Fundraising
Help us celebrate 40 years
Birthday gifts galore!
To celebrate Lymphoma Action’s birthday, our online shop has new gifts for you and your loved ones to purchase. Perhaps our forever tote bag will make it on your next shopping trip, our beautiful periwinkle jewellery (pictured) might catch your eye or maybe our super-powered running socks will see you fit for your next challenge? Head to our website to buy you or your special someone a gift and support us in our mission to make sure that no-one faces lymphoma alone.
Cause to celebrate!
Turn moments into meaning and celebrate your big milestones with us.
Whether you’re gathering your favourite people together or planning something special, we can help make your celebration more meaningful by showing support for people affected by lymphoma.
You can donate for your birthday, anniversary, wedding, remission celebration, or any other occasion. From donations instead of presents to organising a big bash, you can make your special moments matter for those who need it most.
When people know how much it means to you, you’ll be amazed how happy they are to mark your special occasion with a gift to Lymphoma Action to help people affected by lymphoma.
Visit our website for a free fundraising pack containing heaps of hints to help you start planning your celebration.
Continuing Roger’s legacy
20 years ago, Roger Counter retired to enjoy an active life in the Swiss Alps. Very sadly, his retirement was cut short when he was diagnosed with a rare form of Burkitt lymphoma and he passed away in 2007.
Roger’s partner, Richard, shares his memories.
“Roger had a great sense of fun and an innate sense of daring and adventure. A Bournemouth boy, he started messing about in small boats in Poole harbour before he was five. In his youth he crossed the Atlantic under sail several times in the most challenging seas.
Strength and determination were hallmarks of Roger’s character. His greatest test was being diagnosed with lymphoma. During chemotherapy, being confined to bed for long periods of time was difficult for him but it gave him time to think about what impression he might leave on the world.
Roger wanted to better understand his illness, and he cared deeply about ensuring that others facing lymphoma had access to reliable information, compassionate support and reassurance during an uncertain time.
As Roger thought about the future, he decided to make a lasting difference beyond his own lifetime. He chose to leave the bulk of his estate to organisations working to improve understanding, care and support for people affected by lymphoma. From that decision, the Roger Counter Foundation was born.
In the years since, Roger’s legacy has had an immense impact on Lymphoma Action’s work. Gifts from the Foundation have helped provide trusted information, emotional support and practical services to people affected by lymphoma, as well as improving awareness and education across the healthcare professional community.
Richard believes Roger would be deeply proud of the impact his legacy has had.
“Roger would be very proud that his legacy has given so much support for people living with lymphoma. It’s so important that we continue striving for awareness of lymphoma, earlier diagnosis and better treatments.
For my part, I’ve decided to pledge a gift in my own Will to Lymphoma Action. Leaving a legacy is a really practical thing you can do to help future generations – and for your loved ones to remember you by.
When thinking about the charities I could support, I chose those I have a strong connection with. I also looked at smaller organisations, like Lymphoma Action, as I believe gifts in Wills have a much bigger impact on their work and the people they help. From my long association with Lymphoma Action, I’m confident my future gift will be put to the best use.
As we celebrate 40 years of Lymphoma Action, legacies like Richard’s will help us be here for people affected by lymphoma for the next 40 years and beyond. We are so grateful to him, and every one of you who has chosen to pledge a gift in your Will. Together, you are helping to safeguard the future of our Charity and our community.
Remembering a charity in your Will
This is a personal decision, and there is no obligation to act now. If you would like to explore the idea in your own time, our Gifts in Wills guide is a helpful starting point: lymphoma-action.org.uk/Legacies
If you would prefer a confidential conversation or you have questions you’d like to ask, Deana would be very happy to help. You can contact her on 01296 619414 or email Legacies@lymphoma-action.org.uk
