Hooray! It’s Wear A Hat Day!
Families and friends are popping on Panamas and sporting sombreros today at hat-themed events in their workplaces, communities and schools. From crafting classes and cooking contests, to spelling quizzes and fitness challenges, every donation made will help bring hope to the one in three people who knows someone affected by a brain tumour.
It’s easy to get involved. Simply wear a hat, share a photo on social media, donate £5 and change lives. Click here to take part today.
A massive thank you to everyone who has taken part in our flagship fundraising day and gathered colleagues, neighbours and students to wear berets, bowlers and beanies. You’ve helped bring attention to this devastating disease, with every donation supporting our vital work to find a cure for all types of brain tumours.
More than 100,000 people are estimated to be living with a brain tumour or the long-term impact of their diagnosis.
Julie Shanley understands the importance of raising awareness about the impacts of brain tumours. After suddenly being diagnosed with a subependymoma in 2018, her husband Matt underwent surgery to remove the rare tumour but has been left partially sighted and now experiences memory and coordination problems as well as epilepsy.
“Through Matt’s diagnosis we came across Brain Tumour Research and its very important work. I really couldn't believe the lack of funding and support for this devastating illness. This prompted us to want to do our bit. Over the years we have managed to raise lots of money and always take part in Wear A Hat Day,” said Julie
This year Julie arranged an office bake sale and best hat competition, with staff raising more than an impressive £600 in donations.
Winners of the competition and Julie (right)
Our ongoing work is only possible because of dedicated supporters like Julie. Thank you to everyone who has supported Wear A Hat Day 2026.
Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer. We are determined to change this. Help us find a cure by wearing a hat and donating £5 today to change lives.
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