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Get involved

From fundraising to volunteering, there are lots of ways you can get involved and support Cancer Research UK.

Ways to get involved

Nearly 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime

. Whether you give your time, energy or donations, all of us can support the research that will beat cancer.

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Find an event

Take on a challenge and raise vital funds for cancer research. From running to cycling, we have events across the UK.

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Volunteer with us

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

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Do your own fundraising

Whether you're full of ideas or looking for inspiration, get everything you need to make your fundraising a success.

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Leave a gift in your Will

Find out how to pledge a legacy gift and help us protect the people you love for generations to come.

You donate. We discover.

In the UK, someone is diagnosed with cancer every two minutes. Your donations help support over 4,000 researchers, clinicians and nurses to transform how we prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, bringing hope to millions.

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Other ways you can get involved

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Campaign for change

Become an E-campaigner or Campaigns Ambassador and help persuade politicians to support better cancer policies.

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Shop with us

Find your local Cancer Research UK shop or visit one of our online marketplaces.

Opportunities for people affected by cancer

We involve people affected by cancer in our work to ensure we’re meet the needs of patients, their families and loved ones.

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Join our Involvement Network

Help shape our work, guide projects and make a difference to the lives of others facing cancer.

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Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People

Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People is the part of Cancer Research UK dedicated to supporting research into cancers affecting 0-24-year-olds. Learn more about our world-leading research and ways to get involved. 

Opportunities for businesses, charities and not-for-profits

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Become a partner

Learn about our corporate partnership programme and the ways we can work together.

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