Real Stories, Real Impact
Our people and their stories are at the heart of what we do. Here is a selection of inspirational stories and case studies to show the incredible difference your support makes.
Velindre President Jonathan Davies OBE named in King’s New Year’s Honours List.
I feel deeply privileged and proud to be recognised in the New Year’s Honour’s List, especially as it relates to a cause so close to my heart. “On behalf of all at…
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Central Roofing: Charity of the Year Partnership
This partnership means a great deal to us, as many of our team members have had close family or friends cared for by the Velindre Cancer Centre. “We chose to partner with…
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Gavin and Stacey Victory Over Cancer Walk 2025
Cracking Day, Cracking Cause: Gavin & Stacey Fans Step Up for Cancer Barry Island was buzzing with energy as over 100 enthusiastic participants join us on the Gavin and Stacey Victory Over…
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Record breaking year at Cardiff Half Marathon!
Cardiff Half Marathon was nothing short of spectacular. With over 29,000 runners flooding the streets of the Welsh capital, the city came alive with lots of energy and community spirit. The atmosphere…
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330 Cyclists Ride from Cardiff to Swansea in Support of Wales’s Leading Cancer Centres
On Sunday, 17th August, under glorious sunshine, 330 cyclists came together for a powerful cause, cycling 50 miles from Cardiff City Stadium to Bracelet Bay, Swansea to raising over £48,000 for two…
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Velindre’s fundraisers completed the extraordinary Alcatraz swim!
We’re thrilled to announce that our team of 26 swimmers completed the 2-mile swimming challenge from Alcatraz Prison to Crissy Field Beach on 19th May 2025. Conditions were challenging, but our incredible…
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October’s Fundraising Wrap Up
October has come to a close, and what a busy month it has been.…
September’s Fundraising Wrap Up
September is almost over – and we’ve been busy than ever! Our fundraisers have…
August’s Fundraising Wrap Up
Summer is coming to end – but there’s no stopping our amazing group of…
July’s Fundraising Wrap Up
It’s been another scorcher of a month – and our fundraisers have kept the…
Craig Maxwell’s fundraising legacy comes full circle with major investment in QuicDNA Max
More than £411,000 raised by Craig Maxwell and supporters across Wales will fund the…
Step Into The Magic: Our First Show Cancer the V was a Huge Success!
We spent lots of hours in the Hospital of Hope… and we just wanted…
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Our Story Capture service is a space for patients, relatives, staff and supporters to share their journeys with our charity. Your words have the power to uplift others who may be walking a similar path and offer hope and comfort in challenging times.
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