Our Impact
Thanks to the ongoing support of our amazing fundraisers, we have been able to provide funding for research at one of the country’s leading research facilities. The purpose of which is to continue and expedite the search for improved treatment protocols for those who are being treated for paediatric brain tumour in order to improve survival rates.
At the same time we have provided entertainment and distraction for young patients through the Loomstallation at the John Radcliffe Children’s Hospital in Oxford. Our work in ongoing!
Supporters Gallery
Showcasing wonderful
people and their events
PhD Research Position (4 years)
Goal£ 120 000
Raised£ 120 000
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TARGET REACHED!
By funding a PhD research post we can get that one step closer to unlocking the science behind this devastating disease and one step closer to a cure. Thank you to all our donors for making this possible! Gemma Llargues Sistac started in January 2016.
Instinct-MB Collaboration
Goal£ 250 000
Raised£ 250 000
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YOU DID IT!
Funding for a new landmark research programme to combat the most common high-risk brain tumour in children. INSTINCT aims to bridge the gap between biological discovery and clinical practice by developing tailored and targeted treatments for these high-risk brain tumours.
Children's Hospital Loomstallation
Goal£ 50 000
Raised£ 50 000
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TARGET REACHED!
Thanks to the generous donations of so many people, The Loom to the Moon Art Spectacular was opened in the main atrium at The Oxford Children’s Hospital on 15 February 2019 and stands as an interactive centrepiece which also commemorates the Children’s Hospital’s tenth anniversary. The installation engages and inspires children and their families during hospital visits and stays.
It's presence will preserve and encapsulate the phenomenal work of so many children across the world and provide a lasting testament for Skye Hall and the pioneering work of Blue Skye Thinking.
Hospital Puppet & Magic Show
Goal£ 10 000
Raised£ 4360
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ALMOST THERE…
Just a small donation can go a long way and can give children much needed light relief during the invasive treatment process to support their emotional well-being. Skye loved magic and always cherished visits from some wonderful entertainers. A puppet and magic show is being written and created, and a magician is on board to tour with Blue Skye Thinking to all of the paediatric oncology wards across the country, to brighten their days and stimulate their minds.
Paediatric Cancer Outcomes Data Manager
Goal£ 40 000
Raised£ 40 000
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To address key gaps in current data collection which is particularly important where children are treated outside of clinical trials. SHOCKING TRUTH - There is NO formal data collection, monitoring and sharing of side effects for Standard Treatment Guidelines used for many children suffering with cancer.
How can we LEARN if we don't SHARE?
Paediatric Brain Tumour Medical Research
Goal£ 50000
Raised£ 19800
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Bridging the gap between biological discovery and clinical practice by developing tailored and targeted treatments for these high-risk brain tumours.
How will my money help?
£ 10
Will pay for an antibody test
to identify how the immune system is responding
£ 60
Will pay for a genetic test
to assess a particular gene that plays a role in cell growth, division and change, called
the MYC gene
£ 350
Will pay for a test called a DNA methylation array to assess
the molecular subgroup
of a tumour
£ 2 000
Will pay for a full molecular diagnostic analysis on a single medulloblastoma tumour
for one child