How we help people
We fund world-leading research, patient care and training at Moorfields and UCL to change the lives of people living with eye conditions. These are some of the stories of people that we’ve helped and those who have supported us in our endeavour to build a future without sight loss.
Patient stories
Enzo’s story
When Enzo was born, he was diagnosed with anterior dysgenesis, secondary glaucoma and phthisis bulbi in his left eye, ev…
Harry’s story
Two-year-old Harry faced severe sight loss due to advanced cataracts. Against “one in a million” odds, surgeons at Moorf…
Darcy’s story
Just before Darcy’s 5th birthday her life took an unexpected turn and she was diagnosed with glaucoma in her right eye. …
Moorfields saves two generations’ sight
Cleo Alexander and her son were both diagnosed with a vision-threatening condition as babies. Thanks to the life-changin…
Florence’s story
Florence was diagnosed with severe bilateral optic nerve damage at only a few months old. She’s now seven, and thanks to…
Toby’s story
Toby was born with an eye condition that could lead to sight loss. Toby’s mother, Jessica shares his journey and how the…
Lola’s Story
Lola Wearne was born with an eye condition that could lead to losing her sight. Thanks to the help of Moorfields, her vi…
Angela’s Moorfields journey
Angela Gallagher was diagnosed with a detached retina at Moorfields after experiencing ‘floaters’. After having sight-sa…
Chris Telesford: Defying limits
Chris Telesford found himself in Moorfields’ care at just one-month-old. A complex diagnosis shaped his life experiences…
Les Cottam’s Moorfields story
Les was a patient at Moorfields for 25 years. The care he received at Moorfields meant he could enjoy his later years with his family including great grandchildren.
Annie’s story: the Birdshot Uveitis Society
Annie Folkard has been a patient at Moorfields since 2004, when she was first diagnosed with a rare eye disease called b…
Nicki’s journey with sight loss
Nicki has been a patient at Moorfields since 2019. In the last 5 years, she has had various procedures and attempts to p…
Rob’s Moorfields journey
Rob has been under the care of Moorfields throughout his life. Following an accomplished career, he has a very active retirement including with voluntary roles at leading institutions.
Caitlin and glaucoma
Caitlin was diagnosed with glaucoma at Moorfields after experiencing eye pain, halos and headaches. After two surgeries, she’s been able to get back to her passion of teaching.
How diabetes affected Becca’s vision
Rebecca’s type1 diabetes led to her developing a sight condition. But thanks to Moorfields her eyesight is now stable.
Khamani’s story
Khamani was born with a sight condition that caused him to lose most of his vision before he turned one.
Emily’s uveitis story
Emily was diagnosed with uveitis and retinal vasculitis at the age of 21. She tells her story of how she was close to losing her sight.
Supporter stories
Every child deserves a happy childhood: Eva’s Story
Eva’s successful treatment at Moorfields transformed her life, enabling her to enjoy a normal childhood and inspiring he…
Sisterly support for stargardts
Esme has been registered as blind due to stargardts but that doesn’t hold her back.
Katie’s walking Eye to Eye 2024
Supporter and Moorfields staff member gives back by taking on 15 miles.
Getting in the ring for Moorfields
Kelly and Leah both have children who have been treated at Moorfields. They decided to take on boxing challenges!
Unlocking genetic conditions: Susan and Holly’s story
The concern of passing on a genetic condition to a child can be very worrying. But getting involved in research has show…
Patient Matthew conquers Kilimanjaro
As his way of saying thank you for the care he has received, Matthew is fundraising by scaling Kilimanjaro
Keith Turner: Untethered ambition
Keith Turner and Jim Roberts ran the Great North Run in an attempt to set a new record for a blind runner completing a h…
The family fun fitness challenge
After receiving treatment at Moorfields Eye Hospital, Becca and her family have taken on a four-month fitness challenge …
In memory of Eileen Sheridan
British cycling legend, Eileen Sheridan, has passed away aged 99. As a long-standing patient at Moorfields, Eileen’s fam…
Running towards a brighter future for Moorfields
Some of our Moorfields colleagues and patients ran the London Marathon to raise funds for our cause.
Sarah Canning - a year of challenges
Sarah Canning, head of optometry at Moorfields Eye Hospital, is taking on a year of competitive challenges to give back…
Simon’s story
After multiple operations for retinal detachment and cataracts, Simon is giving back to Moorfields.
Calum’s Olympic triathlon
Calum has two sisters, Niamh and Roise, both of whom have been diagnosed with stargardt’s disease and are under the care…
Lukasz’s 165km Snowdonia Ultra-Trail for Roman
Lukasz took on a 165km Ultra-Trail race to give back after his son was treated at Moorfields following an eye injury
Ride London 2022 for Moorfields
Ex-Moorfields patient, Angela Boucher, cycled 100 miles from London to Essex and back to raise money for Moorfields Eye …
A family skydive for Moorfields
Leah’s mum was diagnosed and treated for eye cancer at Moorfields. To say thanks, they’re fundraising by taking to the skies.
A million steps for Bella
Denise is walking 1 million steps before May to support her best friend’s daughter, Bella.
Rob Stuzer- taking on the Marathon Des Sables
Running a 250km ultra marathon across the Sahara Desert to give back to Moorfields
Moorfields play specialist Flossie takes on a wing walk
Flying through the sky to support those with sight loss
Charlie’s Instagram fundraiser
Arabella was treated for ptosis at Moorfields and her mum, Charlie, is giving back by selling pre-loved children’s clothing.
Ellis, Harry and Connor take the leap for Moorfields
Skydiving to support their niece, Emelia, who has congenital glaucoma.
David Cross- cycling to Santiago
Taking on an epic journey through France and Spain to fundraise for Moorfields.
Yvonne takes on the Thames Path Challenge for Moorfields
Walking 100km to show her support.
Elaine Manna: wing walking for Moorfields at 74
Giving back after being diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration.
Francesca Tiley- supporting Moorfields with her talent
The Donate your eyes artwork campaign by David Lawrie and Studio Anorak aims to raise awareness about congenital glaucom…
Ezra- running a marathon in May for Moorfields
Four year old Ezra ran 26 miles over May to give back to Moorfields
Neal Stow- running two half marathons
Couch to 5km and beyond to support Moorfields
Alison Yeung- crafting to support Moorfields
After being diagnosed with glaucoma, Alison started her crafting business with the support of her mum. After receiving e…
Maisie and her family
Eight-year-old Maisie was born completely blind in one eye due to a congenital cataract.
From patient to fundraiser
When Katie was just 16 years old she developed a retinal tear in her right eye that would later turn into a detachment.
Richard’s South Coast Challenge
After receiving treatment at Moorfields Eye Hospital for uveal melanoma, Richard took on the South Coast Challenge, walk…
In the role of a Friends of Moorfields volunteer
Friends of Moorfields volunteer Andrew talks about his experience.
Supporter story- Alan’s Facebook fundraiser
Alan set up a Facebook fundraiser to say thank you to Moorfields
Supporting Moorfields through business
Gabriella Ferenczi and her husband own a boutique and beauty salon called Figaro London, which is located near Moorfields Eye Hospital.
Brixton Candle Company- fundraising for Moorfields
Founded by Syreeta Walker, the Brixton Candle Company specialise in the production of handmade, eco-friendly candles
Cycling for Moorfields
Pete worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years and knows first-hand what an amazing job the staff do in providing world class care and research.
Katie and Patrick’s 100-mile walk for Moorfields
Patrick has Usher type 2 and has been supported by Moorfields ever since his diagnosis.
Kenneth’s story: raised £20,000 by completing 10km walk for his 100th birthday
Kenneth Essex was an amazing fundraiser. He completed an epic walk for Moorfields Eye Charity to thank Moorfields and the NHS staff for his treatment.
Sarah’s story: helping Moorfields to find a cure for Stargardt
Sarah did a sponsored skydive to help researchers to find a cure for Stargardt disease.
Sarah’s story: “corneal donors helped me see again”
Sarah ran Reading Half Marathon to say thank you to the hospital that gave her back her sight.
Kiran Meka: running for Moorfields
After being diagnosed with a rare form of glaucoma, Kiran ran the Brighton Marathon to fundraise for Moorfields.
Matt Hill: conquering ‘Everest’ for Moorfields
Matt wanted to support research into aniridia at Moorfields - he came up with an idea that put him (virtually) on top of the world.
Mark Dixie: chopping the knot for Moorfields
Mark showed his support for research into congenital glaucoma at Moorfields by cutting off his top knot!
Paul Mitchell: a different kind of marathon
Paul Mitchell is one of our Moorfields supporters. He set up a 24 hour gaming marathon to raise money for choroideremia!
Tom Clements: going ‘blind’ for a day for Moorfields
Tom supported research at Moorfields by experiencing what it’s like to live without sight for a day.
Natalie Rance: ‘Second Sight’ - a film for Moorfields
Natalie’s film ‘Second Sight’ tells the story of her experience with a serious, rare eye condition that nearly left her blind.
Irenie Ekkeshis: raising awareness of acanthamoeba keratitis
Irenie organised a coffee morning to raise awareness of acanthamoeba keratitis (AK).
The Norgate family: walking Eye to Eye together!
Claire Norgate and her family took on our 14-mile walk to raise money for Moorfields.
Nadeem Masood: on yer bike for Moorfields!
Nadeem is a former patient at Moorfields - he cycled a massive 150 miles to say thank you for saving his sight.
Marion Meaney: taking on the Thames Path Challenge
Marion celebrated her 80th birthday by walking the length of the River Thames and fundraising for Moorfields.
Leanne Williams: taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks for Moorfields
Leanne fundraised for Moorfields Eye Charity by taking on the Yorkshire Three Peak Challenge.
Bernadette Moore: a number one for Moorfields
Bernadette shaved her head to fundraise for children with cancer at Moorfields Eye Hospital.
Katie Berrill: walking Eye to Eye for Stargardt
Katie has Stargardt disease. To support our research into the condition, she took part in our annual Eye to Eye Walk.
Hayley Kennedy: taking on the world for Moorfields
Hayley has completed marathons and climbed mountains to fundraise for research into Stargardt disease.
Glen’s story: abseiling the UK’s largest sculpture for nystagmus
Glen got sponsored to abseil the ArcelorMittal Obit Tower to support research into nystagmus.
Rose’s story: “Moorfields is a second home”
Rose’s daughter Gabrielle was born with congenital glaucoma and regularly visited Moorfields throughout her childhood.
John’s story: ‘See All Evil’ comes good for Moorfields
John Raynor wrote the book ‘See All Evil’ and donated the proceeds to Moorfields to support our work.
William’s story: overcoming glaucoma with Moorfields
William came to Moorfields after he struggled to get the right treatment for his glaucoma. They gave him back his sight.
Roy’s story: remembering Elsie
After we treated for his mother for a number of years, Roy supported Moorfields by taking part in a sponsored bike ride.
Lydia Beard: running the Royal Parks Half for Moorfields
Lydia ran the Royal Parks Half Marathon to say thank you to Moorfields.
Flossie and Oksana: skydiving for Moorfields
Moorfields team members Flossie and Oksana completed a sponsored skydive to fundraise for Moorfields.
Ian Turner: a man who loves a challenge
Ian has been fundraising for us for a number of years, ever since his grandson became a patient at Moorfields.
Cally’s story: walking Eye to Eye for acanthamoeba keratitis
Cally joined Team Moorfields for our annual Eye to Eye walk in aid of acanthamoeba keratitis (AK).
Angie’s story: a new treatment for congenital cataracts
Angie struggled to find treatments for her daughters eye problems - until she came to Moorfields.
Debbie’s story: finding a new treatment for congenital glaucoma
Debbie fundraised for Moorfields to say thank you for helping her baby son, Luí.
Julia Nicholls: fundraising all the way from London to Brighton
Julia fundraised for research at Moorfields by completing a 100 kilometre sponsored walk.