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Fundraising ideas

Hi, I'm Hannah, and I'm here to help you fundraise!

Whether you'd like a collection box, a place at a running event, or just someone to talk your ideas through - that's what I'm here for. 

Whether you're fundraising as a thank you to our team, in memory of a loved one, or to support someone who's recently been diagnosed - everyone's needs are different. So do get in touch for a chat - I'd love to hear from you.

Email me at [email protected] or call 07849691356.

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Supporting your employee

Supporting your employee

Be there for your employee who is affected by aplastic anaemia. Ideas and advice on how to support your employee who has aplastic anaemia or has a loved one with aplastic anaemia, so they feel seen and included. Read more

Published: 17th April, 2024

Updated: 15th September, 2025

Author: Hannah Mitchell

Wedding fundraising for The Aplastic Anaemia Trust

Wedding fundraising for The Aplastic Anaemia Trust

If you're planning to tie the knot and are wondering how you might support The Aplastic Anaemia Trust as you celebrate, we're here to help! Read more

Published: 7th February, 2024

Updated: 15th February, 2024

Author: Ellie Dawes

Get involved with SUPER RARE 2024

Get involved with SUPER RARE 2024

Set your own challenge in February and March 2024; hold a bake sale, host a quiz or join a walk and be there for someone with aplastic anaemia. Feel part of a large and strong community and if you raise over £200 we’ll send you a super rare t-shirt. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2023

Author: Hannah Mitchell

Walk with us

Walk with us

Join one of our walks or organise your own walking challenge. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2023

Updated: 7th February, 2024

Author: Hannah Mitchell

Join a Santa Splash or do your own

Join a Santa Splash or do your own

Join people up and down the country and get in the cold water on December 3rd. This is the 3rd year of running this annual event and it's always filled with laughs. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2023

Author: Hannah Mitchell

Fundraising social media

Fundraising social media

Social media graphics for you to use to support your fundraising. Read more

Published: 14th January, 2021

Updated: 26th July, 2023

Author: Ellie Dawes

Book your own place and run for us!

Book your own place and run for us!

Browse this list of organised running events and follow the links to book your place Read more

Published: 22nd August, 2018

Updated: 28th April, 2023

Author: Anonymised User

Host a sports day

Host a sports day

Whatever your sport of choice, host a challenge day for the AAT Read more

Published: 8th June, 2018

Author: Grazina Berry

4th March - aplastic anaemia awareness day

4th March - aplastic anaemia awareness day

Do something extraordinary on the 4th March - our annual aplastic anaemia awareness day Read more

Published: 17th May, 2018

Updated: 28th April, 2023

Author: Grazina Berry

Bake for us

Bake for us

Host a tea party or bake sale or make it competitive and bake a cake and turn it into a competition with your colleagues at work or in your local community and raise money in the process. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2018

Updated: 5th May, 2023

Author: Grazina Berry

A virtual 10k

A virtual 10k

You can run 10k for the Aplastic Anaemia Trust in your own time, at your own pace and wherever you please, as long as you complete it! Read more

Published: 17th May, 2018

Author: Grazina Berry

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    Treatment to reduce your risk of infections

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  • Raising for the rare

    Running for Thomas!!! My son was diagnosed with Severe aplastic anemia in June 2025.

  • Young People's Support Group Taster Session

    Young People's Support Group Taster Session

    Are you aged 16-25, and affected by a rare bone marrow failure condition? If so, we'd love you to join us at our young people's support group taster session where we will help you to navigate stressful and uncertain times.

  • London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027

    London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027

    Join our 2027 London Landmarks Team! Spaces are limited and going fast so we recommend signing up now!

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    Covid Vaccination Updates

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    Treatment involving anti-thymocyte globulin (ATG)

    If you are an adult patient going into the hospital for ATG treatment, this fact sheet is for you

  • What is aplastic anaemia?

    What is aplastic anaemia?

    Aplastic means your bone marrow is failing to produce enough of all essential blood cells. Learn more about the condition, treatment, and how it impacts your life.

  • What is receiving ATG treatment like?

    What is receiving ATG treatment like?

    If you're reading this it means that you’re due to have your ATG treatment or have been told that this is the best treatment option for you. I’m going to share with you my own experience of having ATG.

  • Treatment with ciclosporin

    Treatment with ciclosporin

    Ciclosporin used as part of Anti-Thymocyte Globulin (ATG) treatment for adult patients

  • Diagnosis and treatment: a short summary

    Diagnosis and treatment information for adult patients. It worth noting that some of the main treatment options may also apply to young patients, however they will be treated by experts specialising in paediatric aplastic anaemia.

  • Get support

    Get support

    If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with aplastic anaemia or another rare bone marrow failure condition, we are here to help. No question is too big, or too small. Contact us online or give us a call.

  • Holidays and Travel

    Holidays and Travel

    How to plan a holiday when diagnosed with aplastic anaemia

  • Eltrombopag for the treatment of aplastic anaemia

    Eltrombopag for the treatment of aplastic anaemia

    Eltrombopag is one of the newer treatments for aplastic anaemia. You can find out more about it here.

  • Buffy's story

    Buffy's story

    This blog has been extremely hard for me to write...

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Emotional Wellbeing support

Emotional Wellbeing support

Living with a rare bone marrow failure condition, or supporting someone who is can have a big impact on your emotional wellbeing. Our expert team are here to help you navigate these challenges and help you to feel less anxious and more in control. Read more

Published: 3rd January, 2024

Updated: 1st April, 2026

Author: Ellie Dawes

Register with The Aplastic Anaemia Trust

Register with The Aplastic Anaemia Trust

Are you living with aplastic anaemia, or a related condition like PNH, Fanconi anaemia, Dyskeratosis Congenita or Schwachman Diamond Syndrome? Or are you supporting a friend or family member who has? Please take a few minutes to register with us here. Read more

Published: 31st July, 2025

Updated: 4th February, 2026

Author: Ellie Dawes

Live in Wales? Write to your Senedd candidates and ask them to ensure patients have access to eltrombopag!

Live in Wales? Write to your Senedd candidates and ask them to ensure patients have access to eltrombopag!

On May 7th, the people of Wales go to the polls to elect new members of the Welsh Parliament. This election is an opportunity for those impacted by aplastic anaemia to raise the vital issue of fair access to medications for those living with rare diseases. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2026

Updated: 16th April, 2026

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