Phoenix Media Marketing is proud to be competing in the Sussex Cancer Fund Business Charity League
From April through to August, companies go head-to-head on a LIVE JustGiving leaderboard, battling for the top position before the Final Awards Night in September. Multiple awards are up for grabs, including the overall League Champion.
As a Sussex-based marketing agency, we believe business should be bold, competitive and community-driven.
For our Managing Director, Stuart Humphrey from Haywards Heath, this cause runs far deeper than business.
Two years ago, Stuart was involved in a serious cycling accident while descending Ditchling Beacon. Traffic had stopped, and he collided with the back of a hearse. He was rushed to the hospital in the vehicle itself. At the time, he could barely stand or breathe; little did he know that he was also suffering from a brain bleed.
The situation was frighteningly real. Today, he can look back with perspective, but the experience changed him.
In 2025, he returned to the saddle to cycle 400 miles in the London Edinburgh London challenge (It was stopped short by storm Floris!), but cycled almost 6000 miles in training for the event that year. Whilst raising money for Sussex Cancer Fund in memory of his friend Cliff Ketteridge.
Stuart met Cliff through modern jive dancing. What began as a shared love of movement and music grew into a strong friendship. Cliff and his wife, Dawn, who later became taxi dancers and volunteered their time and energy to help new dancers find confidence on the floor.
They gave freely of their love of dance, welcoming beginners into the community, steadying nerves, offering smiles, and building a sense of belonging.
When Cliff was diagnosed with a brain tumour, Sussex Cancer Fund supported him and Dawn in practical and meaningful ways. They are a small local charity, but they make an enormous difference by funding research, equipping hospitals and supporting cancer patients across Sussex.
For Stuart and the Phoenix team, this campaign carries memory, gratitude and purpose.
Why We Are Competing in the Sussex Cancer Fund League
The Sussex Cancer Fund Business Charity League allows companies to:
Unite teams behind a powerful shared goal
Boost morale and company pride
Raise visibility across Sussex
Generate PR and community exposure
Compete with other local businesses
Make a tangible difference to local cancer patients
As a Sussex charity supporting marketing agency, we understand how impactful well structured campaigns can be. We will be tracking our progress on the LIVE JustGiving leaderboard and pushing hard.
Stuart is especially excited to see other members of his wider business and dance community stepping forward to compete, collaborate and raise funds together.
How Phoenix Media Marketing Will Be Fundraising
Our team is already planning creative initiatives, including entering events such as the Mud Monsters Run, alongside several exciting developments that we are keeping under wraps for now.
Stuart is planning a variety of longer-distance cycle events, including the Audax Bryan Chapman Memorial ride and Chase the Sun.
We intend to bring energy, competitiveness and heart to this league.
Join the Sussex Cancer Fund Business Charity League
Registration is now open.
Form a team of four or fewer. Multiple teams from one company are welcome. Fundraise in any way you like, from quiz nights and team challenges to sponsored events and community activities.
Register here:
https://tinyurl.com/charity-league-register
Or email Tina.alfieri@sussexcancerfund.co.uk
This is about Sussex businesses stepping up for their community. It is about honouring friends. It is about turning competition into compassion.
We look forward to seeing you on the leaderboard.
