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

Manchester Marathon

Apr 18, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027

Talbot Rd, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M16 0PX, UK

Registration Price:£40
Fundraising Amount:£500

Birmingham Running Festival 5K - May 2027

May 9, 2027 - May 9, 2027

Park Rd, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT, UK

Registration Price:£20
Fundraising Amount:£100

Birmingham Running Festival 10K - May 2027

May 9, 2027 - May 9, 2027

Park Rd, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT, UK

Registration Price:£20
Fundraising Amount:£200

Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon - May 2027

May 9, 2027 - May 9, 2027

Park Rd, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT, UK

Registration Price:£25
Fundraising Amount:£300

Edinburgh Half Marathon - Edinburgh Marathon Festival

May 30, 2027 - May 30, 2027

Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BL, UK

Registration Price:£30
Fundraising Amount:£400

Edinburgh Marathon - Edinburgh Marathon Festival

May 30, 2027 - May 30, 2027

Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BL, UK

Registration Price:£35
Fundraising Amount:£700

GetPRO Bath Half

Mar 14, 2027 - Mar 14, 2027

Royal Ave, Bath BA1 2NR, UK

Registration Price:£30
Fundraising Amount:£300

The Brighton Marathon

Apr 4, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027

Preston Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 6SD, UK

Registration Price:£35
Fundraising Amount:£500

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.

Victoria Park Half 5k - October

Oct 3, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026

London E9 7DD, UK

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

Victoria Park Half 10k - October

Oct 3, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026

London E9 7DD, UK

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

Victoria Park Half Marathon - October

Oct 3, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026

London E9 7DD, UK

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

Run Kent Tonbridge 5K

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Brook St, Tonbridge TN9 2PN, UK

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

Everton 10k

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Regent Rd, Kirkdale, Liverpool L5 9SR, UK

Registration Price:£40
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Great Scottish Run 10K

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Glasgow G2 1DH, UK

Registration Price:£56
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Run Kent Tonbridge 10K

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Brook St, Tonbridge TN9 2PN, UK

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

Southampton 10k - October

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Britannia Rd, Southampton SO14 5FP, UK

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

Congleton Half Marathon - October

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Longdown Rd, Congleton CW12 4QJ, UK

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

Southampton Half Marathon - October

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Britannia Rd, Southampton SO14 5FP, UK

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

Run Kent Tonbridge Half Marathon

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Brook St, Tonbridge TN9 2PN, UK

Registration Price:£38
Fundraising Amount:Raise as much as you can.

Great Scottish Run Half Marathon

Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Glasgow G2 1DH, UK

Registration Price:£35
Fundraising Amount:£350