Logan’s Fund

Cameron Mackintosh shared the history and work of Logan’s Fund, a Moray-based children’s cancer charity established in 2008 following the diagnosis of local boy Logan Main with an aggressive form of neuroblastoma. Following Logan’s death in June 2009, the charity decided to continue its work, supporting families across Scotland affected by childhood cancer, both during and after treatment.

The charity currently focuses on three main programmes:

• Logan’s Sunny Days: Provides families with a break in a caravan at Lossiemouth, offering respite, opportunities to make memories together and a chance to spend time away from hospital. The charity welcomes approximately 25–30 families each year and funds activities tailored to each family’s interests.
• Always a Rainbow: Sponsors children affected by cancer, as well as their siblings, to participate in activities they may have missed during treatment. These include swimming, dancing, gymnastics, horse riding and learning musical instruments.
• Puppy Programme: Gifts approximately eight puppies each year to families at an appropriate stage of their child’s treatment, providing companionship and a positive experience for the whole family.

The charity is currently fundraising for a replacement caravan, having paid a deposit towards the new vehicle. The total fundraising target is approximately £35,000, following the trade-in allowance and deposit. The new site owners have offered a 20-year license, providing an opportunity to continue Logan’s Sunny Days for many years to come. Cameron thanked Rotary Elgin for its support through the recent golf event, highlighting how fundraising and community support enable the charity to continue making a meaningful difference to families. More information about the charity can be found at https://www.logansfund.org/