The Oesophago-Gastric Cancer Support Charity

Raising awareness and providing support to patients and their loved ones.

About us

A charity created by health professionals and Oesophago-Gastric Cancer patient survivors

The PROGRESS charity was established with the specific purpose of supporting people diagnosed with oesophageal-gastric cancers, and to improve the public’s understanding and knowledge of symptoms.

Recent Updates

PROGRESS has funded the purchase of fruit tea bags

Bringing Comfort to Patients with Fruit Tea Initiative

June 17, 2026
To support patients recovering from surgery, at the Royal Surrey in Guildford, who are restricted to free fluids only.
Fundraiser for Progress Charity on Saturday July 4th at 6pm at Hogs back Brewery

Summer 2026 Fundraising Event

June 17, 2026
Our major fundraiser of the summer will take place on Saturday July 4th at 6pm at Hogs Back Brewery.
Mike Milton in the Happy Now Band charity gig in aid of PROGRESS.

Mike Milton raises almost £2,500

May 27, 2026
Recovering oesophageal cancer patient Mike Milton has raised almost £2,500 for PROGRESS performing with his band The Happy Now at a charity gig.