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Children's Cancer North
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Making life better for children with cancer through funding revolutionary research at Newcastle University's Wolfson Childhood Cancer Research Centre and providing support to children on wards 4 & 14 at the Great North Children's Hospital.
Join in the fun at the 2026 Children's Cancer Run, tickets are now on sale! 🏃‍♀️

Secure your place before the end of March for early bird pricing:
🏃‍♂️ Child - £7
🏃‍♂️ Adult - £14
🏃‍♂️ Family entry (2 adults + 3 kids) - £40

Help us support children with cancer: https://loom.ly/CGyZqqg
January 9, 2026 at 1:02 PM
📣 Applications are now open for our charity-funded Family Breaks in 2026!

If your child is undergoing cancer treatment (or has done in the last 12 months) at the Great North Children’s Hospital, you may be eligible.

Apply & make memories together 👉 https://loom.ly/q2VRk7U
January 6, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Here are some free ways that you can show your support of CCN in 2026:

📢 Share our posts
🏆 Nominate us in the Benefact Draw
🛍️ Shop via easyfundraising
🌟 Go gold for childhood cancer awareness
🤝 Volunteer your time
📧 Join our newsletter

Every action counts! https://loom.ly/0gykhkQ
January 5, 2026 at 1:02 PM
🌟 Take On A Challenge in 2026! 🌟

Run, skydive, hike the Yorkshire or National Three Peaks, or trek Mt Toubkal with Children’s Cancer North!

Join #TeamCCN, raise vital funds, and be part of something amazing! Make a difference and sign up today:

👉 https://loom.ly/oCWRRjs
January 2, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Ready to run into 2026? 🏃‍♂️

Our early bird entry for the iconic AJ Bell #GreatNorthRun 2026 closes this New Year’s Eve! Lock in your charity place with Children's Cancer North for just £35 and be part of an unforgettable experience! 🎽✨

👉 https://loom.ly/6j24rWE
December 29, 2025 at 10:01 AM
After a wonderful year, the Children's Cancer North team are taking a festive break! 🧡

We're closed from today, 19th Dec, and will reopen on 5th Jan. Emails & notifications won't be monitored, but we'll respond when we're back.

Wishing you all a joyful festive season! ☃️❄️🎅
December 19, 2025 at 12:30 PM
THE BIG DAY IS ALMOST HERE! 🎅🎄🎁

The countdown is on... our Christmas Animation & Film premieres 1pm Xmas Day on our Facebook & Instagram pages 🤩

Here's a sneak peak of our team joining the action on wards 4 & 14, led by Children's Cancer North funded animation specialist Tom Madge!
December 18, 2025 at 1:03 PM
We are incredibly grateful for the dedication of Corey's Smile, created in loving memory of Corey Lewis Duncan.

Corey's Smile has brought people together by organising a variety of charity events to make life better for children with cancer, raising an incredible £16,000 🧡
December 18, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Last week, teens from Wards 4 & 14 at Great North Children's Hospital enjoyed a festive night of mini golf and pizza at Junkyard Golf! 🎄⛳️

Thank you to our supporters for helping make moments like these possible 🧡
December 17, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Huge thanks to Leica Biosystems! This year, they raised an amazing £13,417 for Children’s Cancer North, over double last year's total! From bake sales and raffles to hiking adventures and donated gifts, their support is truly inspiring. Thank you for making life better for children with cancer! 🧡
December 16, 2025 at 3:05 PM
We had an absolutely amazing time at our Christmas party for patients aged 0-8 from Wards 4 & 14 at the RVI, and their siblings.

Set in the heart of the Great North Museum: Hancock, and with visits from both Stitch and Santa, the day was unforgettable for all thanks to our incredible donors! 🎅🧡
December 15, 2025 at 4:04 PM
🏃‍♂️ Support Children’s Cancer North at the Edinburgh Marathon or Half Marathon on 24 May 2026.

Open to all levels, challenge yourself and help children affected by cancer in the North East & Cumbria. Secure your spot for an unforgettable run! 🏅

Register: loom.ly/3TW3FJo
December 11, 2025 at 2:41 PM
With Christmas only a few weeks away, this is your last chance to grab some unique festive gifts! Cards, tea towels, baubles & more created with For The Love Of The North & talented local artists 🎁

Order before our shop closes on 17th Dec 🎅
https://loom.ly/MMn3PT0
December 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
🙌 Thanks to your extraordinary generosity, we've surpassed our £30,000 target during our Big Give #ChristmasChallenge!

Over 45 families affected by childhood cancer from across the North East & Cumbria will get to enjoy unforgettable moments together at Center Parcs in 2026 🧡
December 9, 2025 at 12:01 PM
What an incredible day we shared at Mulligan’s Mini Golf! 🏌️‍♀️

Thanks to our amazing donors and fundraisers, the 9–12 year olds from Wards 4 & 14 at Great North Children’s Hospital enjoyed the most memorable Christmas party! 🎅

Check out the festive highlights below! 🎄🎉
December 8, 2025 at 4:05 PM
⏳ There's only 24 hours left to double your donations to Children's Cancer North!

Help us give families facing childhood cancer a much-needed escape and chance to make memories far from hospital rooms and treatment routines 🧡

Double your impact today - https://loom.ly/G5zGm00
December 8, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Childhood cancer affects the entire family, especially siblings who can often feel overlooked whilst focus is on the child receiving treatment.

Help us provide family breaks to create laughter, fun & precious memories for those in the toughest of times 🧡 https://loom.ly/G5zGm00
December 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM
This week, we aim to raise £30,000 to give >45 families affected by childhood cancer a much-needed break 🧡 Every donation counts and with Big Give's #ChristmasChallenge, your gift is DOUBLED until 12pm 9 Dec 🙌

Double your impact today! 👉 https://loom.ly/G5zGm00
December 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Make a festive impact with Children's Cancer North! 🎄

Nominate us by Dec 15 in the #MovementForGood prize draw and we could win £1,000! Every nomination boosts our chances, so spread the word and help us continue to support children with cancer 🧡

👉 https://loom.ly/A6eSR4Y
December 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Time for family matters! Share your favourite way to spend #CCNFamily time with your loved ones in the comments 🧡

You can help gift families facing childhood cancer precious time together through our Family Breaks Fund. Double your donation until 9th Dec https://loom.ly/G5zGm00
December 5, 2025 at 3:31 PM
We’re halfway through Big Give's #ChristmasChallenge and have already raised over £16k! Thanks to everyone who’s donated so far, we're over halfway to our £30,000 goal 🎉

Double your donation before 12pm 9th Dec and support families facing childhood cancer https://loom.ly/G5zGm00
December 5, 2025 at 11:35 AM
The Big Give #ChristmasChallenge is here, but what exactly is it? For 1 week, your donations to our cause are matched by champion funders, automatically turning £1 into £2! 🧡

Your support helps families facing childhood cancer, double your impact today 👉 https://loom.ly/G5zGm00
December 4, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Help us bring joy to families facing childhood cancer. 🧡 Support our Big Give #ChristmasChallenge & every donation before midday Dec 9th will be doubled! With your help, >45 families can enjoy a break at Center Parcs in 2026.

Help make twice the impact: https://loom.ly/G5zGm00
December 3, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Our @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge starts today! Help us raise £30,000 to give >45 families affected by childhood cancer in the North East & Cumbria a much-needed respite break in 2026 🧡

Donate & make twice the impact: https://loom.ly/G5zGm00
December 2, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Huge thanks to Mandy & all who made the Little Treasures pop-up at Intro HQ a success! An amazing £2,005 was raised for Children’s Cancer North. We're so grateful to everyone who volunteered, donated, or visited. Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas & a wonderful New Year! 🧡🎄
December 1, 2025 at 4:45 PM