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A child and two adults, wearing charity T-shirts, pose on a running track. Robert, one of the adults, holds a megaphone, ready to cheer them on in the paddy race.

Young Ché Duffy is cheering on his Dad Paddy and his running mate Robert Armstrong. Paddy and Robert have begun

Aerial view of a cityscape featuring tall skyscrapers and a river. Heavy traffic on a bridge. Overcast sky.

I attended the International Symposium of Paediatric Neuro-oncology (ISPNO) Conference which took place in Liverpool, last June. This was a

A group of six people in white shirts stand outside Laverys, holding a sign that reads, "Good Luck Laverys! The Children's Cancer Unit Charity." Their fundraising efforts are well underway.

The fundraising for 2018 is well underway already! The staff at Laverys Bar are supporting the work of the Unit

Two women wearing race medals pose happily with a child in a green coat, proudly standing before a chain-link fence near a sports area after completing their New Year's resolution to raise funds for charity.

Most of us set a New Year resolutions of being fitter, happier and more active so why not help keep

A large group of people, capturing cherished memories, wearing rain ponchos pose in front of a castle at a theme park on a cloudy day.

Head over to our Facebook page and have a look at the video of our recent trip to Disney. Thanks

Santa, with a basketball-toting reindeer, stands by a donation bucket. Text details Santa's Grotto hours at the Belfast Christmas Market from November 18 to December 23, supporting The Children's Cancer Unit Charity.

Please support our Grotto at the Belfast Christmas Market. The Grotto is open Monday – Wednesday from 3pm – 6pm,

Logo of the Belfast Classic Basketball Hall of Fame, featuring a stylized basketball and the inspirational text "Sport Changes Life.

Friends, thanks to a generous donor we are able to offer families of our cancer patients – those who are

Michaela O'Kane, a proud graduate in cap and gown, stands beaming in front of the Coventry University building.

Congratulations Michaela O’Kane! We were delighted to support Michaela in her studies and yesterday she graduated from Coventry University in

Join in the Christmas spirit by volunteering as an elf for The Children's Cancer Unit Charity at the Belfast Christmas Market. Help spread joy and cheer to all. For more details, contact us or visit our website today!

WE NEED YOUR HELP! Do you love Christmas as much as we do at CCUC? Do you think you would

A group of cheerful children and an adult gather in a room. One child cuts a blue ribbon with scissors while others smile, and two kids wear boxing gloves, supporting their friends in the new children's cancer care facility.

Families, patients and staff gathered at the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children today to officially open two brand new

Two children with medical devices stand together, symbolizing their different journeys. Text promotes support for the Children's Cancer Unit Charity as part of the CCUC Campaign. Contact details and donation information are provided.

You may have spotted some very brave Cancer Unit patients across Northern Ireland who feature on our new billboard posters.

A group of young adults stands outside a building with large windows. Two men in suits stand in front, while others in business attire are in the background.

Regional model financed entirely by charitable organisations providing £225,000 per annum A new service providing age appropriate clinical and psychosocial

Join us for a vibrant charity event, sponsored by Oasis Travel and Children's Cancer Unit Charity, offering 25 magical family vacations to Disneyland Paris. Save the date: 6th to 7th December. Experience Disney magic while making a difference!

We are so excited to announce that we are planning a trip to Disneyland Paris this December for some of

A young child with short red hair looks directly at the camera against a plain background, embodying the bravery often seen in those supported by children's cancer charities.

We recently launched our new film which highlights the work of the Children’s Cancer Unit and features families, children and

A group of adults and children gather around a vibrant yellow motorcycle numbered 3, outside The Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children, united in support of the Children's Cancer Unit, driven by shared goals and hope.

Northern Ireland Motorcycle stars, Gary Dunlop and Nikki Coates swapped gears for goals at Seaview Park as they captained football

A young person in a wheelchair proudly holds the RBS rugby trophy, surrounded by smiling individuals in casual and formal attire indoors, including Irish rugby legends visiting from the Children’s Cancer Unit.

Former Irish rugby internationals Stephen Ferris, Alan Quinlan and Luke Fitzgerald visited the Children’s Cancer Unit at Royal Belfast Hospital

A group of people wearing safety vests and hard hats from a Unit Charity stand next to an excavator. A child, supported by RBHSC, sits proudly in the driver’s seat. Two people hold a blueprint, symbolizing hope against children's cancer with plans for brighter futures.

New isolation rooms mean children can recover locally following treatment in England Construction work on two specialist isolation rooms which

Children in festive hats gather near Santa Claus in a room decorated with purple lights, relishing the magic of the Santa Trail at Belfast Activity Centre.

We were delighted to host some special children and their families at Belfast Activity Centre where they got to meet

Children enjoying a charity ride sit with Santa in a festive sleigh, pulled by a majestic reindeer adorned with antlers, while smiling onlookers cheer in the background.

Children receiving treatment at the Children’s Cancer Unit at the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children were greeted by Santa

A group of four people stands outside Belfast City Airport, holding teddy bears and a charity sign, spreading holiday cheer by delivering Christmas gifts to children with cancer.

Christmas holiday-makers and commuters passing through George Best Belfast City Airport are being urged to ‘Buy a Bear’ this festive

A group proudly holds a large check for £89,123.50 made out to "The Children’s Cancer Unit Charity," with Ulster Bank and Cash for Kids banners perfectly highlighting the charitable spirit in the background.

We are delighted to have recently benefitted from a significant fundraising boost in the form of a grant from Northern

Hikers on a rocky mountain trail overlook a vast landscape of hills, valleys, and a lake under a cloudy sky, embracing the spirit of "Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.

Forty-two year-old father, husband and chef, Robert McClure, from Ballywalter, Co. Down, took up hiking three years ago after reading

Four women, beaming with joy, hold white balloons in a corridor beside a colorful abstract painting, celebrating the Youth Volunteer of the Year.

All-star fundraiser and volunteer Carla McErlean from Kilrea has been awarded All Ireland Youth Volunteer of the Year in the

Two women engage with a child playing with colorful tubes and toys, in front of a banner that reads "Your Money Matters" and "Children's Cancer Unit." The new arrival of multisensory toy boxes adds a vibrant touch to the Children's Cancer and Haematology Ward.

We are delighted to announce that almost £3000 – which you have helped raise – has been used to purchase

Three people in white shirts hold large teddy bears with red bows, standing in a decorated hall with arched ceilings and hanging lights, as part of the Teddies for Charity event dedicated to raising funds for a worthy cause.

Catlin Warke, Samantha McCarron and Jessica Mooney take a time-out at the Children’s Cancer Unit Charity’s Pearl Ball held recently

Two children run with balloons on a path, imagining themselves as tiny superheroes, followed by two people in robot costumes. Their playful journey is part of a vibrant fundraising event to support children's cancer research and bring hope to countless young warriors.

Lord Mayor, Arder Carson, has called on superheroes and princesses to swoop into the Falls Park next month for a

Join us at Falls Park for a Superhero Fun Day and Run on March 5, 2016, from 1-3 PM. Featuring children in superhero costumes, fun activities, and charity fundraising to raise money for the Children's Cancer Unit. Don your cape and be a hero for those who need it most!

Lord Mayor, Arder Carson, has called on superheroes and princesses to swoop into the Falls Park next month for a

Peark Ball

We’re delighted to announce that tickets for the Pearl Ball on March 12th are now available to purchase! This is

A colorful collage bursts with inspiration, featuring a vibrant mix of toys, tools, and abstract shapes on a rectangular canvas.

I am asked frequently why I do what I do. ‘Isn’t it very depressing…that’s a hard specialty.. why did you

A whimsical winter scene perfect for holiday cards, featuring a partridge in a pear tree, colorful birds, a snowy village, and rolling hills in the background.

The Children’s Cancer Unit Charity Christmas Cards now available! We’re delighted to announce that our wonderful Christmas cards are now

Family Stories​

Three people smile and pose holding a “Childhood Cancer Awareness Month” photo frame, with gold balloons and awareness organization logos highlighting Erin's Story in the background.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Erin’s Story

Danielle Smyth and a friend enjoy a quiet moment on a bench beside the iconic Paddington Bear statue, which holds a sandwich as if offering it to passersby. A vehicle hums in the background, adding to this picturesque scene that would make for a perfect Mother’s Day feature.

A Mother’s Day story with Danielle Smyth

McGrath family

Celebrating Mother’s Day with Nicola McGrath

Whether you have a question, need support, or want to learn more about our work, we’re here to assist you. Contact us today, and a member of our team will be in touch with you as soon as possible.

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