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Engineer Donates $750 Bonus to Cancer Research After Wife's Recovery
Community HeroesMay 19

Engineer Donates $750 Bonus to Cancer Research After Wife's Recovery

A Scottish electrician gave his entire holiday bonus to Cancer Research UK after his wife beat breast cancer. His selfless act earned him a personal thank-you letter from Parliament.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Worcester Man Beats Cancer Twice, Heart Attack, Loses 200 Pounds
Health & WellnessFeb 18

Worcester Man Beats Cancer Twice, Heart Attack, Loses 200 Pounds

After two cancer relapses, a heart attack, and having to relearn how to walk, supermarket manager Sheldon Donovan transformed his life by losing half his body weight and becoming a runner. Now he's opening a new Cancer Research UK store to help others get their own second chances.

Google News - Cancer Survivor3 min read
Queen's Pageant Master Auctions Royal Items for Cancer Research
Acts of KindnessFeb 11

Queen's Pageant Master Auctions Royal Items for Cancer Research

Bruno Peek, who served as Queen Elizabeth II's pageant master for 40 years, is auctioning six historic royal ceremonial items to raise money for Cancer Research UK. The collection includes torches and artifacts from milestone celebrations expected to fetch up to £180,000 total.

Independent UK - Good News3 min read
Cancer Survivor Rows Pacific to Prove She's Stronger Than Ever
Community HeroesFeb 5

Cancer Survivor Rows Pacific to Prove She's Stronger Than Ever

After beating bowel cancer and losing her father during chemotherapy, 49-year-old Felicity Ashley is preparing to row 2,400 miles across the Pacific Ocean. She and two teammates who've also faced cancer will tackle the world's largest ocean to raise £100,000 for Cancer Research UK.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read