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Make A Help Provide Hope Gift

Make A Gift and Help Provide Hope Not everyone enjoys fundraising, and that’s perfectly fine. But you can still Help Provide Hope by making a gift. Whether it’s a one-off donation, a regular contribution, or a gift left in your Will, every act of generosity helps us continue our vital work. Regular giving: The heartbeat ... Read more

Julie Mason-Wright

I have lived with a urostomy most of my life, having had surgery when I was just four years old. I haven’t allowed my stoma to hold me back from being active – quite the reverse! I approached life with a can-do attitude. I’d look at someone and think, “I can do that too!” As ... Read more

Lorna Coates

My name is Lorna. I was 16 when I was referred to a urologist as I was experiencing recurrent UTIs, and GPs struggled to discover why. When my urine test results kept coming back clear of infection and my bladder wall showed no issues on the camera, it was very hard to hear, making me ... Read more

Cathy Varley

2024 was supposed to be an exciting year for me. I was turning 50 in the February, and I was embracing it! My bladder cancer diagnosis, which I received in the week of my birthday, came as a massive shock. My first instinct was to start Googling. Initially, I was quite positive because what I’d ... Read more

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Help Provide Hope Story Wall

One of the most powerful ways you can help raise awareness is by telling your own story. Whether you live with a urostomy, internal pouch, neobladder or nephrostomy, your journey could offer comfort, reassurance, and hope to someone who is just beginning theirs. See the amazing stories urostomates have shared on our story wall.

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Miles of Hope Challenge

Every journey matters. This Urology Awareness Month, we’re inviting you to take part in our Miles Of Hope challenge and help make a real difference for people living with a urinary diversion. Whether you choose to walk, cycle, swim, row or simply count your daily steps - every mile you complete helps to raise awareness and vital funds for our work. Set your own personal target for September, and ask friends and family to sponsor your efforts.

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Help Provide Hope Campaign

September is Urology Awareness Month - and it's time to take our Help Provide Hope Appeal up a level! You can get involved in one, or all, of these three powerful ways ...