Established in August 2017 after six year old Bradley Lowery, lost his fight to Stage 4 High Risk Neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer.
Why was the charity founded?
In 2013, his mum, Gemma, started a fundraising campaign to raise funds to get Bradley treatment in the USA, which was not available in the UK. The campaign was very successful and with the support off thousands of people, raised over £1.3m, as well as vital awareness for Neuroblastoma and childhood cancer in general. And these donations, provided the funding base for the charity.
Which area do you cover?
England and Wales. What type of fundraising events do you have? We hold lots of different events, from Gala Balls, talent shows, and lots of football events, and supermarket bag packs.
What have been your proudest moments so far?
We have lots of proud moments, when we have a supported child hit their fundraising target and access the treatment or equipment they need, it really does make us feel so proud, that all the hard work has paid off.
Who are your main trustees and patrons?
Trustees Gemma Lowery, Lynn Murphy, Phil Empson, Pam Thirlaway, Rebecca Harbron-Gray. Patrons Jermain Defoe.
What are you currently working on?
One of our main objects is a luxury holiday home, for families to make much needed memories, the holiday home will be situated in Scarborough, and will have 5 double bedrooms, so that all family and friends can enjoy their time together.
What does the future hold?
We campaign for better, safer treatments to be made available on the NHS, we do this by funding vital research here in the UK. We have pledged over £200k into Neuroblastoma research, and a further £50k into all childhood cancers, where 100% of the funds raised go direct to the scientific team carrying out the vita research.
How do you get involved?
The Bradley Lowery Foundation rely solely on the donations from our wonderful volunteers. So if you would like to hold your own fundraising event, or need support with an event you are hosting, email contact@bradleyloweryfoundation.com. We also like to work closely with businesses up and down the UK, we offer a lucrative sponsorship package based on the needs of your business. So please get in touch with Lynn at lynn@ bradleyloweryfoundation.com to find out how we can work together, to create a brighter future for the children.
