Smiles For Stanley

Smiles For Stanley In April 2017, on the day Stanley turned 18 months old, we were told he had a large tumour in his abdomen. Stanley now faces a minimum of 18 months treatment.

Over the next few days we discovered that he had stage 4 high risk neuroblastoma involving a 13cm mass on his adrenal gland with spread to his liver, lungs and bone marrow. He has already endured 8 rounds of induction chemotherapy and will shortly embark on his second round of additional chemotherapy and in the next few weeks he will hopefully undergo an invasive 12 hour operation to remove the ma

in mass from his abdomen. Further treatment includes high dose chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant, radiation therapy, immunotherapy and vitamin therapy. Despite the exhaustive treatment provided in the UK there is still only a 50% chance of survival so in Summer 2018 we are aiming to take Stanley to America to take part in a clinical trial which will hopefully significantly increase these odds for him. This is a hideous disease and one which children of any age, particularly so young, should not have to go through. Despite the odds many do beat it, and Stanley will do too. Our little boy is a fighter, he's already showing his strength and bravery by maintaining his happy character, smiles and laughter, throughout his treatment so far. We are asking for your help in raising funds which will enable us to enrol Stanley on the clinical trial and take him to America to receive this innovative treatment. Thank you in advance for your kind and generous support, it is very much appreciated. Twitter-
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RACE TEN!! On our Stanley George’s 10th Birthday 🥰Carsington Water 10k, a particularly hilly course (!!) and our largest...
18/10/2025

RACE TEN!! On our Stanley George’s 10th Birthday 🥰

Carsington Water 10k, a particularly hilly course (!!) and our largest group of runners and supporters so far in honour of Stanley’s big day.

Stanley’s Daddy, Paul, Mummy, Sarah and friends Charlotte, Mandy, Mac and David all completed the course.

I’ve included a photo of Smiley Stanley on his first birthday.

So missed and so very loved xx

We’re so proud of the support Stanley is receiving from our friends, family and donations, thank you!!

www.justgiving.com/page/10x10forstanleys10th


RACE EIGHT!!Samuel, Stanley’s oldest cousin, ran race eight on Sunday 31st August (but FB didn’t post 🙄)I’ve included a ...
02/09/2025

RACE EIGHT!!

Samuel, Stanley’s oldest cousin, ran race eight on Sunday 31st August (but FB didn’t post 🙄)

I’ve included a photo of Samuel meeting Stanley for the first time as he and his sister, Olivia, look so proud 😍

We’re so proud of the support Stanley is receiving from our friends, family and donations, thank you!!

www.justgiving.com/page/10x10forstanleys10th


RACE SEVEN!!Not as hot this time but just about every season per hour ☔️☀️💨Family friend Dave Wallace smashed the 10K fo...
20/07/2025

RACE SEVEN!!

Not as hot this time but just about every season per hour ☔️☀️💨

Family friend Dave Wallace smashed the 10K for Smiles for Stanley and had his wife and daughters cheering him all the way!!

We’re so proud of the support Stanley is receiving from our friends, family and donations, thank you!!

www.justgiving.com/page/10x10forstanleys10th


RACE SIX!!What a scorcher it was 🥵🥵Paul is slowly coming back from injury so attacked the 5k along with his sister, Kerr...
29/06/2025

RACE SIX!!

What a scorcher it was 🥵🥵

Paul is slowly coming back from injury so attacked the 5k along with his sister, Kerry, brother-in-law, Simon, and Stanley’s mummy, Sarah (her first ever race!)

Mac, a hardened Smiles for Stanley supporter, smashed the 10K and came second overall!! Legend!

Meanwhile Tasha juggled all 4 kids who were supporting!

We’re so proud of the support Stanley is receiving from our friends, family and donations, thank you!!

www.justgiving.com/page/10x10forstanleys10th


RACE FIVE!!Paul is unfortunately still out of action so it was the turn of Graham Sinclair, an avid Smiles for Stanley s...
11/05/2025

RACE FIVE!!

Paul is unfortunately still out of action so it was the turn of Graham Sinclair, an avid Smiles for Stanley supporter, having competed all the cycle challenges, to take up the 10k baton. A very hot day for a 10k but Graham smashed it in sunny Norwich!

Meanwhile in Bedford, Donna has smashed out ANOTHER 10k for Stanley, what a legend!

We’re so proud of the support Stanley is receiving from our friends, family and donations, thank you!!

www.justgiving.com/page/10x10forstanleys10th


RACE FOUR!!The wonderful Donna was back in all her glory today - Flitwick 10k had a few brutal hills but was a very spec...
13/04/2025

RACE FOUR!!

The wonderful Donna was back in all her glory today - Flitwick 10k had a few brutal hills but was a very special route as it passed the driveways of both of Stanley’s homes

Thank you for all your donations so far, it means so much for people to donate in Stanley’s honour and in recognition of all the hard work that goes into these races

www.justgiving.com/page/10x10forstanleys10th


14/03/2025

RACE THREE!

Paul had an MRI on his knee on Wednesday, possible meniscal tear, awaiting results.

Today, however, Craig Wilson, Stanley’s Godfather, surprised us by doing the intended race all by himself. What a wonderful thing to do 🥰

So here’s a video of the route. Paul will add this one back in later in the year once he’s fixed! Map of route in comments as looks cool!

Please show your support for Craig doing this for Stanley and all those children who shouldn’t have to suffer at the hands of this cruel disease, thank you

www.justgiving.com/page/10x10forstanleys10th


Race Two!!Unfortunately Paul suffered an injury in the last race (possible meniscal tear 🫣) and was unable to race today...
23/02/2025

Race Two!!

Unfortunately Paul suffered an injury in the last race (possible meniscal tear 🫣) and was unable to race today

HOWEVER!!

The unstoppable Donna absolutely smashed it and represented Solving Kids' Cancer in an epic fashion!!

Incredibly grateful for the friends we have made along this horrid journey, Donna & Ali are mums to the wonderful Finn who was treated alongside Stanley at Addenbrookes. Finn and his sister Rosie were there to cheer their mum on today too!!

It’s not too late to donate!! We’re incredibly grateful for all the donations made so far 🥰

www.justgiving.com/page/10x10forstanleys10th


Race 1 of 10 Smiles for Stanley 10 x 10k for Stanley at Sherwood Pines.Freddie, Darcey and their friend Flora did the ch...
19/01/2025

Race 1 of 10 Smiles for Stanley 10 x 10k for Stanley at Sherwood Pines.

Freddie, Darcey and their friend Flora did the children’s race and now their daddies are off doing the 10k

A balmy 1 degrees in Nottinghamshire today but at least it’s dry!


🏃🏃🏃10 x 10k for Stanley’s 10th 🏃🏃🏃At the start of a new year, as parents are prepping children for back to school this w...
05/01/2025

🏃🏃🏃10 x 10k for Stanley’s 10th 🏃🏃🏃

At the start of a new year, as parents are prepping children for back to school this week we are, as ever, acutely aware that we’re only packing two backpacks, not three.

In honour of Stanley’s 10th birthday on October 18, 2025, Paul has set himself an inspiring challenge: to run ten official 10k races, one each month throughout 2025, finishing with the final race on Stanley’s special day.

Having not run since completing a marathon in Stanley’s memory back in 2018, this will be a significant undertaking for Paul, with a race roughly every four weeks. The challenge will push him physically and mentally, but the training and commitment will bring immense pride as the family celebrates their first born’s milestone birthday.

We’re thrilled that some family and friends are already lacing up their trainers to join Paul in one or more of the races (listed below). If you’d like to take part and run alongside him, we’d love for you to get involved too!

Paul is running in support of Smiles for Stanley through Solving Kids’ Cancer. If you’re able to donate and show your support, please click the link provided. Every contribution will make a difference.

Sarah, Freddie, and Darcey will be cheering him on every step of the way and would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who helps raise vital funds for this incredible cause.

Thank you for taking the time to read and be part of this special celebration of Stanley’s 10th birthday year.




Race dates are -

🏃Sunday 19th January - Sherwood Pines

🏃Sunday 23rd February - Milton Keynes

🏃Friday 14th March - London Bridges

🏃Sunday 13th April - Flitwick

🏃Sunday 11th May - Norwich

🏃Sunday 29th June - Silsoe Stride

🏃Sunday 20th July - Sutton Coldfield

🏃Saturday 23rd August - Lea Valley Velopark

🏃Saturday 6th September - Bedford

🏃Saturday 18th October - Carsington

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