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Fundraise for Brain Tumour Support

Ways to fundraise for Brain Tumour Support

Whether you take on a challenge, fundraise with others or create something of your own, every action helps ensure people affected by a brain tumour receive support when they need it most.

From community events to iconic challenges, there are many ways to get involved — whatever feels right for you.

How your fundraising helps

Every pound raised helps fund counselling, support groups and practical guidance for people affected by brain tumours and their families.

Your support ensures no one has to navigate diagnosis, treatment or life beyond alone.

“Brain Tumour Support helped us through the most frightening time of our lives. Knowing someone was there to listen and guide us made all the difference.”

Because of supporters like you, families can access free, personalised support whenever it’s needed most.

Our featured fundraising opportunities

Whether you want to walk, play or take on an iconic challenge, these are some of the biggest ways you can support Brain Tumour Support this year.

Walk for Support

Walk in memory. Walk in support. Walk your way.

Walk anywhere, at your own pace, on a day that suits you. Every step helps ensure no one faces a brain tumour diagnosis alone.

Take part in Walk for Support

Skydive

Skydive for Brain Tumour Support

Try a tandem jump and you can have the chance to skydive for Brain Tumour Support at any time throughout the year, without any previous knowledge of skydiving.

Find out about skydives

More ways to fundraise

There’s no single way to support Brain Tumour Support. Whether you join an organised event, celebrate a special moment, or create something entirely your own, you can fundraise in a way that feels right for you.

Fundraising events

Take on a challenge together

Join one of our organised events, from runs and walks to cycling and challenge experiences. Achieve something personal while helping fund vital support for families affected by brain tumours.

Browse fundraising events

Fundraise in celebration

Celebrate and give back

Mark a birthday, anniversary or special milestone by asking for donations instead of gifts. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate while helping others access support when they need it most.

Fundraise in celebration

Fundraise at work

Bring colleagues together

From office challenges to dress-down days and matched giving, workplace fundraising is a powerful way to make a collective impact while building team spirit.

Fundraise with your workplace

Fundraise at school

Get schools and young people involved

Schools, colleges and youth groups can take part through fun activities like sponsored events, bake sales or non-uniform days — helping young people make a positive difference.

Fundraise at your school

Fundraise your way

Create something personal

Have your own fundraising idea? From community events to personal challenges, you can design something that reflects what matters most to you.

Start your own fundraiser

Champion Fund

Support us long-term

Create a Champion Fund to raise money and awareness over time. Ideal if you’d like to support Brain Tumour Support in a more personal and ongoing way.

Set up a Champion Fund

Everything you need to fundraise with confidence

Ideas, tools and practical guidance in one place

Whether you’re just getting started or already planning your fundraiser, we’ve created practical resources to support you at every stage.

From fundraising ideas and downloadable materials to paying in your money and frequently asked questions, everything is designed to make your experience simple and rewarding.

Our fundraising team is here to help you feel confident, supported and ready to make a real difference.

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More ways to make an impact

Fundraising is just one way to support Brain Tumour Support. You can also raise awareness, honour someone special, or take part in flexible activities that help ensure no one faces a brain tumour diagnosis alone.

Brain Tumour Awareness Month

More ways to make an impact

Each March, Brain Tumour Awareness Month brings people together across the UK to highlight the hidden impact of brain tumours. By sharing stories and starting conversations, you help ensure experiences are seen, understood and supported.

Explore Brain Tumour Awareness Month

Stars for Support

Honour someone special

Dedicate a star in memory or celebration of someone you love. Each tribute creates a lasting symbol of hope while helping fund vital emotional and practical support for families affected by brain tumours.

Dedicate a star

Anytime events

Support us your way

Host a coffee morning, organise an Open Garden, or plan something completely your own. Anytime events give you the flexibility to support Brain Tumour Support in a way that fits around your life.

Discover anytime events

See our upcoming events

30 October 2026 6 November @ 12:00 pm - 6 November @ 1:00 pm

Support group | High grade family and friends group

This online support group is run by our Support Professionals for anyone supporting someone with a grade 3 or grade 4 brain tumour.

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29 September 2026 6 November @ 2:00 pm - 6 November @ 3:30 pm

Face-to-face regional group | Cardiff

These regular face-to-face regional support groups held in Cardiff provide a safe space for those who have a brain tumour to connect with others.

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13 July 2026 7 November

South Downs Hiking Trail 2026

Take on the South Downs Hiking Trail 2026 Experience the beauty of the South Downs National Park while taking on an unforgettable hiking challenge in support of people affected by brain tumours. Starting at the stunning Goodwood Estate, the South…

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