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Together we are beating cancer.

We’re the world’s leading cancer charity, dedicated to saving and improving lives with our research.

Ways to support our vital research

We carry out research into more than 200 types of cancer. Whether you donate, fundraise or volunteer, every effort supports life-saving research.

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Get involved

Fundraise, leave a gift in your will or take part in an event - just some of the ways you can support us.

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Volunteer with us

Meet new people, develop your skills, and help change lives. Our volunteers make progress possible.

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Do your own fundraising

From bake sales to bingo, fundraise your way. We’ve got lots of resources to help you.

You donate. We discover.

Over the past 50 years, our work has helped double cancer survival in the UK.

We're here to support you

Our trusted information is used by millions of people every week. Find the answers you need.

More than 8 in 10 people

Who receive cancer drugs in the UK receive a drug developed by or with us.

The research that could change everything

Over 4,000 scientists, doctors and nurses are carrying out research that could save and improve millions of people affected by cancer.

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The power of our science

We’re helping to change how cancer is prevented, detected, and treated. Discover the breakthroughs that are making a real difference.

What's new?

From events to campaigns or policy, find out what’s currently happening at Cancer Research UK

Krishnan Guru-Murthy, Rosie Jones, Jessie J and Meera Syal, urge you to check if you're eligible for screening in the UK.

Stand Up To Cancer screening checker

Easily find out if you're eligible for any NHS and PHA cancer screening programmes. Launched by Stand Up To Cancer, this nationwide screening checker also gives helpful advice on screening processes.

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Take on Big Hike 2026

Choose a 10k, half marathon or full marathon at one of seven stunning locations across the UK. Walk, ramble or stride through beautiful countryside, from woodlands and villages to wide open grasslands, with full support along the way.

CRUK Shine event London 2023.

Get 20% off Shine Night Walk entry

Step towards a brighter future with our supported night-time walks. Choose your challenge: 10k, half marathon or full marathon. Get 30% off entry now using code SNWFEB26.


Our fundraising brands

The colourful logo for Cancer Research UK's Race for Life events.
The punchy orange, black and red Stand Up to Cancer logo.
The purple and clean Bowel Babe Fund logo - a legacy to Dame Deborah James.
The Bobby Moore Fund logo. Set up to tackle bowel cancer in memory of Bobby More OBE.