Our mission is that every young adult with cancer and their families and carers have the tools and support they need to live well and feel empowered

Being diagnosed with cancer often means life stops in its tracks.... We're here to help you feel in control, feel purpose, feel like you and feel empowered

latest news

London Marathon 2027 Waitlist is Live!

We’re delighted to have secured four charity places in the TCS London Marathon from 2026–2029! Our 2026 places are now full, but you can join the waitlist for 2027.

The Buccleuch Property Challenge raises an incredible £18,000

The Ella Dawson Foundation is proud to have been chosen as the charity partner for this year’s Buccleuch Property Challenge, where an incredible £18,000 was raised to support young people living with and beyond cancer.

Team Ella Raises Over £7,000 at the Great North Run for Young Adults with Cancer

Team Ella took on the iconic Great North Run with 10 incredible runners, raising over £7,000 to support young adults living with cancer.

events

Colour Ball 2026

SAVE THE DATE! Painting a brighter future for young adults with cancer.

Royal Parks Half Marathon

Sunday 12 October 2025 - The stunning 13.1-mile route takes in many of the capital’s world-famous landmarks on closed roads, and four of London’s eight Royal Parks – Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens.

Monthly Wellbeing Workshops

Our Monthly Wellbeing Workshops our here to provide support, information, and a place to meet other people going through similar. Each workshop has been chosen by young people with cancer themselves, and each month will be different.

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