Ralph Lauren: Over a decade of partnership with The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity
Since 2013, The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity has been a proud partner of Ralph Lauren Corporation and their annual Pink Pony initiative.
Working together
For more than 30 years, Ralph Lauren has been committed to raising awareness in their fight against cancer. The Pink Pony initiative, the company’s worldwide cancer awareness and fundraising initiative, supports programmes for research, screenings, early diagnosis, treatment, education and patient navigation. In 2013, our partnership was born from our shared ambition to support life-saving work that can develop new and better treatments for cancer patients around the world. Thanks to the incredible support of the Ralph Lauren community, together we have:
Opened the Ralph Lauren Research Wing
In June 2023, we celebrated the opening of the Oak Cancer Centre together. The centre is home to the Ralph Lauren Research Wing, which brings together over 150 researchers working across multiple cancer types to speed up progress for the benefit of patients globally.
Having researchers from different tumour specialities working alongside each other means they can easily share their latest innovations. This is helping to speed up the development of new treatments that will save the lives of patients.
“Being on a trial led from the Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research has given me precious extra time with my family, which I am so grateful for.”
“Thanks to the option of a new immunotherapy treatment combination, I have been able to become a grandmother for the first time and I am able to see my family growing up each day.”
- Hasna, breast cancer patient at The Royal Marsden
“Chemotherapy is a hard process, but the Oak Cancer Centre makes a big difference.”
“You feel welcomed and safe in the environment and there is an ambience of peacefulness. The wonderful team of nurses and staff welcome you with the warmest smiles and deliver exceptional care.”
- Sam, a patient who received treatment in the Oak Cancer Centre
Opened the Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research
Thanks to the supporters of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, including a generous donation from Ralph Lauren, the Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research opened at The Royal Marsden, Chelsea, in 2016.
The centre is a world-class facility for breast cancer research, staffed by a team of world-renowned clinicians and scientists working with the latest technology to set a benchmark for cancer research around the world. We are honoured to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Centre in 2026.
About the Pink Pony initiative
Ralph Lauren’s Pink Pony campaign was first launched in 2000. The proceeds raised by the campaign support an international network of cancer charities including The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
The campaign's mission is to help reduce disparities in cancer care and ensure that access to quality treatment is available to everyone at an earlier, more treatable stage.
Pink Pony 2026
The Pink Pony campaign launched for this year on 1 October. Called “The Power of Us”, Ralph Lauren describe the campaign as a celebration of what is possible when we come together, champion our health and fight cancer.
A husband, father of two, and brain tumour patient, Sam’s inoperable diffuse brain tumour has remained stable following treatment at The Royal Marsden. Since his diagnosis in 2020, Sam has become a passionate advocate, sharing his story to encourage other patients and their families. Through his ongoing partnership with Ralph Lauren and The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, he continues to bring hope and visibility to the cancer community. Read more about Sam's story here.
In the UK, Ralph Lauren will donate 100% of the purchase price (excl. VAT) from the sale of each classic Pink Pony Twill Ball Cap, Pink Pony Oxford Shirt and Pink Pony Relaxed Fit Cable-Knit Sweater, and 25% of the purchase price (excl. VAT) of all other products in the Pink Pony collection.
Further funds will be raised from a Pink Latte available at selected Ralph's Coffee locations.
Shop the Pink Pony Collection, or you can donate on the Ralph Lauren UK website.
Team Ralph Lauren
The power of our partnership is driven by the commitment and involvement of Ralph Lauren employees across stores and offices.
Pink Pony is a cornerstone programme for Ralph Lauren. Deeply rooted within the fabric of Ralph Lauren’s culture, it brings together all facets of the business, from employees who raise awareness by participating in global Pink Pony Walks and fundraising and volunteering events, to customers who give back through their purchases and donations.
In the UK, Ralph Lauren employees from across the company organise a range of fundraising events throughout the year – from silent auctions and sample sales to bake sales and raffles. They also generously give their time through volunteering days and take on challenge events which see them running, trekking and cycling.
Inspiring Ralph Lauren employees with talks from Royal Marsden patients and clinicians
Sharing the difference that the partnership is making is at the heart of our October calendar. Throughout the month, Ralph Lauren stores and offices across the UK welcome Royal Marsden patients and staff to speak to employees, answer questions and talk about how Ralph Lauren’s support is transforming the lives of patients at The Royal Marsden and beyond.
“Thank you Ralph Lauren for everything you do, your support really does make a huge difference.”
Patient stories
Emma and Fran are two of the many Royal Marsden patients who have shared their stories at these events and become closely involved in the partnership:
"Life with cancer is fragile and uncertain but, 15 years on from my initial breast cancer diagnosis, I feel incredibly lucky to still be here. Having the opportunity to share my experiences with the Ralph Lauren teams and highlight how important their support is for patients like myself has been incredible. Thank you to everyone at Ralph Lauren for supporting The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity; your fundraising and donations are invaluable."
- Emma
“At age 25 I was told I had two years to live. Now I’m cancer-free – my scans have been clear for five years. I first supported Pink Pony in 2022, when I had just celebrated my 28th birthday and marked one year of being cancer free, which felt very poignant. I’m delighted to have had many opportunities to support Pink Pony over the years, speaking to Ralph Lauren teams in stores and offices about how important their support is for patients like myself who have directly benefitted from their fundraising. I feel very lucky and grateful to have celebrated my 30th birthday, a milestone I was originally told I would never see, before moving to The Royal Marsden. Thank you Ralph Lauren for everything you do, your support really does make a huge difference.”
- Fran
A huge thank you to Ralph Lauren
Their outstanding support makes a difference for patients at The Royal Marsden and around the world.
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