A previous cancer patient by the sea with his dog

Donate to support our cancer research

Donate or fundraise for us and directly power the discoveries that change lives.

Discoveries at The Institute of Cancer Research are made possible by the generosity of our donors; from individuals and sports fundraisers, to corporate donors and philanthropy.

Why donate to us?

We're a world leading and award-winning cancer research institute. Your donation will directly fund innovative ways of detecting cancers, discovering new treatment options and producing life-changing research. 

Make a donation today

A monthly gift can help support our research over several years, so it has the maximum possible benefit for people with cancer.
With Gift Aid you'll also be able to add 25% at no extra cost to you

Please choose a donation amount.

With your generous support, we can continue making more discoveries, finding more cures, and saving more lives.
With Gift Aid you'll also be able to add 25% at no extra cost to you

Please choose a donation amount.

Our appeals

See our latest fundraising appeals and hear how people like Professor Chris Bakal is helping make the discoveries to give people more precious time with their loved ones.

 

Pipette painting by James Cochran as part of our philanthropy programme

Philanthropy

Philanthropy has played a key role in the progress we have made over the years and there are many opportunities to play a key part in the future of cancer research.

Three researchers who could be supported in a will

Leave a legacy

Gifts in Wills help sustain our work well into the future. If you are considering leaving us a gift in your Will, we can help you get started with our Will for free service.

Fundraise for us

Take on one of our sporting events or set up your own event, and fundraise to support our cancer research. 

Just some of our sport and challenge fundraising events:

Event 30/07/24

Push yourself to the limit, test your strength and challenge your powers of endurance whilst raising vital funds for our world-leading cancer research.
3 cyclists in ICR jerseys cycling on a rural road

Event 04/07/26

Join #TeamICR for a brand-new bespoke cycling challenge from Berlin to London and raise money for life saving cancer research!
Riders enjoying finishing the London to Paris Cycle Ride underneath the Eiffel Tower

Connect two of the world’s most chic capitals, via English countryside and rural France, and raise money for the ICR on the challenge of a lifetime.
A woman participating in a marathon, arms elevated in excitement as she sprints towards the finish

Event 12/04/26

Take in the iconic sights of the capital, and help us transform the future of cancer treatment.
Two fundraisers wearing ICR shirts holding a bake sale

How to fundraise with us

As well as events like marathons and cycling, you could also host your own fundraising event more locally - we'll get you started and help you along the way.