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A charity website where people with cancer and their families can access a variety of donated gifts. Having cancer can be expensive and is a costly illness.

We provide donated gifts, experiences and essentials to people affected by cancer and their families/Carers. From the moment you are diagnosed with cancer your life is taken over by hospital visits, treatments, tests, uncertainty, and often, financial worries. It is important for cancer patients and their families to have some positive time away from the disease and the nightmare that they are liv

ing through and have some respite and the chance to focus on relationships, create positive memories and have some quality fun time together. The charity ‘Something To Look Forward To’ benefits people with cancer and their carers’ and/or families who have been financially burdened as a result of their diagnosis. It can take a toll on health, emotions, time, relationships and finances. The aim of ‘Something to Look Forward to’ is: “To promote the well-being, relieve the stress and in particular aid the recuperation of those who are experiencing the effects of cancer and its treatment, together with their carer’s and/or families. In particular by the provision of positive individual and/or family experiences”

The objective is to provide a comprehensive website where cancer sufferers and their families can access a variety of free offers donated by companies. These could include such things as restaurant meals; hotel stays; theatre tickets; beauty treatments; tickets for sports events; tickets for theme parks….the list is endless.

02/09/2026

🌿 A gentle reminder for our cancer community in Norfolk…

Sometimes a whole day out can feel like too much.

Cancer and its treatment can mean fatigue, pain and energy levels that change from one day to the next. That’s why we absolutely love this donated experience from our wonderful friends at Blickling Estate National Trust.

Through ‘Something To Look Forward To’, eligible people affected by cancer can apply for a pass giving them unlimited admission to Blickling Estate throughout the year, for themselves and their partner and/or family.

And the really special thing about this gift?

There’s no pressure to do it all in one day. 💚

Visit the Hall when you're feeling up to it. Wander around the gardens for an hour. Come back another day to explore the parkland. Or simply enjoy a short change of scenery and return home when you've had enough.

When you're living with cancer, having that flexibility can make such a difference. You can enjoy Blickling at your own pace, on the days that work for you.

A huge thank you to Blickling Estate and The National Trust for continuing to make this possible for our cancer community. 🌿

👉 Find out more and apply:

https://somethingtolookforwardto.org.uk/gifts/experiences/unlimited-admission-blickling-estate-national-trust-norfolk/

01/09/2026

ONE YEAR OF PUREGYM × SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TO 💚💪

What a difference a year can make.

Over the past 12 months, our incredible partnership with PureGym has provided 1,450 free 12-month gym memberships to people affected by cancer across the UK.

For many of our beneficiaries, cancer has changed their relationship with their body, their confidence and their independence. Treatment can affect strength and fitness, while the financial impact of a diagnosis can mean that something like a gym membership simply isn't affordable.

PureGym has helped us remove that barrier.

The feedback from our cancer community shows that these memberships are about so much more than exercise. Beneficiaries have told us about rebuilding strength, regaining confidence, feeling less isolated, improving their emotional wellbeing and, perhaps most importantly, having something in their lives that isn't about cancer.

As one beneficiary beautifully put it:

“This membership has been a lifeline for me. I am exercising and laughing more and more. It is a welcome distraction from cancer.”

To the team at PureGym – thank you for believing in our work and for making such a significant commitment to our cancer community.

This feels like the perfect time to start talking about something else we believe strongly in: movement looks different for everyone.

Walking. Swimming. Lifting. Dancing. Running. Stretching. Whatever works for you.

We have something exciting coming this September that will invite all of us to get moving together. 👀💚

Watch this space...

31/08/2026

🐾 MEET THE NEWEST MEMBER OF TEAM STLFT! 🐾

We’re delighted to introduce Margot, our newest (and possibly fluffiest) recruit at Something To Look Forward To. 💕

Margot is a Tibetan Terrier and after a rigorous recruitment process involving treats, cuddles and demonstrating an ability to sit next to a laptop looking important, she has officially joined the team as our new…

✨ Chief Paw-sitivity Officer ✨

Her responsibilities will include boosting team morale, supervising fundraising buckets, providing emotional support during busy days and ensuring nobody works through lunch when there are walks to be had.

Margot joins our already highly experienced canine workforce of Wilf, Jeremy & Suki and as you can see, the first team meeting went remarkably well. 🐶🐶🐶🐶

We’re not entirely sure how much work is going to get done with four office dogs now on the payroll, but morale has never been higher. 😂

Welcome to the team, Margot! 💚

25/08/2026

🏡 Nearly 50 holiday home owners and counting! 💚

We’re incredibly proud of what our partnership with Travel Chapter the people behind holidaycottages.co.uk is making possible for people affected by cancer and financial hardship.

Since working together, nearly 50 holiday home owners across the UK have come forward to donate stays in their properties to our cancer community – giving individuals, couples and families the chance to escape the pressures of cancer, spend precious time together and create memories.

Many of these breaks have already been allocated to beneficiaries, with more wonderful owners continuing to join us as we speak.

What makes this partnership so special is its simplicity. Holiday home owners are giving something they already have – time in their property and turning it into something incredibly meaningful for someone going through cancer.

A huge thank you to the team at Travel Chapter, and to every single owner who has chosen to get involved. Your generosity is giving families across the UK a much-needed break and, most importantly, . 💚

We’re delighted that Travel Chapter has shared more about our partnership in their latest blog – take a read below. 👇

24/08/2026

🌺 The best partnerships are the ones that keep finding new ways to make a difference.

We’re incredibly proud to partner with Chestnut - Crafted Hospitality who regularly donate wonderful Dinner, Bed & Breakfast stays to people affected by cancer.

But great partnerships can go beyond regular giving. When Chestnut had the opportunity to donate tickets to the RHS Sandringham Flower Show, they thought of our families and one family enjoyed a very special day together. 💙

They told us:

“We had such a lovely family day out and it was great to have a sunny walk around all the beautiful gardens and flowers. It was a lovely treat away from cancer and something I wouldn’t have been able to see without your kind gift.”

This is exactly what we mean by thinking outside the partnership box – spotting an opportunity and turning it into ‘Something To Look Forward To’ for a family affected by cancer.

A huge thank you to Chestnut for your continued generosity and for always thinking of our families. 🌺💙

20/08/2026

A little bit of magic can make a very big difference…

We’re incredibly lucky to have the wonderful Wizard Walk of York as one of our regular monthly donors, generously gifting family tickets to people affected by cancer.

The Wizard Walk is a magical, family-friendly adventure through the streets of York, packed with comedy, magic and plenty of silliness along the way.

And while it might simply sound like a fun family day out, for the families we support these experiences can mean so much more.

Anneka, 42, lives with her husband and two children and was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in 2025. Before receiving her gift, she told us she had been feeling “very miserable and unhappy”.

After being gifted tickets for her family, she told us:

“Me and my family had a wonderful time. It really helped me forget everything and the silly jokes gave me a lift.”

And she had a special message for the donor:

“I cannot thank you enough for your kindness in donating this experience.”

These gorgeous photos show a couple of the families who have been able to enjoy some much-needed fun together thanks to this ongoing generosity. 💙

Regular donors like The Wizard Walk of York are so important to our work. Knowing that these experiences are being donated month after month means we can continue giving families affected by cancer opportunities to switch off, laugh together and have Something To Look Forward To.

A huge and very magical thank you to The Wizard Walk of York for continuing to support our families.

18/08/2026

💙 “You have helped me make memories with my friends and family.”

Claire has been affected by triple negative breast cancer for the past six years.

Like so many people affected by cancer, the impact goes far beyond what others can see.

Claire told us:

“I just felt like everyone thinks because I don’t look ill that I am OK, which is not true.”

Through ‘Something To Look Forward To’, Claire and her family were gifted a week-long stay near Whitby, giving them the opportunity to get away, spend precious time together and make some very special memories.

After their break, Claire told us:

“It was lovely to go away and spend time with my friends. My son really enjoyed crabbing and it has created precious memories for him.”

She also sent us these gorgeous photos of her family and friends enjoying their time away, along with the message:

“Just wanted to say thank you for an amazing time in Sleights. It was wonderful x”

And to the incredibly generous donor who made their break possible, Claire wanted to say:

“I’d like to say thank you for your generosity. You have helped me make memories with my friends and family.”

💙 This is what a donated holiday can give to a family affected by cancer – time together, a change of scenery and precious memories that will stay with them long after they return home.

A huge thank you to the wonderful donor who made this possible.

15/08/2026

🌿 National Relaxation Day

Sometimes, relaxation isn't about escaping.

It's about finding the strength to keep going. 💜

When Michelle was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer, she had to give up her self-employed job during treatment, leaving her family facing a significant loss of income.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of Heartwood Collection and The Coat & Bear, Michelle and her husband were able to enjoy an overnight stay with breakfast—a chance to step away from hospital appointments, financial worries and the challenges of everyday life.

In Michelle's own words:

"This has helped me feel much more positive, both emotionally and physically. It has given us the strength we needed, allowing us to continue being a source of love, support and strength for our children."

That is the power of relaxation.

Not just a night away.

A chance to breathe.

To reconnect.

To remember that life is about more than cancer.

A huge thank you to Heartwood Collection and The Coat & Bear for creating moments like these for families affected by cancer. Your kindness is making a lasting difference. 💜

If your business could donate a stay, meal, tickets or experience, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can give even more people something to look forward to.

12/08/2026

⛳🍔 New Partnership Announcement! 🍹💜

We're thrilled to welcome Golf Fang Birmingham and Birdies BBQ as the latest businesses to support Something To Look Forward To.

Thanks to their incredible generosity, twice every month, a group of four people affected by cancer will enjoy an unforgettable evening of:

⛳ A round of Golf Fang's immersive crazy golf
🍔 A delicious burger from Birdies BBQ
🍹 A drink of their choice

When you're living with cancer, opportunities to step away from hospital appointments, treatment and financial worries can make a huge difference. A simple evening out with loved ones can provide laughter, connection and precious memories when they're needed most.

A huge thank you to the fantastic teams at Golf Fang Birmingham and Birdies BBQ for helping us create more moments of joy for families affected by cancer poverty. 💜

If you know a business that could donate an experience, we'd love to hear from them. Together, we can give even more people something to look forward to.

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