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One need only observe the electric atmosphere surrounding events like the annual coffee mornings, spirited runs, cycling challenges, and even brave acts like the annual “Brave the Shave” rally. These events are a vital necessity that fuels ongoing support services and are also about uniting people around a cause that is both deeply personal and universally significant. They are moments when the public comes together, sharing smiles over a cup of coffee or challenging themselves on brisk countryside trails, all while sending a powerful message that cancer does not stand alone in its battle against us. Every fundraising event is a celebration of resilience, a public affirmation of hope, and a reminder that every small act of kindness contributes to a larger tapestry of care. The legacy of Macmillan Cancer Support is reflected in the lives it touches every day. 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