Thank you for supporting Billy’s Battalion. We’re a newly registered charity (no. 1213415) on a mission to raise awareness of DIPG, a devastating paediatric brain cancer, and to fund better trials, better treatments, and one day, a cure.

Billy was just 15 days off turning five years old when he died on Easter Sunday, 31st March 2024, just five months after his diagnosis.

Billy’s Battalion is his legacy. Join us, and become a part of it.

Billy’s Battalion Proudly Presents…

The Official Eagles Rugby Charity Calendar 2026!

Our latest project pairs spirit and purpose with family-friendly, modesty-protected shots of Eagles RFC players and partners—each month presented twice (“Boys” and “Girls”), with Billy’s parents also featured.

Every purchase (RRP £15 + P&P) supports Billy’s Battalion in the fight against DIPG, an aggressive paediatric brain tumour. Pre-orders are available now at billysbattalion.org/merch—grab one for home, clubhouse or office and turn a smile into support.

Donate to Billy’s Battalion

We’re proud to share that Billy’s Battalion is now a registered charity. Your donations now come straight to us and are directed to paediatric DIPG clinical trials and research.

Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma affects around 40 children a year in the UK. At the moment, there is no cure and no proven treatments for DIPG. Abbie’s Army is committed to raising funds and, with the support and advice of Scientific Advisors, commissioning or contributing to high-quality and innovative medical research to find a cure for DIPG. With your help, you can give hope to future DIPG families.

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Fundraise Now! Join Billy’s Battalion!

Got a challenge in mind? Whether you’re running a marathon, walking 10k, racing, baking, climbing mountains, or even jumping out of a plane – do it for Billy the Brave.

Every penny you raise helps support children and families facing DIPG brain cancer. Our official Billy’s Battalion JustGiving page is live, so it’s now super-easy to set up your fundraiser and share your mission. Until then, get planning, get training, and get involved. We can’t wait to cheer you on!

What is DIPG

Diffuse:

means that the tumour is not well-contained or localised. Instead, it infiltrates and spreads throughout the surrounding tissue, with cancer cells intermingling with healthy cells.

Intrinsic:

means the tumour originates from within the pons area of the brainstem, growing throughout it cannot be removed

Pontine: 

Pontine indicates the location of the tumour is in the pons, a part of the brainstem that controls vital for life functions such as breathing, sleep, bladder control, and balance.

Glioma:

is a broad term used for tumours that arise from glial cells. These cells are found throughout the brain, forming the white matter that surrounds and supports the neurons responsible for transmitting signals.

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