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Fight Pancreatic Cancer Together

ThePurplePancreas is here to raise awareness and funds to battle pancreatic cancer. Your support can make a life-saving difference.

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Sad death of my Mum

13th June 2026

My precious mother, Hazel Rixon, passed away one day after her 90th birthday.

She always supported my work with pancreatic cancer and was so proud of what I try to do.

In place of flowers at her funeral we are happy to accept donations to fight this disease.

You can find the donations page by clicking on the donations link below. Thank you so much.

I will miss you Mum.

Mark

Our Services and Initiatives

Fundraising Events

Support our charity events to raise funds for pancreatic cancer research and patient support.

Pancreatic cancer Information.

Find out more about the disease, its diagnosis and treatment.

Donations.

This link will take you to our donations page.

Together, we fight pancreatic cancer with hope and courage.

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The Purple Pancreas Mission

Who are we?

Mark Rixon was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2023. The disease was caught early and after surgery he recovered. Mark and his family set up The Purple Pancreas to raise awareness and funds. Mark says "We would love you to support us in our mission to beat this nasty disease"

Our Commitment to Pancreatic Cancer Awareness

At The Purple Pancreas, our aim is to encourage you to find out more about pancreatic cancer, its risks, symptoms, and the importance of early detection. Our goal is to empower individuals with knowledge that could save lives and reduce the impact of this challenging disease.

Supporting Fundraising Efforts for Research and Care

We take part in fundraising events to support pancreatic cancer research and patient care. From charity runs to awareness campaigns, our aim is to generate vital funds that contribute to advancements in treatment and support services. By supporting us you can make a tangible difference in the fight against pancreatic cancer.

Donation Process

The Purple Pancreas welcomes donations.

All donations go through our fundraising page and the money goes to Pancreaticcancer.org

Frequently Asked Questions


Risk factors include smoking, chronic pancreatitis, family history of pancreatic cancer, obesity, age (typically over 60), and certain genetic conditions.


Donations can be made easily by going to our fundraising page.


Yes, donations made through ThePurplePancreas are tax-deductible. Please consult your tax advisor for specific details.


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