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Everything we do starts with your kind support

We are dedicated to making Addenbrooke’s even better in every way. And we rely entirely on the funds we raise through patients and their families, businesses, philanthropic individuals, charitable trusts and foundations to do just that.

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We fund

new services and facilities for the benefit of patients and their families.

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We enhance

existing services to levels over and above those that could be achieved through NHS funding alone.

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We support

the research and innovation that drive improvements to healthcare, through pump-priming grants and bridging funding gaps.

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People like you can help ensure that the care provided continues to be of the highest level and that patients and their families will benefit for years to come.

There are many ways that you can lend your support, from making a donation, leaving a gift in your will, attending an event, giving in memory of a loved one, volunteering your support, shopping in our online shop or by organising your own fundraising activity. The possibilities are endless!

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Latest News

Cambridge institution leads the launch of 30th birthday celebrations for much-loved hospital charity

Fitzbillies in Cambridge hosted the celebrations at its shop and tea rooms with a special gathering of fundraisers and hospital staff

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New Treatment Approach Shows Promise for Aggressive Breast Cancers 

A ground-breaking trial, funded with the help of ACT supporters, has led to a significant improvement in survival rates for patients with aggressive, inherited breast cancers.

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#TeamAddenbrooke’s London Marathon runners raise more than ÂŁ30,000 for Addenbrooke’s!

The 14 runners completed Sunday’s Marathon on behalf of ACT in what is one of the most celebrated events in the London calendar with over 50,000 runners coming together to raise money for good causes

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Upcoming Events

Kirtling Tower Open Gardens

  May 18, 2025 - 11:00 am     Kirtling Tower, Newmarket Road, Kirtling, Cambridgeshire, CB8 9PA.

Lord and Lady Fairhaven will be opening the glorious Kirtling Tower Gardens to the public to raise funds for the Cambridge Children's Hospital.

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Walk to Remember 2025

  May 31, 2025     UK wide

Walk 30 miles this May, in memory of a loved one or simply to remember the amazing care provided by Addenbrookes and The Rosie hospitals.

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Ultra Challenges Series 2025

  June 28, 2025     Across the UK

Join Team Addenbrooke's in the UK’s largest series of mass-participation endurance events

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It’s all thanks to you!

With the kindness of generous donors and supporters like you, we’re helping to make our world class hospital even better.