You can make a difference 

Every year, hundreds of people are diagnosed with a polyposis syndrome. For them, their families, and friends, the journey can be overwhelming — from understanding the condition to navigating treatment and recovery. Polyposis Patient exists to provide trusted information, support, and connection, helping people feel less alone and better equipped to manage their health.

Your fundraising efforts make this possible. By supporting Polyposis Patient, you are helping:

  1. Provide support and information for patients, families, and friends at every stage — from diagnosis to pre- and post-operation, and ongoing care.
  2. Support St Mark’s Hospital and the Polyposis Registry by assisting with applications for research funding, events, or vital equipment.
  3. Raise awareness of polyposis syndromes, especially among GPs, so that patients are diagnosed earlier and can access the right care.

Every pound you raise helps the charity continue to be a lifeline for those affected.

How your fundraising helps

Connecting patients through our 1:1 volunteer programme, linking newly diagnosed people with experienced patients for guidance and reassurance.

Supporting the development of informational resources, guides, and workshops to help families understand and manage polyposis syndromes.

Funding research initiatives, events, and hospital equipment to improve patient care and outcomes.

Raising awareness among medical professionals to ensure earlier diagnosis and better treatment pathways – such as development of the Polyposis App which Polyposis Patient helped to fund.

Fundraising ideas

There are many ways you can get involved — from simple challenges to bigger events. Here are some ideas to inspire you:

Individual challenges

  • Sponsored walks, runs, or cycles — set a personal goal and raise money through sponsorship.
  • Fitness challenges — yoga marathons, daily step goals, or online fitness challenges.
  • Creative challenges — bake sales, craft fairs, or art exhibitions.

Community and group activities

  • Charity quizzes, bake-offs, or garden parties
  • Sports events — charity football matches, golf days, or fun runs.
  • School or workplace fundraising — sponsored silence, dress-down days, or creative competitions.

Digital fundraising

  • Crowdfunding pages — share your story online to reach family, friends, and social networks.
  • Virtual events — online quizzes, virtual races, or live-streamed performances.
  • Social media campaigns — set challenges and encourage donations online.

Corporate partnerships

  • Match-funding programmes with your employer
  • Charity days or team challenges
  • Sponsorship opportunities

Share your fundraising journey

We love celebrating your creativity and dedication! 

Please let us know your plans, and we can feature your story on our website and social media, inspiring others to join the cause.

Ready to get started?

  1. Decide how you would like to fundraise.
  2. Set up a sponsorship page or plan your event.
  3. Contact us at info@polyposispatient.co.uk so we can support you with materials, advice, and promotion.
  4. Share your journey — every step raises awareness and helps people affected by polyposis syndromes.

Together, we can support patients, fund research, and raise awareness, helping families across the UK and beyond.

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Polyposis Patient relies on the generosity of our committee members, volunteers, and members of the public.

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Volunteer

Volunteering with Polyposis Patient allows you to make a real difference for people affected by polyposis syndromes.

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