Ambassador and Patrons

CLIC Sargent is fortunate to have a diverse and talented group of Patrons who act as ambassadors of the charity in many ways. They help to raise our profile, introduce us to new supporters and generally increase awareness of CLIC Sargent and issues surrounding childhood cancer.

Our Patrons support our vision, mission and values and give all of their time for free. Their contribution and support is highly valued.

Our Ambassador is Lady Helen Taylor.

Lady Helen Taylor is the daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Kent. She is married to Tim Taylor and they have four children. Tim opened his own first art gallery in 1996.

Lady Helen Taylor says:

‘It must be absolutely devastating to be told that your child has cancer, but having spoken to children with cancer, their families and their carers, I have seen at first hand the difference that CLIC Sargent makes. This wonderful charity is always there to offer practical and emotional help and guidance.'

Newsreader for SKY News

"CLIC Sargent is very close to my heart indeed. The work they do is utterly invaluable, not just to the children they help but to the families who need so much support at such a difficult time. I have seen some of the inspirational specialist cancer nurses in action, witnessed the attentive care given at the Homes from Home like Sam’s House in Bristol and I never cease to be amazed at the work CLIC Sargent does. I’m 100% behind supporting such a worthwhile cause."

Formula 1 sports commentator

"The stories one hears about families dealing with a child with cancer are moving and, as a parent of two small boys, I can imagine only too clearly what a strain it must be. Over the past five years as a patron, I have visited CLIC Sargent children in Great Ormond Street and have met many others at fundraising events and I am always moved by their bravery and spirit.

"I am lucky; I have an exciting job, which I adore and which takes me around the world. If, by volunteering some of my time to raise funds for CLIC Sargent, I can help to improve the lives of the children and their families, then it seems to me a wholly worthwhile enterprise."

Broadcaster and presenter

"Every day I protect my children and family from bumps, falls and busy roads.  But cancer just creeps from within, the best mother in the world can't stop it and that terrifies me.  Through CLIC Sargent I have seen the incredible strength and faith needed for a family to cope with a very sick child.  

"I have seen the way this illness pulls normal life apart.   Recently, as a family, we supported close friends as they endured the awful illness of a member of their family.  They needed beds for the night at short notice, help interpreting the medical information, lifts back and forwards to the hospital, help working out the suddenly tight finances and very strong shoulders to lean on.  We did the best we could, but I have seen CLIC Sargent do it brilliantly time after time.  

"My whole family are now involved with supporting CLIC Sargent.   I am passionate about fund raising for them - getting lots of people to give a little is my philosophy!  I am determined that no family with a sick child would be alone because there just isn't the money.  When CLIC Sargent ask for our time and energy we give it and we are thankful that they are there."

Award winning children's TV presenter

“CLIC Sargent is the UK’s leading children’s cancer charity. Keeping families together lies at the heart of their work.  A cancer diagnosis is hard enough, but when it is your child, your world falls apart; this puts an enormous strain on the whole family and is a very traumatic time.”

QC

"CLIC Sargent is there for families whose children have cancer, providing emotional and financial help and support whenever families need it. It is this focused, practical and informed care which makes CLIC Sargent an essential refuge for families who are undergoing the cancer journey with their children."

Radio 1 presenter

"Being a parent myself I understand how children mean just everything. I have been a Patron of CLIC Sargent for several years now and am so proud to be involved with a charity that does such a huge amount for children and young people with cancer and leukaemia. CLIC Sargent provides support and advice for the entire family throughout this difficult time and is a completely invaluable lifeline to all of the families they support."

World renowned classical flautist

"I had the great pleasure to play for Sir Malcolm when he conducted his final "Last Night of the Proms". He was so kind and generous towards me. It is my great pleasure and honour to be a Patron of CLIC Sargent. If only Sir Malcolm could see us all now, he would be so proud."

England tennis professional

"As a Patron of CLIC Sargent, I have seen first hand all of the wonderful work that they do for children suffering from cancer and their families. The support and expertise that CLIC Sargent offers the whole family makes a huge impact and I am extremely proud to be involved with the charity."

British clarinet soloist

"There is nothing more distressing than illness in childhood, particularly cancer, and I support CLIC Sargent because what more worthwhile cause could there be?"

Entrepreneur, Chairing the London Home from Home appeal

"We feel so lucky and privileged and feel that CLIC Sargent is the charity that we love to support. The work that CLIC Sargent does supporting young cancer sufferers and their families is so vital and important we are delighted to be a part of it."

Football legend and TV personality

"Being a father who has had first hand experience of CLIC Sargent services, I can tell you that nothing prepares you for what could be the worst time of your life. However, the support that CLIC Sargent offers families during this time is vital and I am proud to be a patron of this leading children’s cancer charity."

Laurence is an interior designer and TV presenter

"Laurence and I are delighted to become patrons of CLIC Sargent and to champion the wonderful work they do in supporting children with cancer and their families.  As parents ourselves, we can only imagine the distress and difficulties that families face when confronted with such a situation.  Illness of a child – and particularly your child – is unbearable, and CLIC Sargent provides an excellent service, assisting where possible in very challenging circumstances."

One of the World's leading cellists

"CLIC Sargent is such a wonderful charity providing a much needed lifeline for childhood cancer sufferers and their families. Being a Patron of such an important charity means so much to me – I hope you will join me in supporting CLIC Sargent."

Journalist, broadcaster and writer

“Facing the life-threatening illness of a child is a parent’s worst nightmare. CLIC Sargent supports families every step of the way through this crisis, allowing parents to concentrate on the most important person - their sick child.”

Barry is the former British, European and World Featherweight Boxing Champion.

Barry McGuigan is best as a known as a professional boxer. In 1978 he won a Gold Medal at the Commonwealth Games – he then went on to win the British Featherweight title in 1983, when he was also European Champion, and in 1985 he became the WBA Featherweight World Champion. In 2005, Barry was elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame.

Barry and Sandra McGuigan became involved as Patrons of CLIC after their daughter Danika had been diagnosed with leukaemia at the age of 11 (pictured above with Barry and Sandra).

In Barry’s words “ I became involved in CLIC Sargent when my daughter Danika was diagnosed with leukaemia. The help that CLIC Sargent gave me and my family pulled us through what were very dark days. The whole family benefited from the CLIC Sargent Nurses – they taught us to understand the illness, which in turn gave us confidence and strength”.

TV presenter

"CLIC Sargent provides absolutely crucial support for children and young people with cancer, as well as their whole families. I support CLIC Sargent because I believe wholeheartedly that the services that they provide really change lives."

Actress

"I have been a patron of CLIC Sargent for the past three years and feel privileged to have met so many inspiring and courageous people along the way.

"I have met many children going through treatment and am always so touched by their bravery and spirit. I am so proud to be a part of this charity that provides crucially important support to these children as well as their families."

Singer

"As a mother, I cannot tell you how much it means to me to be involved with CLIC Sargent and the fantastic work they do for children with cancer and leukaemia in the UK. I cannot imagine how devastating it must be to be told your child has cancer, but at least you know with CLIC Sargent, you will be supported every step of the way, from diagnosis through to recovery.....this charity is a real lifeline.”
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Society photographer

"Since losing my first wife Rita some 23 years ago to breast cancer, and left with the daunting task of bringing up our two young sons, I know only too well the importance of support and care.

"The support and guidance that CLIC Sargent offers is something that cannot be quantified and it is my privilege to help promote them in anyway I can."

Director of the Richard Young Gallery

"I am particularly passionate about CLIC Sargent as it is a charity which supports children and young people from all over the UK. During the last year it has supported more than 6,500 children and young people with cancer and their families. CLIC Sargent’s health and social care professionals deliver clinical, emotional, financial and practical support in hospital, at home and in the community, right across the UK.

"The charity has a strong voice nationally and locally and provides a platform for children and young people with cancer to express their needs and views, and researches the  psychosocial impacts of childhood cancer." top of page