Childhood Eye Cancer Trust

Providing ongoing support to anyone affected by retinoblastoma


The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT) is the only UK charity solely dedicated to helping families and individuals affected by retinoblastoma (Rb), a rare form of eye cancer affecting children and babies predominantly under the age of six.

Approximately one child a week in the UK is diagnosed with Rb, and families travel miles every time they need to receive treatment at one of the only two hospitals in the UK that treat Rb.

Our mission is to save eyes, save sight and save lives. We do this by providing support to those who need us for as long as they need us, raise awareness and fund research to reduce the negative impact of this disease. 


How Your Support Helps

As a small charity that recieves no government funding, we are reliant on the generosity of our supporters like you. The money you raise will help us to continue to provide a lifeline to those who need us, by offering guidance, emotional support and practical advice from diagnosis, during treatment and throughou the lives of those affected. This helps families navigate the complexities of treatment and post-treatment care ensuring we are there for those who need us every step of the way. 

Your support will also help us to raise awareness amongst the general public and healthare professionals to ensure early diagnosis and treatment. As well as, fund pioneering research into the causes, treatment and impact of Rb.


Featured Events

Check out these featured events from this charity

Great South Run

Oct 18, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026

Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 3PB, UK

Registration Price:£35
Fundraising Amount:£350

All Events

What's coming up in the run for charity events calendar? It’s never too late to join one of these great events.

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 5K - July

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026

1A Honour Lea Ave, London E20 1DY, UK

Registration Price:£30
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 10K - July

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026

1A Honour Lea Ave, London E20 1DY, UK

Registration Price:£30
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Inflatable 5K - Southampton - 5K

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026

University of Southampton Sports Ground, Wide Ln, Eastleigh SO50 5PE, UK

Registration Price:£37
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Inflatable 5K - Southampton - 2.5K

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026

University of Southampton Sports Ground, Wide Ln, Eastleigh SO50 5PE, UK

Registration Price:£31
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Inflatable 5K - Southampton - 10K

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026

University of Southampton Sports Ground, Wide Ln, Eastleigh SO50 5PE, UK

Registration Price:£47
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Inflatable 5K - Southampton - 15K

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026

University of Southampton Sports Ground, Wide Ln, Eastleigh SO50 5PE, UK

Registration Price:£57
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Run Aintree 5k - July

Jul 12, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

Ormskirk Rd, Aintree, Liverpool L9 5AS, UK

Registration Price:£30
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Run Aintree 10k - July

Jul 12, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

Ormskirk Rd, Aintree, Liverpool L9 5AS, UK

Registration Price:£32
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Newcastle 10k - July

Jul 12, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

Brunton Rd, Kenton Bank Foot, Newcastle upon Tyne NE13 8AF, UK

Registration Price:£35
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Run Aintree Half Marathon - July

Jul 12, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

Ormskirk Rd, Aintree, Liverpool L9 5AS, UK

Registration Price:£34
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Newcastle Half Marathon - July

Jul 12, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

Brunton Rd, Kenton Bank Foot, Newcastle upon Tyne NE13 8AF, UK

Registration Price:£35
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Ride Reigate 100k

Jul 12, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

Castlefield Rd, Reigate RH2 0SD, UK

Registration Price:£42
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.