The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the UK is proud to invite our Members, partners and friends to take part in the III Charity Run for CRIS Cancer Foundation.
On Wednesday 9th September, we will come together at Battersea Park for an evening of running, fundraising and community spirit, all with one shared goal: supporting ground breaking cancer research.
Over the past two years, this event has brought together businesses and individuals who believe that, by working together, we can make a real impact. This year, we hope to welcome even more runners and supporters as we continue raising funds for the CRIS Cancer Foundation.
Date & Time: Wednesday 9th September, 19:00 – 21:00
Location: Battersea Park | London | SW11 4NJ
How you can get involved
1. Run with us. Take on the challenge with Team Spanish Chamber and help raise funds for the CRIS Cancer Foundation. Participants are asked to commit to fundraising a minimum of £50 towards cancer research (not including the fee to participate in the race). Simply contact us and we will guide you through the registration process.
2. Make a donation. Every donation, no matter the amount, helps fund pioneering research that is improving cancer treatment and changing lives. Help us reach our £10,000 fundraising goal and make a lasting impact.
3. Share our Mission. Share this event with your colleagues, friends and family, or repost our social media content. The more people we reach, the greater the impact we can make together.
4. Support as a Business. Businesses can make a valuable contribution by sponsoring the event, making a corporate donation, matching employee fundraising or encouraging colleagues to take part as a team.
To register or find out more, please contact us at maria.baque@spanishchamber.co.uk
After the race, we will celebrate together with a drink at a nearby pub and award the first member of Team Spanish Chamber to cross the finish line with a special prize.
About CRIS Cancer Foundation:
The CRIS Cancer Foundation – Cancer Research & Innovation in Science – is an independent international non-profit organization dedicated to advancing cutting-edge cancer research within the public healthcare system, with the ultimate goal of curing cancer through science and innovation, supported by civil society.
Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Spain, and France, CRIS Cancer has funded researchers and research projects at leading cancer centers across 107 institutions worldwide. In Spain, it has established its own therapy and clinical trial units within some of the country’s top public hospitals.
Over the past 15 years, CRIS Cancer has invested more than €80 million in cancer research, including €56 million in the last five years alone, and is committed to investing an additional €150 million over the next five years. The foundation has supported 720 researchers, funded 371 adult cancer projects and 114 pediatric cancer projects, and contributed to the development of more than 117 new treatments. More than 15,000 patients have directly benefited from CRIS Cancer -supported clinical trials, while research advances are expected to impact up to 14 million potential patients worldwide.
Whether you run, cheer from the sidelines or make a donation, your support will help fund innovative research that is changing the future of cancer treatment.