We recently hosted a very special public event on Immunotherapy in partnership with the Irish Society of Immunotherapy, and we are excited to share the highlights with you. Held on August 31st, the event brought together global experts to discuss the future of immunotherapy in cancer treatment.
The event featured inspiring panel interviews and a dynamic Q&A session with members of the public, world-renowned scientists, physicians, and researchers.
One of the event's highlights was a talk from Dr. James P. Allison, Nobel Prize winner, whose pioneering work has transformed cancer immunotherapy.
In case you were unable to attend or would like to revisit the discussions the full event was recorded. You can watch back at your convenience by clicking on the video below.
Feel free to share it with anyone who might be interested - we hope you enjoy the insights from these leading experts and thank you, as always, for your continued support.
Watch the full event here
ANNUAL COLLECTION DAY
As September draws to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who supported our Annual Street Collection Days across the country - you turned out in your droves to lend your support.
To the volunteers from schools, local community groups, Breakthrough-funded researchers, corporate partners, and families and friends - we are deeply grateful for your time, energy, and dedication. You are the heartbeat of our mission and your support is truly humbling.
A special thank you to everyone who donated so generously and to those who shared their own cancer stories with us. Your kindness and courage fuel the vital cancer research we invest in, bringing us closer to the breakthroughs that save lives.
We are sincerely grateful for your unwavering support. Together, we will make more survivors.
JOIN US FOR OUR WINTER BALL
Get ready for a night of glitz and glamour! We are thrilled to invite you to the Breakthrough Cancer Research Winter Ball, taking place on Friday, 8th November 2024 at the stunning Fota Island Resort. This spectacular evening promises to be an unforgettable experience, all in support of life-saving cancer research.
The Highlights:
Arrival Drinks Reception: Start the evening with a warm and stylish welcome.
Fantastic Prizes: Enter to win incredible prizes throughout the night.
Four-Course Gourmet Meal: Savour a delicious meal curated by the renowned chefs at Fota Island Resort.
Live Entertainment & Dancing: Enjoy fantastic entertainment and dance the night away with The Pat Fitz Band!
Tickets are €175 per person and can be booked here or by calling 021 422 6655.
Don't miss out, get your tickets now and look forward to this incredible night.
WE'RE OVER THE MOON!
We are absolutely delighted to share that we’ve been shortlisted as finalists in three categories for the 2024 Charity’s Excellence Awards: Charity of the Year, Fundraising Team of the Year, and Finance Team of the Year!
Being recognised among so many incredible charities is truly an honour. It’s such a privilege to be in the company of such inspiring organisations.
But we need your help to go even further!
We’re in the running for the People’s Choice Award, and your vote could make all the difference. If you believe in the work we do and the impact we’re striving to make, we would be incredibly grateful for your support. Please take a moment to cast your vote for us. Your belief in us and our mission means the world. Together, we can reach this incredible milestone!
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! 💙
FREE WILL SERVICE
Writing or amending your Will need not be difficult or expensive. We are now a charity partner of FreeWill Ireland and can offer a Free Will Service for our supporters and their partners. You can create a simple Will, free of charge, using an online Will writing service.
Having a Will ensures that what you own goes directly to the people and causes you care most about.
Breakthrough Cancer Research already receive €1 in €10 of our donations from gift left in Wills.
If, like many of our supporters, you have already chosen to remember Breakthrough Cancer Research in your Will, we are honoured and want to say a heartfelt thank you.
As you may know, Breakthrough Cancer Research is 100% funded by the incredible generosity of people like you - we don’t receive any guaranteed government funding.
Every year, on January 1st, we start from zero, which can feel like a daunting climb. But this year, during August and September, many of you chose to join us on that climb - literally - as we organised two hiking events: the Hike to 40KM challenge throughout August and a hike of Carrauntoohil, Ireland’s highest mountain, on September 22nd.
Yet again, you did not disappoint!
Over 600 of you joined the Hike to 40KM Facebook group, and a further 60 braved a misty Carrauntoohil last Saturday.
To say your determination, drive, and commitment astound us would be an understatement! Thanks to your efforts, we’ve raised nearly €100,000 through these two events alone.
As the blisters fade and and the sore muscles heal, we hope you’ll remember the incredible difference you’ve made. Your contribution is invaluable to the research we fund, helping to bring hope to people with cancer. We are deeply grateful for your support, and the impact it will have on the lives of so many people in our communities.
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