North Star Cancer Collective

The North Star Cancer Collective is a collaborative partnership of leading UK charities dedicated to improving outcomes and quality of life for children, teenagers, young adults, and their families affected by cancer. The Collective brings together expertise and resources from member organisations including Shine Cancer Support, CCLG, Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, Young Lives vs Cancer, and others to provide integrated and comprehensive support across the cancer journey.

The Collective focuses on delivering coordinated, age-appropriate care and support tailored to the unique needs of young people living with cancer. This includes emotional and psychological support, practical help, social and peer connection, education and employment guidance, and advocacy for improved cancer services and research.

By fostering collaboration among charities, healthcare providers, and community services, the North Star Cancer Collective aims to ensure no young person faces cancer alone and that they receive holistic care that supports their physical, emotional, and social wellbeing throughout treatment and beyond.

[Information & Support, Peer support, Help with work and money, Emotional & mental health support]