INTERNATIONAL CHILDHOOD CANCER DAY

On 15th February I started a series of internet auctions on

Background 

The aim of International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) was to raise awareness
of children's cancers and funds for research.  It was a worldwide campaign that
took place on and around the date of 15 February.

An estimated 250,000 of the world's children develop cancer each year, with
four in five not diagnosed with the disease, or denied the life-saving treatment
that they need.

Cancer Research UK and parent organisations from 46 countries joined together in organising innovative activities to mark the Day.  The International Confederation of Childhood Cancer Parent Organisations (ICCCPO) , who organised the day is a body that represents parents and families of cancer patients worldwide. Their mission is to improve access to the best treatment and care for all children with cancer.

Auctions took place in 2003, 2004 and 2005

In 2005 a variety of collectable items was sold by auction on eBay
including Valentine's Gifts and Beanies signed by show business celebrities

A total of approx. £280 (after fees) through the 2005 auctions

In 2004 the theme was 'It's a Small World'
and on auction were a variety of collectable items

A total of approx. £550 (after fees) through the 2004 auctions

In 2003 the theme was 'Putting the ty into Charity'
and all items were related to Ty collecting in some way

A total of approx. £900 (after fees) through the 2003 auctions