Every day, Anthony Nolan saves the lives of people with a blood cancer or blood disorder. They do this by matching incredible individuals willing to donate their stem cells to people who desperately need a lifesaving transplant. They also carry out cutting edge scientific research, fund specialist post-transplant nurses and support patients and their families through the transplant process and beyond. They won’t stop until we save the lives of everyone who needs a stem cell transplant. Every penny you donate brings us closer to that day.

In 2009, my Nanny, Elizabeth died after a long battle with leukaemia. Throughout her treatment, she insisted throughout her treatment that she wanted it to go to someone 'younger and more deserving'. She was an incredible lady and a true inspiration.

In 2018 I completed the London Marathon for the first time and, although it was one of the hardest things I had ever done, I loved it. I have been desperate to take on the challenge again and I was so fortunate to be offered a place by Anthony Nolan again.