Hi, my name is GM Danny Gormally and I am a friend of Jonathan Hawkins who is a former British chess champion and chess Grandmaster. Unfortunately Jonathan is currently facing a battle with cancer. He was recently diagnosed with Neuro endocrine cancer, large cell, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. The original diagnosis of Adenocarcinoma has mutated, so Jonathan has to start a new course of chemotherapy, the outcome of which is unpredictable at this time. Jonathan's future lies in the balance.

This situation has resulted in a complete loss of income for Jonathan and his partner Angela Eyton, who has been caring for him during his illness. After his successful career as a chess player, Jonathan helped many of England's best young chess players to improve and succeed at chess, in his second career as a chess coach. However, he is no longer able to pursue this career due to the challenges faced by his battle with cancer.

Jonathan needs funds to help cover his bills and help replace the lost income. Any help would be very gratefully received by Jonathan and his partner Angela.