Fundraising advice and inspiration

There’s nothing quite like running a marathon – it’s just magic!

We are grateful to each and every one of our Curestarters who decide to fundraise on our behalf. Your support means we can fund some of the world’s greatest scientists and start new cures that will one day end cancer. Meet Jude, one of our Curestarters taking part in the 2022 London Marathon

I think that running was my saving grace in lockdown, like exercise was for many people.

At the very start of my running journey back in 2009, I couldn't run the length of my street but decided I would follow a 16-week program for my first 5km race, and have since fallen in love with it.

There's such a buzz at a marathon. You're surrounded by a bunch of people all supporting each other - it's incredible. The whole ethos of running is to keep going and put one step in front of the other, just like the research process.

Cancer has affected my family and friends - there have been some very sad stories but also some wonderful stories of people beating the disease. So raising money for cancer research has always been important to me and I'm so glad I've taken the time to discover Worldwide Cancer Research’s mission to end cancer by starting cures.

I’m looking forward to the big day, so much so that I’ve deliberately chosen bright pink running shoes to go alongside my yellow and pink WCR running top so everyone can spot me!

We are so grateful to all of our incredible Curestarters, like Jude, who fundraise tirelessly to support ground-breaking research. By starting new cures we will reach a day when no life is cut short by cancer. Will you join our united effort today?

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A smiling Sian looking directly at the camera wearing a hot pink running top and her medal for finishing the Brighton Marathon
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Five tips for loving your run (not just finishing it)
Five tips for loving your run (not just finishing it)
Victoria Robb and Matilda smile while sitting in a field surrounded by yellow flowers Matilda is holding a doll
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Five fundraising tips from a Worldwide Cancer Research supporter
Five fundraising tips from a Worldwide Cancer Research supporter
Fundraising advice and inspiration
I'm running my 12th marathon for my sister and everyone affected by cancer
I'm running my 12th marathon for my sister and everyone affected by cancer

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Every penny counts when it comes to new cures

By fundraising for us, you are funding the world-class scientists working hard to find new ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer. 

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Challenge yourself and we will challenge cancer

However you participate, you will be raising funds for vital research. Join Team Curestarter and one of our upcoming events and take another step towards a day when no life is cut short by cancer.

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