The Samantha Dickson Fund

Reflecting on another joyful & cricket day 🏏🙌🏼💛

Thank you to all spectators and lunch guests for joining us for a wonderful day of cricket under the sun, helping us raise essential funds for and
Your contributions are vital in supporting critical research projects in the fight against brain tumours.

We are delighted to share that we raised an impressive total of £9,858.50 - thank you for your incredible support!!!

• Further thanks to our brilliant and generous sponsors and 👏🏼 plus our corporate table

• Our fantastic caterers 🍽️

• Kind hosts , partners , volunteers & the volunteer committee

We’re excited for an unforgettable day of Charity Cricket!

📍Alan Igglesden Charity Cricket match happening on Wednesday, 26th June, at 12:30 PM at the beautiful Hartley Wintney Cricket Club.

🏏 Iggy’s Fund XI vs. HWCC XI in memory of Alan Igglesden, a legend of Kent & England cricket. This special event is organised to support Samantha Dickson Fund and Iggy’s Fund, creating awareness and raising funds for Brain Tumour research.

Lunch served at 1pm (pre-purchased tickets only), followed by the Live Auction, with play starting at 3pm.
Raffle tickets will be sold throughout the day, with the winners drawn between the innings.

Can’t make it? No worries! You can still support us by donating, every contribution makes a difference.

Let’s come together to honour Alan Igglesden, Samantha and so many others, to support the fight against brain tumours 🙌

Posted • 2023 might nearly be over, but we’re thrilled to share one last piece of good news for the year. The Charity’s founders, Neil and Angela Dickson, have been awarded OBEs in the New Year’s Honours in recognition for their dedication in establishing the world’s largest brain tumour charity.

Their daughter, Samantha, was diagnosed with a brain tumour and tragically died in 1996 aged just 16. Following Samantha’s death, the Dickson’s raised £20,000 in donations at Samantha’s funeral to be used in research into brain tumours. When they investigated how best to spend the money, Neil and Angela were amazed to find there was no dedicated brain tumour charity in the UK. They decided to set up the Samantha Dickson Research Trust, which was later renamed to The Brain Tumour Charity, to fund research and provide support to those with brain tumours affected by a brain tumour diagnosis.

About the announcement, Neil said: “Angela and I are delighted to receive OBEs in the New Year Honours list. We have worked tirelessly over the last 26 years to increase research and provide support services for patients and families diagnosed with this devastating disease. “

“These awards are also a big thank you to the brain tumour community in the UK who have united to make such a difference.“

A huge congratulations to Neil and Angela from everyone here at The Charity. We’re forever inspired by their contribution and determination to bring hope to everyone affected by a brain tumour diagnosis.

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Thank you to this wonderful group and the surrounding community for a great day of cricket, fun and brain tumour awareness.
We’re delighted to announce that the Bigger Boys vs Little Boys cricket day raised £1,115!!

Congratulations again to the Bigger Boys for pulling one back, making it 2-3 in the series vs the Little Boys.

Thanks to all for their time, efforts and contributions to , it means a huge amount and goes a long way in the fight against brain tumours.

The Ross brothers return to for the 5th clash of Bigger Boys vs Little Boys on Sunday 20th August.

With the Little Boys currently 3-1 up in the contest, the Bigger Boys will be looking to make a strong comeback.

The bar will be open from 12pm, with match starting shortly after, followed by BBQ & Raffle.

We hope to see you there 🏏🎉


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We are pleased to share with you Angela and Neil Dickson MBE's interview with future leader, Dr Ola Romaniyi.

A research project looking to exploit DNA repair in brain tumour cells to explore novel treatments for glioblastoma has been funded by The Samantha Dickson Fund, which raises money for The Brain Tumour Charity.

Neil and Angela, Founders of The Charity, had a call with Dr Ola Rominiyi, who is leading the project, to find out more.

Interview with a Future Leader | Dr Ola Rominiyi A research project looking to exploit DNA repair in brain tumour cells to explore novel treatments for glioblastoma has been funded by The Samantha Dickson F...

Thank you for joining us to celebrate the Iggy Friendly XI vs HWCC XI, another spectacular day raising funds for the fight against brain tumours.
We are thrilled to announce that the occasion raised a phenonmenal £6,000 for The Samantha Dickson Fund and £2,860 for Iggy's Fund 🎉
Thank you all for your tremendous support and generosity! 🫶

Further thanks to Webster Associates Ltd Foster & Heanes Ltd Incorporating Alfanatic, Hester's & VW Auto's and The Elvetham for their sponsorship/donations.
Plus a special thank you to Hartley Wintney Cricket Club for the use of their stunning grounds and support during their Benefit Week.

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Next up… 🏏

We look forward to working with once again to enjoy a fundraising lunch & cricket match

Working together with our fantastic supporter & community to raise key funds & awareness for to help

Fabulous way to Celebrate the Summer Solstice. Neil and Angela Dickson, MBE, invited to the President's Garden Party at Broomecroft Hall, Didsbury, Manchester. Neil and Angela pictured with Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, President and Vice-Chancellor of The University of Manchester, and Professor Graham Lord, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, Vice-President and Dean's Office.
We were delighted to be told that Professor Petra Hamerlik, the new Brain Tumour Charity Chair in Translational Neuro-oncology, is making such an impact at this early stage. The University of Manchester is totally committed to supporting us in our fight against brain tumours.

The Samantha Dickson Fund, together with are enormously proud to announce an innovative new research project at the University of Sheffield.
This research is a direct result of your incredible fundraising and support over the last 2.5 years since The Samantha Dickson Fund was established, your generosity to our research driven fund has enabled us to fund this ground-breaking research to improve treatment for those diagnosed with Gliomas.

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for your previous and ongoing support for The Samantha Dickson Fund, we are so pleased that the money raised by our supporters is being put to good use so quickly with £224,474 committed to this project over three years!

The Samantha Dickson Fund are enormously proud to announce an innovative new research project at the University of Sheffield.

This research is a direct result of your incredible fundraising and support over the last 2.5 years since The Samantha Dickson Fund was established, your generosity to our research driven fund has enabled us to fund this ground-breaking research to improve treatment for those diagnosed with Gliomas.

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for your previous and ongoing support for The Samantha Dickson Fund, we are so pleased that the money raised by our supporters is being put to good use so quickly with £224,474 committed to this project over three years.

Neil Dickson MBE, Founder of The Brain Tumour Charity and Vice Chairmen of Trustees:
“Angela and I were delighted that Samantha’s Fund is able to support Dr Ola Rominiyi’s research at the University of Sheffield.
“It was about 20 years ago when we awarded one of the first grants made by The Charity to the University of Sheffield. So it really feels that we have come full circle.
“This research into glioblastoma was one of six projects awarded in our Future Leaders programme. And scored highly in our peer review process.
“We are now able to go back to our family, friends, and supporters in North Hampshire and Surrey to tell them the money they raised is already being put to good use and is making such a difference.
“We’d would also like to thank the McIntosh family who recently lost their father John to a glioblastoma. Their tireless work in raising money has meant we have been able to fund ground-breaking research much quicker than planned. We have a number of people diagnosed with high grade-glioma who are also raising money for The Samantha Dickson Fund. In particular Sophie and her husband Bruce Pemberton – their support shows a united effort really makes a difference in fighting this disease.”

https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/media-centre/news/charity-news/the-samantha-dickson-fund-funds-state-of-the-art-research-in-sheffield/

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The Samantha Dickson Fund funds state-of-the-art research into new brain tumour treatments The Samantha Dickson Fund, which raises money for The Brain Tumour Charity, is funding glioma research at the University of Sheffield.

The Samantha Dickson Fund is beyond proud to announce that together with our incredible supports and community, we have raised a fantastic £150,000!!!

We cannot thank you all enough for your generous donations, time and fundraising efforts.
These funds will go a long way towards brain tumour research and we are delighted that it means should be able to sponsor our first major research project into high grade glioma tumours early next year.

Thank you to both teams, spectators, the community and for the wonderful support of this year’s charity cricket match.
Together we raised a fantastic £1,241.72!!

The Little Boys were victorious taking them 3-1 up in the series, we look forward to the next match in September 2023 for the Bigger Boys comeback.

Special thanks to Hartley Wintney Traditional Butchers for their partnership on the produce and The Fox & Hounds Pub Fleet for providing the awesome train BBQ!

Stunning day down at for the Bigger Boys vs Little Boys charity cricket in aid of

Next up, the Ross v Ross cricket match 🏏

Current standings have the Little Boys 2 - 1 up in the series…
Will the Bigger Boys level the score? Or will we see the Little Boys extend their lead?

Join us Hartley Wintney Cricket Club for some interesting displays of cricket, raffle, games & BBQ in partnership with Hartley wintney traditional butchers.
All in aid of raising awareness for The Brain Tumour Charity in Samantha’s name & the many others effected by this cruel disease

What a phenomenal day for a Charity Cricket Match in partnership with in memory of Alan Igglesden, with all proceeds going towards brain tumour research for
Thank you to all for your fantastic support! 👏🏼🏏

What a beautiful day for the Charity Cricket in aid of

🛑 SOLD OUT 🛑

Next week’s Alan Igglesden Cricket is now all sold out, thank you for your support!

If you wish to come along as a spectator, the cricket will begin at 2:30pm , so please feel free to join us in the sunshine (🤞🏼) and understand more about the fund.

If you have any interest in future events, please email us on [email protected]

Many thanks for your support!

Next up…our Alan Igglesden Charity Cricket match at the historic Hartley Wintney Cricket Club
Lunch - Raffle - Auction - Cricket £40
Only 30 tickets remain, so contact Neil Dickson or email [email protected] before Monday 4th July to avoid missing out.

What a fantastic occasion to mark the 25th Anniversary of the Samantha Dickson Fund.

Our milestone Dinner Dance welcomed long-term supporters of the Charity, members of the local community and friends in Dogmersfield, which is where it all began.

We would like to thank all of those involved for their time, effort and generosity - with an initial total of around £20,000 raised we are truly grateful for all of your support!


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Join, sponsor or donate to The Samantha Dickson Fund 25th Anniversary Dinner Dance to help us mark this milestone event

🎉ANNOUNCEMENT🎉

Thanks to your generous support, local fundraisers and community efforts we are delighted to announce that the dedicated Samantha Dickson Fund has already passed the £100,000 mark!
This is sooner than we could have ever hoped and means we should be able to commission new research this September.

This research will be into high grade glioma, the tumour type that Samantha had. Despite making major advances in the understanding of these tumours we have yet to translate this into new clinical treatments.
The purpose of our fund is to kickstart this process.

During our 25 years of fighting this disease, Angela and I know what a difference this money when targeted can make.
- Neil Dickson Neil Dickson

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU

If you would like to get involved or join our upcoming events please email [email protected] or drop us a message

A big 'Diolch yn fawr iawn '(Thank you very much) to Ffermwyr Ifanc Mônfor raising a brilliant amount through The President and Captain's Challenge for The Samantha Dickson Fund. We are so grateful for your amazing support.

Today we are taking a moment to remember Samantha Dickson, who passed away on this day 25 years ago at aged just 16. Following Samantha’s tragic death that was caused by a high grade glioma, her parents Neil and Angela Dickson (MBE), have continued to make incredible strides in their daughter’s memory, most notably founding The Samantha Dickson Research Trust in 1997 which has become The Brain Tumour Charity we know today.

More recently, we have welcomed The Samantha Dickson Fund to our network of Supporter Groups of which you can find out more about and the incredible legacy Neil and Angela have built in loving memory of their daughter here. https://bit.ly/3BeXPhH

Learn more https://bit.ly/32RO8aN

It's now easier to send The Samantha Dickson Fund a message.

The last 'friendly' of the Season will take place on The Green, Hartley Wintney, Saturday 25th Sept. , starting at 12.00 between Joe's Select X1 and Will's Invitational X1
The game is being played in memory of Samantha who lost her battle with a brain tumour nearly 25 years ago - she was only 16 at the time.
Please come down and support this excellent cause, watch some very indifferent cricket but hopefully enjoy some late Summer sunshine.
Most importantly the bar will be open from 13.00!

It was great to be back at Samantha's School, St. Nicholas', and to talk at their Assembly this morning. The girls are organising a 5K evening walk on the 15th November for Sam's Fund. Neil and I will be joining the walk, so any sponsorship welcome.

Founders Neil & Angela Dickson with Samantha Dickson Fund Chair, Holly at a local fundraiser in Dogmersfield for the Dubai Shergar Cup at Ascot

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Founders Neil & Angela Dickson with Chair, Holly at a local fundraiser #DogmersfieldDoesAscot #TheSamanthaDicksonFund #BrainTumourCharity #Fundraiser #AscotRaces