We restore immune systems & rebuild lives
Giving hope to children with
life-threatening immune deficiencies.
Some children are born without a functioning immune system. Even a common cold can be life-threatening.
If they reach us in time, we may be able to save them by rebuilding their immune system. This usually involves a course of chemotherapy, followed by a bone marrow or stem cell transplant to create new cells that can fight infection.
It’s a complex and lengthy journey. With your support, we can make families more comfortable and improve children’s chances of survival through our groundbreaking research.
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Newcastle Gateshead Marathon 2026
We are proud to be the charity of the year partner for the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon, Half Marathon and10k in 2026. The Bubble Foundation supports children with a...
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Fundraising Manager Vacancy
Fundraising Manager Job in Newcastle The Bubble Foundation – Hybrid Role Fundraising Manager Jobs in Newcastle Make a Real Difference with The Bubble Foundation...
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Ward 3 share knowledge and blood at Madrid EBMT26
European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation At this year’s EBMT conference in Madrid, doctors, researchers and healthcare teams from around the world came...
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Lexis Letter
Lexi’s Letter was written by Lexi in December 2024 during a long stay on Ward 3. Lexi worked with Touch Design as creative director for the animation of her letter...
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Alex Kett
In 2025 my son Rory was on Ward 3 at the Great North Childrens Hospital for a stem cell transplant. The Bubble Foundation supports the Ward with lots of things to...
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Lorna Kett
The Bubble Foundation supported us through my son, Rory’s stem cell transplant in August 2025, while we were on ward 3 at the Great North Children’s Hospital, we...
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Fighting for children like...
Diagnosed with HLH, passed away in June 2025 | See more
Diagnosed with HLH (Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis) at one month old | See more
XLP1 | See more
Transplant at 8 months | See more
Imagine being isolated in a hospital room for months at a time, not being able to see friends or loved ones. Your support helps The Bubble Foundation research treatments and fund life saving equipment as well as toys and games for patients with life-threatening immune deficiencies.
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Our vision
A world where children with life-threatening immune conditions have the chance, not just to survive, but to thrive.
Our mission
To rally support to fund life-saving treatments, equipment, resources, family-centred care, and comforts like toys and games, that make a big difference when our little superheroes and their families are isolated during their hospital stay.
Our purpose
We are here to give children who have life-threatening immune conditions, the best possible chance to make a full recovery; and to make life a little easier for families navigating the trauma of a poorly child.
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