Get Involved
With your help we can maintain vital and unique resources that enable international research. Let’s beat male cancer.
We’re here to help
Being diagnosed with cancer is frightening and you may feel isolated.
We can help you with information and support.
Penile Cancer
Cancer of the penis is rare with only about 760 cases in the UK each year.
Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer affects about 2,400 men each year, many of them young.
Prostate Cancer
Over 55,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer each year.
What’s Orchid About?
We are dedicated to supporting men with testicular, penile and prostate cancer. These videos show how important it is to raise awareness.
Need to talk?
The Orchid National Male Cancer Helpline is a free service for anyone who has been affected by testicular, penile or prostate cancer. Speak to one of our nurses and get information and support. The helpline is open Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.30pm.
0808 802 0010
Volunteer
There are so many ways that you can help us. It’s fun, rewarding and you’ll meet new people.
Fundraise
We fund projects that save lives. Help us raise vital funds and enjoy the experience.
Our Research
We are proud of our success in funding research into male cancer. Our research is powered by the Robert Lane Tissue Bank, one of the most internationally important resources of its kind.
Find out moreOur Resources
Help your family, patients and community better understand male cancers. These are just some of the helpful resources we can give you.
3 in 1 Male Specific Cancer Awareness Z-card
Testicular Cancer Booklet
Penile Cancer Booklet
Upcoming Events
Help us beat male cancer.
Tie up those shoe laces….
From fun runs to cycling events, skydives and cake-bakes, there’s something for everyone!
Ultra Challenge – Walk.Jog.Run
Event Date: VariousThe Ultra Challenge series provides a number of amazing challenges to suit everyone. In 2025 there are 15 core events…
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Bath Half 2025 – 16th March 2025
Event Date: Sunday 16th March 2025The Bath Half Marathon is a ‘big city’ race, starting and finishing in Bath city centre. This course is fast…
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2025 Ford RideLondon-Essex 100 – 25th May
Event Date: 25th May 2025The centrepiece of the world’s greatest festival of cycling, the 100-mile challenge is one of the UK’s most famous challenge…
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Four Nations Penile Cancer Conference
To mark world penile cancer awareness day, Orchid hosted a conference in Manchester which brought together patients, wives and husbands,…
Programme evaluation on the Overcoming the barriers to Engaging with Prostate Cancer Project
You can now read the evaluation for the 3-year programme here.
Huge thanks to Trevor, who has recently stepped down as an Orchid Volunteer
Trevor has been one of the most passionate and active volunteers we’ve ever had, dedicating his time and energy to…
EAU Penile Cancer Video
In June 2023 Orchid nurse Rob helped create a script for an educational video about penile cancer in collaboration with…
New Male Cancer Awareness Project
We are delighted to announce a new 3-year programme called “Active Participation in Male Cancer Awareness in Prisons.” A huge…
Lord Robert Fellowes
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of former Orchid Trustee, Lord Robert Fellowes….
Conference to mark the beginning of Ethnic Minority Cancer Awareness Month
In collaboration with the charity Cancer Equality, Orchid held a conference dedicated to exploring the experience of Black African and…
Annual Report and Financial Statements for 2022-2023
Our new Annual Report and Financial Statements have just been published and are available to download. The Report includes both…
Orchid takes male cancer messages to men in Scotland
Orchid’s Community Engagement Team delivered Roadshows in Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Aberdeen (pictured) in late June reaching 1,061 people with information…
Raising male cancer awareness amongst the Deaf Community
Orchid will be delivering a series of male cancer information sessions over the next year for members of the Deaf…
New films about Orchid’s work
Two new short films were developed as part of Orchid’s 2024 GSK Impact Award. One features Orchid’s CEO Ali Orhan…
Orchid at GSK Impact Awards Ceremony
Orchid was proud to receive our 2024 GSK Impact Award and celebrate with the 9 other winners at the Awards…
