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About the Charity

Members of the Cancer Challenge Singers' Choir with the new Charity banner designed to celebrate the Charity having raised £1 million

Run by volunteers NPTCC is a local charity that helps local people. Our aim is to help with the prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer. We raise funds to purchase equipment for local hospitals in Neath Port Talbot, Singleton, Morriston and Bridgend.

A Management Committee comprised entirely of volunteers administers the Charity, and fixed overheads are minimal. The Charity does not pay any salaries, wages or honoraria, and has no assets that incur maintenance costs, thus maximizing the funds available to meet its objectives.

Since its beginnings NPTCC has raised over £1 million to purchase vitally needed equipment for hospitals in the local area. Each request for help is different so we consult with the hospitals to find out what is needed, a target is then set, and when we have the funds in place a purchase is made. The equipment is then presented to the hospital.

The Charity celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2017

In 2006 Neath Port Talbot Cancer Challenge was presented with the Queens Award, the highest award given to local volunteer groups across the UK, to recognise outstanding work done in their own communities. It was created in 2002 to celebrate the anniversary of the Queen's coronation. It is the MBE for volunteer groups across the UK, to recognise outstanding work done in their own communities. It was created in 2002 to celebrate the anniversary of the Queen's coronation. It is the MBE for volunteer groups.

Thanks a Million Day

In recognition of the Charity having raised its first million pounds a celebration event will be held at Blanco's Restaurant, Port Talbot, on Saturday 4th November 2023. Tickets will cost £30 and this will include a drink on arrival, a meal and entertainment.

Tickets cost £30 and can be obtained from Marilyn Evans on 07941 382558 or 01639 768019.

Cancer Challenge Choir Donation

The choir has presented a cheque for £5,000 to Mr. Peter Jones, Chair of the Charity.

Donations

The Charity has received substantial donations in memory of Jennifer Walters and Sylvia Stubbins who passed away during 2023. Jen and Sylvia were members of the Cancer Challenge Singers' Choir and extremely supportive of the Charity.

Neath Fair September 7th-10th

The Charity's stall at Neath Fair raised the magnificent sum of £546.83. A big thank you to all who helped us on the stall.

Donations

The Charity is delighted to acknowledge the immense fund raising efforts of Mo Oliver, a member of the Cancer Challenge Singers' Choir who has raised £85 through her own efforts at Neath Fair. Your efforts are very much appreciated, Mo. Thank you!

The Charity has also received £728 from the concert held at Tabernacle Chapel, Pontardawe, on 24th September at which the Cancer Challenge Singers performed along with other guest artists.

The Charity continues to receive financial donations from its sister organisation, the Neath Port Talbot Cancer Challenge Singers whose members also contribute much welcome practical assistance at Charity events and collections.

The Friends of Morriston Hospital recently donated £20,000 to the Charity. Thank you very, very much.

Pamela Young

Members of the Charity were saddened by the passing of our secretary Pamela Young this month. Pamela served the Charity for many years and continued working with her usual dedication until the end of last year.

Book Sales at the Gnoll

We are very grateful to all those who purchase or donate books for the Charity at the Gnoll Park Visitor Centre in Neath. Book sales raised £989 during 2019 but unfortunately it has not been possible to continue during this very difficult year. We hope for better times in 2021!

Charity Committee Meets Local MPs at Westminster

Members of the Charity Committee travelled to the Palace of Westminster in London on 29th October to meet local Aberavon MP Stephen Kinnock, Gower MP Tonia Antoniazzi and former Neath MP Lord Peter Hain.
Visit our Events Page to see photographs and a link to the letter of welcome written by Stephen Kinnock.

Neath Writers' Group

Neath Writer's Group has produced a book of poems and short stories, entitled "You Are Never Alone", about the challenges of living with cancer.

Copies can be purchased for £5 from Neath Library with all proceeds being donated to the charity.