# Oddfellows to raise £180,000 for breast cancer charity

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2005/07/20/oddfellows-raise-180000-breast-cancer-charity/
- Published: 2005-07-20T23:00:00+01:00
- Author: Howard Lake

Friendly society The Oddfellows has committed to raising £180,000 to the Genesis
Appeal to fund a lecture/seminar room in Europe’s first purpose built breast cancer
prevention centre at Wythenshawe Hospital in Manchester.
The Oddfellows, one of 
the largest branch-based friendly societies in the UK, have committed to raising
£180,000 over six years through the fundraising of its 100,000 members throughout
the country.

The Genesis Appeal claims to be unique amongst UK breast cancer organisations in
that it focuses on preventing rather than curing or treating the condition. Its 
patrons include TV presenter Gloria Hunniford.

Established in 1810, the Oddfellows have assets of more than £150 million. The organisation
focuses on social activities, care and support, fundraising and a range of benefits.

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