Our 2026 Charity Partner – Tom’s Trust

Each year, we proudly support a chosen charity partner, and for the 2026 edition of the Northstowe Half Marathon and 5K, we are excited to be working with Tom’s Trust. Tom’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to providing psychological support to children with brain tumours and their families. By supporting the whole family, we help them to create their brightest possible future beyond diagnosis. Tom’s Trust plays a vital role in our region and beyond. We hope you will join us in supporting this incredible cause, whether by running for them, volunteering at the event, or making a donation.

Tom’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to providing psychological support to children with brain tumours and their families. By supporting the whole family, we help them to create their brightest possible future beyond diagnosis.

Founded in memory of Tom Whiteley, who passed away aged nine, Tom’s Trust believes that survival is just the beginning – and that no family should have to face the journey alone. The charity funds specialist clinical psychologists in hospitals like Addenbrooke’s (Cambridge), supporting children through treatment, recovery, and – when needed – bereavement. Their support makes a lifelong difference to children’s cognitive and emotional wellbeing.

Every year in the UK:

  • Around 500 children are diagnosed with brain tumours
  • Over 60% experience long-term difficulties from treatment
  • Psychological support is not routinely funded by the NHS

Tom’s Trust steps in to change this, ensuring families receive compassionate, expert care that helps children rebuild their lives.

All profits from the Tom’s Trust 5K will go directly to the charity, helping to fund vital psychological support for families across the region. In addition, Tom’s Trust has a number of sponsored entries to the Half Marathon available for those who would like to run and raise funds for this life-changing cause.

By running, volunteering, or donating as part of the Northstowe Half Marathon & Tom’s Trust 5K, you’ll help fund:

✔️ Early mental-health intervention
✔️ Cognitive rehabilitation
✔️ Support for siblings and families
✔️ Bereavement and palliative care services

Together, we can make a lasting difference to the lives of families facing the toughest journey.

Learn more at: www.tomstrust.org.uk