Our mission is to ensure that
no child faces cancer alone.

Cancer Fund for Children is here for children and young people diagnosed with cancer or living with a parent with cancer. We offer support to families in their home, in the community, on the hospital ward and at Daisy Lodge.

1500+

Over 1,500 children & young people supported every year.

450+

Over 450 therapeutic short breaks provided every year.

95%

Of families said they could manage cancer better.

West of Ireland Women's Mini Marathon

Take on the 10km course in Ballina, Co. Mayo while raising vital funds for children and young people living with cancer across the island of Ireland. Register as an individual, with friends and family, or as a team of colleagues from your workplace.

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Help ensure children and young people don't have to face cancer alone

We’re here for children and young people diagnosed with cancer, or living with a parent diagnosed with cancer.

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Colleen's Story

Colleen from Belaghy, Co. Derry was diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2022. She is sharing her story to raise awareness of the impact of cancer and the importance of our services.

Sophie 's Story

Sophie's Story

Sophie (12) was diagnosed with hodgkin’s lymphoma in February 2023. She is sharing her story on International Childhood Cancer Day to help raise awareness of childhood cancer.

Cancer Fund for Children is a registered charity in Ireland (20142681), CHY 21682 and in Northern Ireland (NIC100532). Northern Ireland company number NIO49930, Ireland Company number 590462. Registered office Curlew Pavilion, Portside Business Park, Airport Road West, Belfast, BT3 9ED. Registered office in Ireland, 38 Upper Mount Street, Dublin, D02 PR89, Ireland

Our mission is to ensure that no child faces cancer alone.

Our mission is to ensure that
no child faces cancer alone.