Caroline Carr

Set to open later in 2025, The House of Hope will be Scotland’s first permanent, bespoke community-based wellbeing centre dedicated to supporting anyone impacted by breast cancer. 

The charity was founded by Lisa Fleming, who was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in 2017. Since her diagnosis, she has become a passionate advocate within the cancer community, successfully raising over £2 million for secondary breast cancer research.

Inspired to make a lasting difference, she established The House of Hope with the support of the charity’s advisory board and her husband, Euan Fleming, a partner in BTO’s wills, estates and succession planning team.

Ms Fleming said: “I am delighted that BTO has very kindly chosen to support The House of Hope Scotland as its nominated charity this year. I can’t thank you and your team enough for this assistance.

“Opening the house has been a long-term goal of mine since my own diagnosis, and to see it becoming a reality thanks to such incredible local support means the world.”

Caroline Carr, chair of BTO, commented: “The House of Hope holds a special significance for many of us at BTO, particularly those who work closely with Euan.

“Lisa’s courage, passion and vision are truly inspiring. Her determination to create a place of peace, positivity and support for those affected by breast cancer perfectly aligns with our firm’s values, and we are honoured to support this incredible cause. We can’t wait to start helping Lisa, Euan and the House of Hope team achieve their goals.”

The firm’s Charity & Social Committee has already begun its fundraising efforts, with several team members taking part in the Glasgow Kiltwalk this weekend. A full calendar of fundraising activities is planned throughout 2025 to help bring Lisa’s vision to life.