Carpmaels & Ransford has raised over £11,000 for its charity of the year Blood Cancer UK which is dedicated to beating blood cancer by funding research, supporting those affected, and campaigning for change.

Over the past 12 months, the firm has taken part in a whole host of fundraising initiatives including the Richmond Autumn Riverside 10k and Half Marathon in which 25 people from Carpmaels took part raising over £5,000.

The Carpmaels Charities Team has also organised numerous fundraising events this year, including a book swap, quiz, raffle, bake sales, a Halloween party and most recently a festive jumper day.

Isobel Barry, Partner and CSR lead at Carpmaels & Ransford, said: “We chose Blood Cancer UK as our charity of the year because of the vital research and support it provides for people affected by blood cancers. From funding pioneering scientific breakthroughs to offering essential information for patients and families, their work has a profound impact. We are proud to contribute to the difference Blood Cancer UK is marking every day.”

Lydia Eddens, Lead Regional Relationship Manager for Blood Cancer UK said:

“We’re incredibly grateful to everyone at Carpmaels & Ransford who, over the course of the partnership, brought real enthusiasm, creativity and community spirit to every fundraising moment. The funds they’ve raised will help drive the research and support that takes us another step closer to beating blood cancer for good.”

Blood Cancer UK is dedicated to funding research into all forms of blood cancer, including leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma, and has invested £500 million into blood cancer research over the last 60 years. Their mission is to improve survival rates, accelerate the development of new treatments, and ensure that everyone affected by blood cancer receives the best possible care. Find out more at bloodcancer.org.uk.