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Meet the people turning challenges into hope.
Lung cancer research is vital — and this year, people with lung cancer, their friends, and families are stepping up to make a difference. From ultra-marathons and long-distance walks to cycling tours, 100-mile runs, and charity golf days, our 2026 fundraisers are pushing their limits to fund life-saving research.
Explore their stories, follow their journeys, and find out how you can support them. Every mile, every pedal, golf swing, every challenge brings us closer to breakthroughs that save lives.
Sarah’s ultramarathon: Turning miles into momentum for research
Sarah Li has always loved a challenge. A six-time marathon runner, she was in training for her next race when life took an unexpected turn.
Now living with stage 4 EGFR lung cancer, on 3 May 2026 she is completing 54km of a 100km Ultra Marathon challenge across the Isle of Wight with the people who stood by her through it all — turning fear into determination, and miles into hope.
Click here to read more about Sarah’s challenge and click the button to donate now.
Taking on the 2026 TCS London Marathon - a race close to her heart.
Last year, a small injury forced Mandy to step back from the London Marathon start line. But she hasn’t let that setback stop her from taking action where it matters most: raising funds for vital lung cancer research.
Inspired by her friend Yvonne, also family and friends who’ve also had cancer battles, on 26 April 2026 Mandy will take on the TCS London Marathon. Mandy is running to fund much needed research for oncogene-driven lung cancers—aggressive cancers that often affect younger people with no smoking history. Every donation supports life-saving studies at the Institute of Cancer Research, helping give patients hope and better outcomes.
Support Mandy today—every mile she runs brings us closer to breakthroughs.
Tee off for life-saving research on 26 June 2026
Join us on 26 June 2026 at Tall Pines Golf Club (in Bristol, BS48 3DJ) for a fantastic day of golf, food, fun, and fundraising, organised by Jan Clark to support vital lung cancer research.
Golfers: Enjoy tea or coffee on arrival with a bacon roll, 18 holes of golf, a post-game BBQ, and a chance to take part in our fun extras like “Beat the Pro,” mulligan balloons, nearest the pin challenges, and more. Hole sponsorship is also available for companies looking to support research and gain exposure.
Not a golfer? You can still make a difference. Donate directly to the charity, sponsor a hole, or contribute an auction or raffle prize — every contribution helps fund life-saving studies.
Whether on the course or cheering from the sidelines, your support helps us push the boundaries of lung cancer research and bring hope to patients and families.
Stay tuned for other exciting fundraisers in 2026
2026 is packed with incredible fundraisers and fun ways to support life-saving lung cancer research.
Mel and Sarah – taking on the Tour de Four cycling challenge in September.
Paul – running 100 miles in August to power research breakthroughs.
…and many more exciting challenges throughout the year!
Follow their journeys, cheer them on, and find out how you can get involved — every step, pedal, and contribution helps fund vital research.
Past fundraisers.
Meet Christina, Ruth and Aude.
Tackled the 2025 TCS London Marathon for Research
Christina, Ruth and Aude teamed up last year to run their hometown marathon - the 2025 TCS London Marathon taking place - to support vital research. Together they raised over £10k, all of which went straight to The Institute of Cancer Research - one of the world’s most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Their mission is to make discoveries that defeat cancer.
You can read more about their why in their fundraising page.
Other past challenges.
Meet Oakely.
Toughing it out in a Tough Mudder.
Oakley’s friend’s diagnosis with lung cancer at age 20, prompted him to test his strength, stamina and mental grit in a Tough Mudder in August 2024.
Meet Hollie and Joey.
Pushing physical bounds to push the limits of research.
Learn about how in May 2024, Hollie and Joey used their love of fitness to fundraise to help push the limits of research.
Meet Chris & Mandy.
Running for research.
Christina and Mandy were motivated to run the Paris 2024 Marathon following their friend’s diagnosis with an oncogene lung cancer.