Melanie Geddes

Please help me to raise funds for ovacome to help people who are affected by Ovarian Cancer

I am running my 1st Marathon on the 24th May 2026 in memory of my Mum Laura Haines who we lost April 2023 due to Ovarian cancer. 

Mum was diagnosed just after her 60th birthday with stage IV ovarian cancer. Her journey was a rollercoaster she kept a fighting spirit and went through so much treatment and events. 

I’m not sure if mum was aware of Ovacome but from finding out about the charity I feel it would have been a real comfort and support to mum and the family. 

I am running the Edinburgh Marathon and want  to raised at least £750. Running is something I love and has helped me with the grief of loosing my mum. 

Can you help me make a real difference to the life of someone affected by ovarian cancer?

I’m raising funds for Ovacome, the national UK charity focused on providing support and information to anyone affected by this disease. Ovacome is a strong community for those who have been diagnosed, those who think that they might be at risk, friends and family, and healthcare professionals.

Ovacome exists to reduce isolation, provide expert information, promote understanding of ovarian cancer and its symptoms, and to support those affected by it in their time of need.  

Ovacome’s specialist support team is there to help those living with ovarian cancer navigate their treatment, care and life beyond the disease through the charity’s telephone support line, email, and 24-hour forum. Ovacome also hosts online and in-person groups, workshops, and events where people affected can meet others in similar circumstances, share advice, make friends, and offer encouragement to one another in a safe environment.

Ovacome receives no government funding and so relies on its donors and fundraisers to make its life-changing work possible. Your generosity could help someone affected by ovarian cancer access the vital support and resources they need. Any amount you feel able to give could have a huge impact on the experience of someone facing a diagnosis.

It would mean a lot to me if you could share my fundraising page with your friends, family, colleagues and on your social media.