Friends of Anchor

Friends of Anchor Supporting people in the north of Scotland who are affected by cancer or a blood disorder - with compassion, care and hope. [email protected]

18/06/2026

Tonight we hear from Laura, whose positivity is something we all admired throughout her Courage experience.

Her breast cancer diagnosis sparked a whole new outlook on life, encouraging her to make the best of every moment - which she talks about so beautifully in this film. Here is Laura's story, as told for Courage on the Catwalk 2026.

🎬: Film by Elliot Hornell

We don't know about you, but one thing we cannot resist is homemade tablet 😍As Rena's partner Willie was preparing to ma...
18/06/2026

We don't know about you, but one thing we cannot resist is homemade tablet 😍

As Rena's partner Willie was preparing to make his Brave catwalk debut in May, she was busy cooking up a storm to help maximise his fundraising total. Selling her tasty treats at the Tesco counter, Ocho Macduff and the local pharmacy, Rena's tablet was a huge hit, raising a fantastic £1,220.70 for Friends of ANCHOR!

Thank you so much Rena for all your hard work and fundraising ❤

17/06/2026

Next up is Kenny, a retired journalist with an abundance of interesting stories to tell ❤

In 2023, Kenny saw a GP after experiencing discomfort and passing urine more often. He was referred for a PSA test and biopsies which confirmed he had prostate cancer. Here's his story, as told for Brave 2026.

We are HIRING! ✨Due to maternity leave within the fundraising team, we're looking for someone to join us for the next ye...
17/06/2026

We are HIRING! ✨

Due to maternity leave within the fundraising team, we're looking for someone to join us for the next year as our Fundraising Coordinator, supporting a milestone year for the charity.

This is a hands-on role at the heart of our fundraising and events, helping deliver everything from challenge events to major campaigns while providing a great experience for our supporters.

If you’re organised, proactive, and enjoy working with people, this is a chance to make a genuine difference across the North-east of Scotland.
📍 Aberdeen (office-based)
⏳ Full time – maternity cover
🗓️ Apply by Wednesday 15 July

For a full job specification and application details, please email [email protected]

While this is a maternity cover contract, we can promise a year filled with variety, events, achievement and job satisfaction, in a small and supportive team where you can really make your mark.

Please share this post to help our hiring news get out there!

We've dug out some great pictures from Friends of ANCHOR's Ride the North archive as we're gearing up for this year's ev...
17/06/2026

We've dug out some great pictures from Friends of ANCHOR's Ride the North archive as we're gearing up for this year's event 🚲

Have you been enjoying those long bike rides in the evening after work and want to set yourself a challenge? We’ve got some charity spaces available ⭐

Choose your distance, enter our charity code, and you're ready to go.

Get in touch if you'd like to don your red cycling tee in August: https://friendsofanchor.org/index.php/events/ride-the-north

16/06/2026

It's been a whole month since the Courage ladies stepped onto the catwalk and tonight, we're hearing from the lovely Kelly ❤

Kelly should have been enjoying her pregnancy and preparing to become a mum when she received the devastating news that she had bowel cancer. Here is her story, as told for Courage on the Catwalk 2026.

🎬: Film by Elliot Hornell

Have you picked up a copy of Spotlight magazine yet? 📰Dr Annie Kennedy is the Clinical Lead for Oncology at ARI and in o...
16/06/2026

Have you picked up a copy of Spotlight magazine yet? 📰

Dr Annie Kennedy is the Clinical Lead for Oncology at ARI and in our newest edition of Spotlight, she discusses the impact of Friends of ANCHOR's support through equipment, software upgrades, furniture and making special memories for families.

You can read more of Dr Kennedy's interview here:https://friendsofanchor.org/images/2026/FOA-21120_Spotlight_issue_20_Digital.pdf

If you'd like to be added to our mailing list to receive a copy of Spotlight in the post, please sign-up here: https://app.donorfy.com/form/LF0RWVHGR1/stayintouch

15/06/2026

Starting off this week of model films is Gary, a taxi driver from Danestone.

In 2024, Gary was undergoing investigations for prostate cancer when he collapsed at home with a bowel obstruction and sepsis. He underwent life-saving surgey and was told the devastating news he had bowel cancer. He needed to begin treatment right away - putting all treatment for prostate cancer on hold.

Watching Gary's confidence build each week throughout his Brave experience was a total joy. Here's his story, as told for Brave 2026.

We would love to hear your thoughts about Friends of ANCHOR services 💬If you are a current or former oncology or haemato...
15/06/2026

We would love to hear your thoughts about Friends of ANCHOR services 💬

If you are a current or former oncology or haematology patient in Grampian, Shetland or Orkney, take a couple minutes to tell us about your experience with the charity. Your views will help us shape our services for the future.

Take our anonymous survey: https://forms.office.com/e/ZjiiHAP3SD

Come on Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ⚽️Each month, our themed treat trolley makes its way around the ANCHOR Unit, keeping patients ...
13/06/2026

Come on Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ⚽️

Each month, our themed treat trolley makes its way around the ANCHOR Unit, keeping patients stocked up with snacks, fruit and juice during their treatment sessions. Yesterday, Lynn and Eda had the pleasure of helping everyone get into the football spirit! ⚽️💙

Our volunteer Susan Sutherland couldn't let this historic occasion pass by without donating something extra special. Susan very kindly gifted us this beautiful hand-made Scotland-themed bouquet wrapped in a Saltire, made by Stacey Makes & Creates, to decorate our treat trolley. It's a wonderful gesture that is guaranteed to bring a smile to patients' faces and add a touch of Scottish pride to the day 💙🤍

Thank you, Susan ⚓️

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