About the Appeal

Wear your daffodil this March and help us continue caring for people
with terminal cancer and other illnesses

Each March, the Great Daffodil Appeal aims to get everyone to wear a daffodil in support of our Marie Curie Nurses and raise money to help us provide more free care to people with terminal cancer and other illnesses.

But for those who have been touched by the work of Marie Curie, wearing the daffodil has a special and personal meaning.

Why some of our supporters and nurses wear their daffodil

"I’m wearing a daffodil for my mum. I know from my own experience what a difference Marie Curie Nurses can make, not just to the patient but to their families.

It is so important to know your loved one is receiving the best possible care in their last days.”

Alison Steadman, Marie Curie Cancer Care supporter

"I wear my daffodil pin because the moment I put it on, I am instantly filled with fond memories.

Both my mother and sister died of cancer, and every March my pin is an extra reminder of my loved ones and the happy times we spent together."

Debbie Ventham, Marie Curie Nurse

"I wear my daffodil with pride every year, as a reminder of the wonderful support the Marie Curie Nurses gave to my family when we needed it most.

The charity is very close to my heart as we relied on the support of their nurses to look after my sister at home before she died, and I will always be grateful for the care the whole family received.

It is really important that people join forces for the Great Daffodil Appeal and raise money to ensure that Marie Curie Nurses can deliver more care and support to so many people across the UK."

Edwina Gudgeon, fundraiser and carer

“When you pick up your daffodil pin this March, I'd like to ask you take a moment to think about your own story — the one that made you want to support Marie Curie Cancer Care.

I lost my best friend to cancer, and every time I look at my daffodil pin, I'll be thinking of all the wonderful times we shared.

But no matter what your reason is, I hope you will join me in supporting the Great Daffodil Appeal. Without your help, Marie Curie Nurses like me would not be able to care for people with terminal cancer when it really matters the most."

Anna Menon, Marie Curie Nurse