Who are we?

We are Elly and Janice, two best friends from London who are raising money to help the brain tumour charity Brainstrust.  This is a cause very close to our hearts having both had experiences that have shown us  the personal impact of the absolutely essential support that Brainstrust provides.

Why are we raising money?

Brainstrust is a small-but-mighty charity that does a huge amount for people diagnosed with a brain tumour.  The money you donate will enable them to provide information and support for people who are diagnosed with meningioma brain tumours.  This includes everything from symptom management to financial advice and helping patients to get a medical second opinion about their diagnosis.

The most common type of meningioma brain tumour (Grade I) is not usually malignant. The less common types (Grade II) can also act a bit more aggressively like cancers (Grade II).  They can also become cancerous (Grade III).   Even though most meningiomas are non-cancerous, patients can experience the same physical, cognitive and emotional symptoms associated with cancerous tumours and their medical treatment is the same.  But when it comes to support and advice, people with this type of tumour often fall between the cracks.

What have we raised so far?

We've raised almost £18,000 so far.  That's more than half way to our £30,000 target and we're so grateful! With the amount we've raised so far we've been able to provide Brainstrust with enough money to fund: 

• £1000 to help 100 people to attend a Brainstrust webinar or virtual meetup and feel part of a community that cares

• £2000 to provide 100 hours of support via their 24/7 helpline

• £2000 to build an updated website with a brand new information hub filled with help, advice and signposting for meningiomas

• £4000 to send 100 brain boxes to newly diagnosed patients

• £6000 for 20 people to get a second opinion in a private hospital

What are we doing to raise the £30,000 we need?