Cheering team volunteers

Looking to support The Institute of Cancer Research but not quite ready to take on a sporty challenge yourself? Join us as a volunteer at some of our events and give our amazing fundraisers the support they deserve. 

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How can you volunteer for cancer research?

Over the course of the year, the ICR's Events Team supports our fundraisers at key events in our fundraising calendar. Every event is a little different, but what’s certain is that there’s always an incredible atmosphere, passionate people and enthusiasm to cheer participants along. 

We always need extra volunteers to make sure the ICR has a great presence at each event and it’s simple to get involved. All we need you to do is to come along, cheer our fundraisers and bring enthusiasm and willingness to help out. The time commitment is small, only requiring a few hours of your time for the specific events we attend. 

If you'd like to help and join us please email [email protected] and tell us a bit about yourself, why you'd like to help support us and the event you'd like to support. We’ll then be able to let you know what you need to do, where to meet and communicate important information to you. 

Events we require volunteers at are:


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02/10/24 - Andrea Kohn

Professor Paul Workman is Harrap Professor of Pharmacology and Therapeutics at The Institute of Cancer Research. He has worked in the field of cancer research for more than 50 years and was the ICR’s Chief Executive and President from 2014 to 2021. During his leadership, he oversaw many of our scientific successes – including the development of smarter and kinder forms of radiotherapy. Now, after being diagnosed with prostate cancer himself in 2022, he reflects on his experience as both a leading cancer scientist and now a cancer patient.

Event 14/09/25

Walk, run or cycle any distance for the 'Marathon of Hope', a global event in memory of Canadian hero Terry Fox, and support cancer research.

Event 27/04/25

The TCS London Marathon is one of the most popular marathons in the world, an essential experience for novice and veteran marathon runners.
Man running through London

Event 12/10/25

A hugely popular half marathon through four of London's beautiful Royal Parks.
A woman participating in a marathon, arms elevated in excitement as she sprints towards the finish

Event 06/04/25

Take part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon, while taking in the iconic sights of the capital, and help us transform the future of cancer treatment.

Cheer team volunteers play a vital role in motivating our supporters during their challenge and we hope with your support we can make them return to help us fundraise in the future.