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Tommy’s special bear
Thanks to years of research funded by people like you, Tommy is on track to recover from acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. But having been diagnosed at just 19-months-old, the pain, trauma and side effects of treatment have impacted him all the same. His special bear, donated by a kind person like you, has been by his side throughout his cancer journey, giving him the courage he needs to face the scary world of cancer.
Delivering comfort to those who need it most
Over the past five years, Smartways Logistics have been quietly delivering joy and happiness to kids at 33 hospitals across the eastern seaboard.
Dino and friends: more than just cuddly bears
At just five years old, Mariette's daughter Milan was diagnosed with a rare type of kidney cancer known as Wilms' tumour.
Eli’s constant furry friends
With experts baffled by Eli's incredibly rare tumour, some furry friends have brightened his difficult journey.
Home or hospital – the choice is yours
The Kids' Cancer Project Bear Program delivers teddy bears and other soft toys all around Australia.
4 ways a teddy bear brings comfort
Paediatric experts explain why a cuddly toy is a great donation for a child in hospital.
5 handy hints for donating toys to children’s hospitals
The Kids’ Cancer Project shares all the ins and outs of safe toy donations to hospitals.
The cuddly super sidekicks giving courage to kids with cancer
Bec’s daughter Roxy was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) when she was a four-year-old, and overnight, the family’s outdoorsy life quickly shifted to one of relentless appointments. But, thanks to supporters like you, Roxy got a new cuddly sidekick to help keep her smiling throughout her treatment.
Delivering happiness
The Kids' Cancer Project would like to thank Smartways Logistics for bringing smiles to the faces of thousands of seriously ill kids by delivering teddy bears to 33 hospitals on the eastern seaboard at no cost.
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