Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year 2025

Deborah Gascoyne

In 2009 at just 34 years old Deb Gascoyne was diagnosed with smouldering myeloma. The mother-of-two was diagnosed with the incurable blood cancer when her children were just 2 and 4.

Deb has organised and taken part in many fundraising challenges and events since diagnosis. From coffee mornings to Glitz and Glamour fundraising balls, climbing three peaks and cycling from London to Paris, to completing 40 challenges before turning 40 and another 50 challenges before turning 50 she’s willing to try and do everything to raise awareness and funds. She’s built a big community of family, friends, colleagues and others affected by myeloma that support her and Myeloma UK.

Deb has dedicated the last 16 years to supporting Myeloma UK by fundraising at every opportunity, supporting our services, volunteering for panels, and offering her time as a peer supporter. Deb is the heart of Myeloma UK volunteering!

The judges said "Deb has been a true inspiration. For over a decade, they’ve been deeply involved with the charity, all while undergoing treatment and raising young children within a busy family life. Deb's unwavering dedication has led to more than £225,000 raised - a remarkable contribution. Her determination, resilience, and passion are nothing short of admirable."