The Christie Charity

As part of the celebration of Mani's life, we would like to take the opportunity to raise funds for a cause close to his heart.

Over the last few years Mani and his late wife Imelda supported the Christie through various fundraising efforts. The Christie provided care and support to Imelda throughout her treatment.

More information about The Christie Charity: The Christie Charity supports Cancer research, care and treatment above and beyond that which the NHS provides.

Im running the London marathon on the 26th of April 2026 for Christie’s.

I’m raising money to benefit The Christie Charity, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution.

More information about The Christie Charity: The Christie Charity supports Cancer research, care and treatment above and beyond that which the NHS provides.

Hi everyone, my name is John Harry Jenkins. Last year, I was admitted to hospital after over a year of unexplained severe weight loss, declining vision and vomiting daily, culminating in me collapsing in a restaurant with my family.

I was diagnosed with 2 germinoma brain tumours- one on my pituitary gland and the other on my pineal gland. These tumours are most prevalent in young adults.

Christie Hospice saved my life with both chemotherapy and cutting edge proton beam therapy which is only available in 2 UK hospitals.

I am raising funds for the Christie Hospice because the work that they do is truly lifesaving. The way they make you feel comfortable and the way that they don’t see you as a patient but as a person is totally unique.

On the weekend commencing the 21st March, I will be climbing Snowdon in Wales and Scafell Pike in The Lake District in the same day to raise funds for the charity.

Any donations towards my target would be absolutely appreciated. My friends have lost parents to cancer and together, along with other staff at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service who are fundraising, we hope to make a massive difference.

All donations to my fundraiser will be sent directly to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, where they will be used to support the continued development of life-saving treatments and ongoing improvements to the hospital’s facilities

Walking for Breast Cancer

Awareness

Why I'm Doing This

This walk is deeply personal to me. I am taking on the challenge of walking from London to Manchester in support of breast cancer awareness, inspired by a close friend who has faced breast cancer with incredible strength, courage, and determination.

Watching someone you care about go through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery changes you. It highlights not only how common breast cancer is, but also how vital early detection, ongoing research, and emotional support are for those affected and their families.

This walk is my way of showing support for my friend and for the thousands of people who face breast cancer every year.

The Challenge

• Route: London to Manchester

• Distance: Approximately 200 miles

(320 km)

Duration: 8 days

• Start Date: 1st September 2026

This will be a demanding physical and mental challenge, but every step will be taken with purpose — to raise awareness, spark conversations, and help fund vital breast cancer initiatives.

What Your Support Means

All funds raised will go towards breast cancer awareness and support, helping to:

• Promote early detection and screening

• Support those undergoing treatment and recovery

• Fund research into prevention, treatment, and cures

• Provide education and resources for individuals and families

Every donation, no matter the size, makes a real difference.

How You Can Help

• Donate if you're able — every pound truly counts

• Share this page to help spread awareness

• Leave a message of encouragement - it will mean a lot during the walk

If this page helps even one person check themselves, attend a screening, or feel less alone, then this journey will be worth it.

Thank You

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story and for supporting this cause. Together, we can help raise awareness, fund crucial work, and show solidarity with everyone affected By breast cancer .

Thank you

Mark Goldstone

Want to join me in making a difference? I’m raising money to benefit The Christie Charity, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about The Christie Charity: The Christie Charity supports Cancer research, care and treatment above and beyond that which the NHS provides.

Want to join me in making a difference? I’m raising money to benefit The Christie Charity, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about The Christie Charity: The Christie Charity supports Cancer research, care and treatment above and beyond that which the NHS provides.

2026 will mark 10 years since we lost our good friend Luke Willacy from a rare form of liver cancer. Luke and his family received fantastic support from The Christie and we know how vital their care is.

We unfortunately have had other friends and colleagues over the last few years that have received treatment at the Christie as well so we've set ourselves a big challenge to raise so big ££ monies!

We have spent over a decade doing the Keswick to Barrow (40miles) in Cumbria to raise vital funds for The Christie and other cancer charities with our Cool Runnings team raising over £90k in that time!

To mark 10 years since Luke's passing we wanted to go even further and push our unfit, ageing and knackered bodies by doing three ultra marathons in three days! Covering the distance from the Christie in Manchester all the way back to Luke's hometown of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria.

111 miles in 3 days!!

We are planning this for the August Bank Holiday weekend 2026 and we would love to raise £11,000 for this 111 Mile epic challenge.

We appreciate any donation and thank you in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to us and continues to help so many.

More information about The Christie Charity: The Christie Charity supports Cancer research, care and treatment above and beyond that which the NHS provides.

Run, Forrest! Run!

This year I’ve decided to run the Manchester Marathon IN A SUIT to raise money for The Christie Charity.

This decision comes with its own challenges - it’s my first road marathon ever. I’ve also never ran in a suit before and lastly I’ve set myself the goal to run it in under 3 hours!

If all this sounds a bit mad to you then can you imagine how tirelessly the Christie staff must work day in day out to maintain a standard of care so high that it is widely regarded as one of the leading cancer hospitals in the UK and beyond.

The Christie has had a big impact in my life, I’ve had a number of close friends and family who have received life saving treatments there. As cancer is something that unfortunately touches us all, I’m asking for your help in raising a whopping £2k to help this incredible hospital continue with its work.

thanks in advance!

wish me luck,

George x

Hello My name is Shannon,

Im running the Manchester marathon 2026 on the 19th April.

My reasons for running the Marathon on behalf of The Christie in memory of two amazing women, best friends mum Tracy who passed away in September 2024 & also in memory of my cousins Fiancé Nikky who passed away in May 2025.

This charity is really close to not just my heart but so many peoples families across Manchester and beyond who are dealing with cancer on all different stages, providing the best & most comfortable care for those in the last stages of life to prolonging others.

People with cancer deserve the best chance at fighting this horrible disease and the The Christie fight this fight on a daily basis so please help me raise as much money as possible.

Id Like to thank everyone who donates and supports me and The Christie on this journey.

& wish me luck for the 19th April i will need it.

In April I’ll be running the Manchester Marathon for the same incredible cause, The Christie.

I’m doing this run for my strong, amazing, and beautiful mum. The Christie has done incredible work for my family, playing a huge part in saving her life, and they continue to support so many others facing cancer every single day.

As many people may know, The Christie is an amazing charity that supports people and families going through cancer treatment. They were nothing but supportive throughout my mum’s entire cancer journey, and I will always be beyond grateful for everything they did for us.

Any donation would be hugely appreciated, and I am so proud to be running for a cause that helps so many people every single day.

Thank you so much for your support

On Saturday 7th February, Cora will be taking on a huge challenge by run-walk 5km around Salford Quays to raise money for The Christie Hospital . For such a small person, this is a big effort -and she’s doing it to help support the life-saving care, research and compassion The Christie gives to so many families, including our own, every day. Every donation, no matter how small, will help make a real difference and will mean the world to us as we completes her 5k. Please support her incredible effort by donating and cheering her on via GoFundMe ✨