Frequently asked questions
What is Christmas Moments?
Christmas Moments is part of the Yorkshire Cancer Research’s 2025 Christmas Fundraising Appeal - ‘For more Christmases together’.
Christmas is a time for celebration, for being together, but also for reflection. Thanks to life-saving research, more people with cancer are spending Christmas with their loved ones, but we know this isn’t possible for everyone.
By taking part in Christmas Moments, you can celebrate someone who has recovered from cancer, thank someone who has shown their support, recognise someone having cancer treatment, or remember someone who is sadly no longer with us.
How do I get involved?
You can get involved by making a dedication to someone special this Christmas. Simply upload a photo and a message about why you have chosen this special person. Your photo and message don’t need to be Christmas-related.
Your dedication will then appear on the Christmas Moments online gallery.
Does my dedication need to be Christmas-related?
Your dedication does not need to be Christmas-related. The photo of your special person can be from any time of year and the content of your written message celebrating that person is entirely up to you.
When can I get involved?
You can make a dedication on the Christmas Moments website anytime up until 2 January 2026. The dedications uploaded during this time will remain visible on the Christmas Moments online gallery so you can continue to view and share your dedication with loved ones.
Can groups take part?
Yes, when uploading your photo and message, you will be asked who is making the dedication. You can write your own name, a nickname, or the name of your group e.g. The Smith Family.
Where can I find my dedication?
Once you have made a dedication, it will appear in our online gallery. You can search for your special person, share your Christmas Moments dedication with friends and family, or print it out and display it at home.
How can I share my dedication?
You can share your dedication with friends and family by email, WhatsApp and social media (Facebook, LinkedIn and X). To do this, search for your special person and use the sharing buttons.
You can also download and print your Christmas Moments dedication, following the same steps as outlined above.
Please feel free to tag the charity into your social media post(s) if you wish.
Can I download or print my dedication to keep?
There is the option to download and print your dedication, allowing you to keep a copy or display it at home. To do this, find your special person and select the ‘Download’ option.
Can I get a copy of my dedication posted to me?
Yes, please email supportercare@ycr.org.uk with your details and the team will arrange for your dedication to be printed and posted to an address of your choice (UK only).
Can I make more than one dedication?
Yes, you can make as many dedications as you would like. There is no limit on the number of special people someone can celebrate this Christmas!
How much does it cost to make a dedication?
There is no cost involved in making a dedication.
If you wish to also make a donation, you will be helping continue Yorkshire’s legacy of vital cancer research and keep more families and friends together at Christmas. To donate, please visit our Donate page. We appreciate anything you feel able to give.
