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.

Inflatable 5K - Bournemouth - 15K

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026

the littledown centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK

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

Inflatable 5K - Bournemouth - 10K

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026

the littledown centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK

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

Inflatable 5K - Bournemouth - 5K

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026

the littledown centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK

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

Inflatable 5K - Bournemouth - 2.5K

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026

the littledown centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK

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

Edinburgh Running Festival - 5k

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Edinburgh EH8 8AZ, UK

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

Derby Running Festival 5K

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Elvaston Castle Derby DE72 3EP

Registration Price:£26
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Edinburgh Running Festival - 10k

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Edinburgh EH8 8AZ, UK

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

Southport Seaside 10k

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Marine Dr, Southport PR8 1RX, UK

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

Derby Running Festival 10K

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Elvaston Castle Derby DE72 3EP

Registration Price:£28
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Derby Running Festival Half Marathon

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Elvaston Castle Derby DE72 3EP

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

Edinburgh Running Festival - Half Marathon

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Edinburgh EH8 8AZ, UK

Registration Price:£36
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Quayside 5k - August

Aug 5, 2026 - Aug 5, 2026

Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3DE, UK

Registration Price:£28
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.