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Ruth Strauss Foundation

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Supporting families facing one of life's toughest tests.

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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Our 10-step video helps parents with incurable cancer talk to their children. We offer guidance, resources & support so no family faces this alone ♥️ 👉 ruthstraussfoundation.com/info-and-sup... #Grief #Bereavement #DyingMattersWeek
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Being part of #RedForRuth this summer helps us reach more schools 📚 Go red to support free, online, CPD-accredited training so education staff can better support grieving students Sign up today 👉 ruthstraussfoundation.com/schools-prog...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
#RedforRuth 2026 is 6 weeks away! England v New Zealand 🏏 Join a day of fun supporting families in need. Wear red, watch the Test, and help fund vital support services. 👉 shop.ruthstraussfoundation.com
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Today we’re celebrating Matt, who ran the #Manchester #Marathon last weekend! 🏃🏽 He raised an amazing £546 for RSF, supporting families facing grief 👏♥️ Thank you so much, Matt!
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
6 weeks to #RedForRuth 🔴 Go red for families facing grief ♥️ Join us Fri 5 June (live from Lord’s) 🏏 Wear red, grab a bucket hat, share your pics and tag us! 👉 shop.ruthstraussfoundation.com #Cricket #Charity
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Jenny is one of our amazing runners taking part in the London Marathon in 4 days! 🏃‍♀️ We love her son’s card! Our incredible runners are training hard and fundraising to support families facing grief & funding NSLC research 👉 ruthstraussfoundation.com #Running #Marathon #Charity
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Win an unforgettable VIP experience at Lord’s on Friday 5 June. Day 2 of England v New Zealand 🏏 👉 www.budds.com/auctions/upc... #RedForRuth #Cricket
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
SAVE THE DATE 🗓️ #RedforRuth 2026: June 5 at Lord’s (Eng vs NZ, Day 2 Test). Find out more 👉 ruthstraussfoundation.com/events/redfo...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
We’ve trained 1,750 UK healthcare professionals since 2022 via ‘No Conversation Too Tough’ to support families facing incurable cancer with confident, honest conversations.
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
This is Sam, one of our London Marathon runners, preparing for the big day in 10 days with amazing support around him 👏 Honouring his dad’s memory, we can’t wait to cheer him on! ♥️
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Our London Marathon runners are training hard and fundraising! Casey even held a bake sale at work. Every effort supports families and raises awareness for NSLC. Good luck all! 🏃‍♀️
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Gavin Smyth has smashed his £2,500 London Marathon target 👏 Running in memory of his brother Liam, his community raised £1,300 at quiz nights. Good luck, Gavin! #TeamRSF
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
A huge well done to Tomas for completing the Sheffield Half Marathon to support our vital work 🏃🏽 It was the first running event he’s ever taken part in, and we are so honoured that Tomas chose to support us ♥️ #Fundraising #Sheffield #HalfMarathon
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
📣 Will you volunteer at our London Marathon cheer station? 🏃‍♂️ Be part of an amazing experience supporting our 28 incredible runners on Sunday, 26 April 2026, while representing the Ruth Strauss Foundation. 👉 Express your interest today - send us a DM 💌 #RedForRuth #LondonMarathon #Volunteer
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Our Schools Programme Team piloted face-to-face training in Yorkshire with Richard Williman from Education Alliance yesterday📚 Explore our e-learning for UK education staff: flexible, expert-led and CPD accredited 👉 ruthstraussfoundation.com/schools-prog...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Proud to support Rhydywaun School U16 Girls as they head to the Howden Rosslyn Park National Schools 7s from 23 March🏉 Wishing the team the best of luck. We’ll be cheering you on all the way! #RPNS7s
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
On Clinical Nurse Specialist Day, we celebrate the incredible CNS professionals providing expert care and leadership for people facing cancer ♥️ #CNSDay #HealthcareProfessionals #FamilySupport
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Huge congratulations to John-Paul, who ran the Battersea Half Marathon in honour of his friend Adam 🏃‍♂️👏 He crossed the finish line while raising over £1,135 in Adam’s memory - an incredible achievement and a wonderful tribute ♥️ Shout-out to Kingston Rowing Club for their support! 🚣‍♂️
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
As part of #EmpathyWeek, our Schools Programme Team, Robyn and Emily, delivered a session on grief and bereavement ♥️ Sign up to our Schools Programme: ruthstraussfoundation.com/schools-prog...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Last week we hosted our second webinar of the year: Supporting Children & Young People with Exams and Transitions when a parent has incurable cancer 📚 Led by Kate Wells with guest Robyn Ramsell, the session shared practical support tips. DM or comment to request the recording 💌👇
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
A huge thank you to the team who played Cricket on Ice in St. Moritz 🏏❄️🇨🇭 Going #RedForRuth, they raised £2,500 to support our vital work. Will your team go red? Register by 22 March to win tickets to this year’s Red For Ruth Day at Lords. fundraise.ruthstraussfoundation.com/event/turn-c...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Last week we attended the UK’s leading lung cancer conference hosted by the British Thoracic Oncology Group (BTOG). Our Director of Mission Services connected with professionals, joined advocacy discussions, and presented a joint poster on the See Through the Symptoms campaign. #BTOG26
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
A huge thanks to the University of Leicester CC for going #RedForRuth! 🏏 They raised £532 to support our vital work 👏 Will your team go #RedForRuth in 2026? Register by 22 Mar & win Test Match tickets! 👉 fundraise.ruthstraussfoundation.com/event/turn-c...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
It’s World Book Day! 📚✨ Stories can comfort, connect and help us understand the world around us. When a parent is living with incurable cancer, our suggestions can help children process big emotions and remind families they’re not alone. 👉 ruthstraussfoundation.com/resources-fo... #WorldBookDay
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Workplaces aren’t always ready when staff face incurable illness, bereavement or caring responsibilities… RSF Workplace Training helps your company respond with confidence, build compassion and retain talent 👉 ruthstraussfoundation.com/workplace-tr...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
We’re proud to be an official charity partner of the 2026 Howden Rosslyn Park National Schools Sevens 🏉 This amazing tournament will help raise awareness and funds to: 🔴 Support parents with incurable cancer and families 🔴 Fund research into non-smoking lung cancers Thank you, Rosslyn Park 🙏
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Free webinar: Supporting children & young people with exams and education transitions when a parent has incurable cancer. 📆 Wed 4 March 🕢 7.30pm 💻 online via Teams Open to parents, families & professionals Register 👉 events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9ff4f7...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
“My ‘toolbox of skills’ got so much bigger” – HCP attendee at last weekend’s RSF training 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ ‘No Conversation Too Tough’ equips cancer care professionals with the confidence and skills to signpost parents with incurable cancer to RSF’s support 👉 ruthstraussfoundation.com/professionals
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Join our cycle ride from the Kia Oval to Arundel Castle Cricket Club 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️ Scenic South West route, full support & BBQ finish 🏏☀️ 📅 4 July 2026 | 8:30am Supporting families facing incurable cancer. Register: ruthstraussfoundation.com/ride-for-rut... #RideForRuth
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
This week we attended the Oxford Brookes University Nursing & Bereavement Conference to share insights with future nurses 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Our ‘Every Conversation Counts’ training helps cancer care professionals support parents with incurable cancer and signpost them to our Family Support Team ♥️
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, we’re highlighting the emotions children may face when a parent has incurable cancer ♥️ As parents, how we support them from diagnosis shapes lifelong wellbeing. Our Family Support Team offers expert guidance 💬 Find out more 👉 www.ruthstraussfoundation.com/support 🔗
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
It’s #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek and we’ve hit 1,000 sign-ups for our Schools Training Programme – Responding in the Moment ✅ That’s 1,000 education staff across the UK supporting children affected by a parent’s life-limiting illness ♥️ 👉 www.ruthstraussfoundation.com/schools
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Together, we can build a partnership that strengthens your people and your brand. Join the RSF Business Club to inspire teams, volunteer, fundraise, network, boost your profile, and build a compassionate culture. www.ruthstraussfoundation.com/business-club
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Great to join school pastoral leaders at the ASCL conference ⭐️ Our Schools Manager Emily heard young people speak on peer relationships and the power of adults really listening. Key themes in our Schools Training Programme: Responding in the Moment: www.ruthstraussfoundation.com/schools
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Behind every diagnosis is a unique story of strength, hope and resilience ♥️ Our Family Support Team supports parents with incurable cancer - helping them talk openly with their children and reduce the long-term impact of bereavement. ruthstraussfoundation.com/support #WorldCancerDay
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
RSF’s Deepi Doshi attended an AMRC event at Parliament highlighting the vital role charities play in advancing medical research 👩‍⚕️ Find out more about our work into Non-Smoking Lung Cancer (NSLC): ruthstraussfoundation.com/professional... @amrc-uk.bsky.social @ukparliament.parliament.uk
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
A HUGE well done to Liana for completing 25 unknown challenges in 25 days! She raised over £7,000! 👏 Liana fundraised for RSF to show support to her friend Charlie following a diagnosis of non-smoking lung cancer.
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Calling all in Bristol (and beyond)! 📣 Take part in the Great Bristol Run Half Marathon 2026 for RSF 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Help support families where a parent has incurable cancer ❤️ 📆 Sun 10 May | 🕙 10am | 📍 Millennium Square 💌 Oliver.Buncombe@ruthstraussfoundation.com #RedForRuth #Bristol #Fundraising #Cancer
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Calling all cricket clubs, schools & universities 📣 Join the #RedForRuth movement across the UK. Sign up by Sun 22 March for a chance to win 4 tickets to England v New Zealand - June 2026. fundraise.ruthstraussfoundation.com/event/turn-c...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Our free training, Responding in the Moment, helps you support students facing a parent’s incurable illness; helping you build confidence for these conversations. Sign up now 👉 www.ruthstraussfoundation.com/schools
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Our 2026 ‘Ask an Expert’ Webinar Series launches this month! Join our first session, Benefits & Planning, led by Kate Wells with guest Bhavani Sarma. 📆 Tue 27 Jan | 🕢 7.30pm | Online 👉 Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/login
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Royal Society for Public Health @rsph.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
A new free training programme from @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social is supporting everyone working in education to feel more confident helping children and young people experiencing grief and bereavement. Find out more and sign up: ruthstraussfoundation.com/schools-prog...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
A huge well done to Jolie for honouring her mum in an extra-special way 🏃🏽‍♀️✨ She completed 12 runs, each spelling a letter of her mum’s name, and raised an incredible £2,195 for the Ruth Strauss Foundation ♥️ #RedForRuth #Fundraising
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
This season we celebrate the strength of the families we support and the kindness that makes our work possible ✨ Wishing you a peaceful Christmas filled with warmth, joy, hope and togetherness ♥️ If you need support, we are here: 👉https://www.ruthstraussfoundation.com/support
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Thanks to the Royal Wimbledon Golf Club! 🏌️‍♂️⛳️ Over 80 members took part in a four-ball, lunch, raffle and auctions, raising an amazing £11,175 for RSF at their #ChristmasCracker event 🎄 👉 Want to fundraise for RSF? 💌 DM us #Fundraising #Charity #GolfDay
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Thank you! ⭐️ With your amazing support, we raised £18,982 in 7 days - doubled to £37,964! 👏✨ These gifts will help us reach more schools and up to 2,000 education staff with vital training to support children facing anticipatory grief and bereavement. #ChristmasChallenge
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
⏰ Last chance to have your donation doubled by the Big Give #ChristmasChallenge - ends at midday! We still need to raise £7,028 which will be doubled to £14,056 If you can, please donate now: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
⏰ 24 hours left to raise £10,500 - doubled to £21,000 by the Big Give at no extra cost 💫 Jim Carter spoke to SkyvSports on #RedForRuth day about experiencing parental bereavement as a young person and why school support matters. If you can, please donate: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
48 hours left to raise £10,934 in the Big Give #ChristmasChallenge! 🎄 All donations doubled until Tuesday or until we hit £50k. Funds will train 2,000 education staff to support bereaved children across the UK Please donate (if you can): donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
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Ruth Strauss Foundation @ruthstraussfdn.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
2 days left Your donation will support the 46,300 UK children and young people bereaved each year ♥️ This gift will be doubled by the Big Give, and help schools access specialist guidance on anticipatory grief 🎄 Please donate (if you can): donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
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