Hi, we're Elly and Janice, two best friends raising money for 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 type (Grade II) can act a bit more like a cancer (Grade II) and the rarest type can become cancerous (Grade III).

Even though most meningiomas are non-cancerous, patients 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. This is why we need your support!

We've raised almost £18,000 so far. That's more than half way to our £30,000 target and we're so grateful!

If you've already donated, THANK YOU! Take a look at our fundraiser page below to see the amazing things your generous donations have raised so far.

If you haven't donated yet, PLEASE DO! Help us smash our target by supporting our fundraising activities, so we can help Brainstrust to provide more vital support to help people live well with a brain tumour.

Thank you!

Elly and Janice.