Newry Cancer Research honoured with Flame of Hope award

Members of Newry Cancer Research accompanied by Castlederg Research Committee Group with Cancer Research UK - Northern Ireland Area Manager Lisa Bailey. Missing from the photo were Gervase McCartan, Bernie Ward, Cora Trainor and Paddy O'Hanlon.

Missing from the photo were Gervase McCartan, Bernie Ward, Cora Trainor and Paddy O'Hanlon.

The Flame of Hope Awards, presented on April 10 at The Silver Birches Hotel, Omagh, provides the opportunity to celebrate and thank the amazing people who give their time and energy wholeheartedly and who have made outstanding contributions.

Last year Newry Cancer Research raised an incredible £92K. A small committee who give their time freely to raise money for research to support the clinical trials here in Northern Ireland and promote greater awareness of the disease, and yet ask for nothing in return.

Lisa Bailey - Area Manager for Cancer Research UK - Northern Ireland presents award to Rosalind McCullough - Newry Cancer Research.

Rosalind McCullough accepted the prestigious award on behalf of Newry Cancer Research with exceptional pride. Rosalind continued to say that volunteering is time infused with passion, drive and determination. It’s time honouring lost family members and friends. Or extra time gained thanks to advances in research. Every step we make towards beating cancer relies on every pound, every hour and every person. We love what we do and meet new people and build friendships along the way.

With nearly 10,000 individuals diagnosed with cancer in Northern Ireland annually, the need for ongoing research and advancements in treatment is more pressing than ever. Cancer Research UK's commitment of approximately £2 million each year to cutting-edge scientific and clinical research in Northern Ireland is a testament to their dedication to combating cancer.

KEEPING THE FLAME ALIGHT

Volunteers are the backbone of our charity – every item you sell, event you attend, petition you sign, story you share, pound you raise and hour you give makes a real difference for people affected by cancer.

Joining us as a volunteer means joining a movement of people passionate about beating cancer. Our volunteers give their time to help fund research that will save lives. Whatever time you’re able to give – it could be 20 minutes, two hours, or 20 years – collectively, the impact is huge.

We couldn’t make the progress we do without you.

To find out more about the work of Newry Cancer Research and opportunities to volunteer please follow their journey on Facebook to keep up to date on fundraising activities.

#TogetherWeWillBeatCancer