Alumni engagement and philanthropy



CCRCB NAMED UFU PRESIDENT’S CHARITY 2019  

10 April 2019

After its record-breaking contribution to the air ambulance appeal in 2018 the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has nominated the Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology (CCRCB) at Queen’s University, as its President's charity. 

Sticking with the medical theme, Ivor Ferguson (pictured left above) said the choice reflected the fact that he, like many families across Northern Ireland, had lost someone to the disease. 

Chris Scott (right), director of CCRCB at Queen’s said he was delighted with the UFU's decision to support the Centre’s work.  “Our research is wholly focused on improving outcomes for cancer patients in Northern Ireland and beyond. 

“At CCRCB, we work to understand the biology of cancer, improve treatments and train the next generation of clinicians and scientists. Despite the success of many new treatments, cancer incidence rates are increasing. 

“The war is far from won and support from the UFU will help support the battle,” he said.

Mr Ferguson said that each year with the nominated charity UFU members confirmed their generosity, regardless of the financial fortunes of agriculture.

“It was important for me that we picked a charity close to home. The money raised and donated to CCRCB at Queen’s will go towards research here in Northern Ireland. 

“Cancer is an awful disease that I’m sure has touched every UFU member's family.  We are proud to be raising funds to help CCRCB’s battle against cancer,” he added.

The UFU annual dinner last week was the first fundraising event of the year when members raised over £3,000. There will be further opportunities throughout the year and CCRCB is keen for UFU members to learn more about their work. 

Commenting on selection of CCRCB as the President’s Charity for 2019, Teresa Sloan, Head of Health Fundraising in the Development and Alumni Relations Office at Queen’s, said: “I am delighted with the generosity of the UFU’s members. The money raised will make a significant contribution to funding local research, clinical trials, staff and equipment at CCRCB at Queen’s.

“This research is used to help improve outcomes and quality of life for patients in the Northern Ireland.”

UFU members requiring further information, a talk at a group meeting or who have plans for a fundraising event should contact Heather Stewart at the Ulster Farmers’ Union.

To find out more about supporting medical research at Queen’s visit the Development and Alumni Relations Office website or contact Teresa Sloan, Head of Health Fundraising, telephone +44 (0)28 9097 5394.

For more on this story call UFU media contact Taryn McHenry (07734 599 482) or Deborah Cummings (07917 872 328).

General enquiries can also be directed to Gerry Power, Communications Officer, Development and Alumni Relations Office, Queen's University Belfast or telephone: +44 (0)28 9097 5321.

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