About Us

Established with a steadfast commitment to preventing cancer and saving lives, the Trust is dedicated to advancing groundbreaking research, promoting education and awareness, and empowering individuals to take proactive steps towards reducing their cancer risk.

Since 1973

At the heart of the Cancer Prevention Research Trust lies a profound mission: to prevent cancer before it starts. By focusing on prevention, the Trust aims to address the root causes of cancer and disrupt the trajectory of this devastating disease.

Research is the cornerstone of the Trust’s efforts, driving progress and innovation in the field of cancer prevention. Their work encompasses laboratory studies, clinical trials, population-based research, and epidemiological investigations, all aimed at unravelling the complexities of cancer and developing effective prevention strategies.

Philanthropy plays a crucial role in supporting the mission of the Cancer Prevention Research Trust. Generous contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other donors enable us to fund research projects, support educational initiatives, and sustain our operations. Whether through one-time donations, recurring gifts, corporate sponsorships, or legacy giving, every contribution makes a meaningful difference in advancing our mission and bringing us one step closer to a world without cancer.

In summary, the Cancer Prevention Research Trust is a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change in the global fight against cancer. With a steadfast commitment to preventing cancer before it starts, the Trust is dedicated to advancing research, promoting education and awareness, and empowering individuals to take proactive steps towards reducing their cancer risk. Together, we can make a profound impact in the lives of countless individuals and families affected by cancer, and pave the way towards a future where this devastating disease is a thing of the past.

Cancer Prevention Research Trust's method of operation:

  • Makes grants to organisations
  • Sponsors or undertakes research
  • Provides advocacy/advice/information

What services Cancer Prevention Research Trust provides:

  • Education/training
  • The advancement of health or saving of lives

Cancer Prevention Research Trust provides services to:

  • The general public/mankind

Where Cancer Prevention Research Trust operates:

  • Throughout England and Wales

Cancer Prevention Research Trust's charitable objectives:

To advance medical research and in particular research into the prevention of cancer oncogenesis and associated malignant diseases and to publish the results of such research.

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