Candlelighters, a Yorkshire charity supporting families affected by childhood cancer, has launched a new regional fundraising partnership with Cooplands Bakery.
Fundraising Initiatives
Starting this month, all Cooplands shops will display donation collection boxes to raise funds for the charity’s support services.
The bakery will also participate in Candlelighters’ upcoming annual ‘Pink It Up’ week, running from 1 to 7 June 2026.
Additional planned initiatives include a sponsored walk along the Scarborough Deckchair Trail by Cooplands staff, alongside the provision of baked goods for various charity events and family celebrations throughout the year.
Background and Context
Established in 1976, Leeds-based Candlelighters is currently marking its 50th year of operation. The charity funds emotional, practical, and financial support for families, alongside investing in medical research. According to charity data, approximately 150 children are diagnosed with cancer in Yorkshire each year.
The organisation relies entirely on public and corporate fundraising, receiving no direct government funding.
