young Cancer Patients in the North East & Cumbria” with @ntartstudio, on display until 4th Oct.

Read more & view our photo gallery 👉 https://loom.ly/VZVoAqM

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 8

Thank you for taking on this challenge in support of us, wishing you all the best in your training! 🧡

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Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 8

What an amazing #GreatNorthRun we've shared - thank you to our incredible runners! Thanks to you, we’ve raised over £137K to make life better for children with cancer 🧡🙌

Check out the highlights 👉 https://loom.ly/ZKOfIxQ

Inspired to join us next year? Visit our website for your place in 2026!

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 7

You've crossed the line and earned that finisher's t-shirt and medal! 🎉🏅 Head over to our tent in the Charity Village for a hot or cold drink, a snack, and a nice massage. 🌟 A HUGE THANK YOU to all the amazing participants of this year's Great North Run! 🧡

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 7

We are at our cheering point at Mile 9.5, supporting our amazing runners at the #GreatNorthRun with plenty of sweets, ice lollies, bubbles and tunes! 🍬🍭🎶

All of our #TeamCCN runners are absolutely INCREDIBLE! 🧡 Keep pushing forward - we will see you at the finish line!

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 7

A huge shout out to our amazing runners taking on the #GreatNorthRun! Many joined our breakfast to fuel up and get motivated 💪

Their dedication means the world to us! Together as #TeamCCN we can make a difference for children with cancer in the North East and Cumbria! 🏃‍♂️💪🧡

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 6

It’s the #GreatNorthRun tomorrow! #TeamCCN runners can join us for the Children’s Cancer North Breakfast from 08:30-10:00 at the Paul O'Gorman Building for snacks and snaps! 🥐📸

You can also celebrate post-run at our charity tent (location A4) with refreshments & massages! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 6

What an amazing day we've had at the Junior and Mini Great North Run! 🌟 We loved cheering on our fantastic runners at the finish line! 🏆 And our charity tent on the Quayside was a blast with giant bubbles and fun activities! Thank you for helping us #PaintTheToonGold 🎉🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 5

Join Children’s Cancer North at the Quayside tomorrow for the Junior and Mini Great North Run! 🎉

Bring the family to our gazebo at Swing Bridge Car Park and enjoy fun games, giant bubbles, free face painting, photo stations and more. We can’t wait to see you there!

Children's Cancer North @childcancernth.bsky.social · Sep 4

The Great North Run is almost here! 🎉 We're excited to support our team of runners 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Please check the important info below to prepare for Sunday. We'll also be cheering on our Junior and Mini runners this Saturday! Can't wait to see everyone cross the finish line! 🏅