OSCAR Dragon Boat Race 2019

Just after Oscar’s third birthday, he was referred to Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) where his future would change forever. He was diagnosed with Leukaemia.

He had 5 brain haemorrhages and 3 bone marrow transplants. But just as everyone began to lose hope, Oscar started to get better. He only survived thanks to pioneering research carried out at GOSH, funded by our amazing supporters like you.

Child health research receives just 5% of UK research funding and there are thousands of children, like OSCAR, who could benefit from further pioneering research. This is where you come in. 

How you can help

Please help us save more children’s lives by smashing your £5,000 fundraising target! All the money you raise will go towards funding vital paediatric research. 

"For the last five years we’ve seen the shipping industry come together to make something really special happen. So far, the OSCAR Campaign has raised over £1.8 million to help advance pioneering medical treatment for seriously ill children around the world. But, there’s a lot more to be done. Child health research receives just 5% of UK research funding, which is why we’re now aiming for the £2 million milestone. Sign up for the OSCAR Dragon Boat Race this year, network with your shipping industry peers, have fun and – most importantly - save lives.” Phil Parry, Spinnaker Global

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