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Xxxx(place) woman/man/group raises xxxx forMacmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning

A woman/man/group* from xxxxx(place) has raised xxxxx for people living with cancer by hosting an event as part of Macmillan Cancer Support’s World Biggest Coffee Morning.The event was held on xxxxxx(date) at xxxxxxx (location).

Macmillan’s Coffee Morning takes place on Friday 27th September and we need your help to support the growing number of people living with cancer across the UK

Macmillan is almost entirely funded by donations and simply cannot support the growing number of people with cancer who need them without the public’s help. Every two minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with cancer. There are over 2.5 million people living with cancer in the UK and this is set to grow to almost 4 million by 2030.

Organiser xxxx(your name) says “EG: I/We* are so pleased to have raised such a good amount for Macmillan Cancer Support. Every pound counts and will make such a difference to people living with cancer. I want to thank everyone who came and made it such a success. “

If possible provide nice clear photos of your event to give to your local media.*delete as appropriateSupport people with cancer in your community to live life as fully as they can, by joining in Macmillan’s Coffee Morning this September. For more information go to: www.macmillan.org.uk/coffee

EndsFor more information please contact xxx (add your names, phone number and email)For more information about the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning: www.macmillan.org.uk/coffee

Macmillan is the UK’s leading cancer supporter charity giving personal, one to one care and support to thousands of people every day. Macmillan are the only charity supporting anyone, no matter their age, where they live and or their cancer diagnosis. We’re here to help everyone with cancer live life as fully as they can, providing physical, financial and emotional support. So whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.

For information, support or just someone to talk to, call 0808 808 00 00 or visit macmillan.org.uk.

Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UQ. VAT no: 668265007

About Macmillan and M&SM&S has been headline partner of Macmillan’s Coffee Morning since 2010. Throughout last year M&S raised almost £3 million, enough to fund 55 Macmillan professionals for a year. An incredible £2 million came from the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, running throughout September. These professionals are a lifeline for many patients and their families; giving crucial emotional support, helping manage treatment side effects and sharing practical advice like diet and lifestyle tips.

Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UQ. VAT no: 668265007