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Welcome to The Kids' Cancer Project

We are an independent national charity supporting childhood cancer research. Since 1993, thanks to strong community support, we have been able to contribute tens of millions of dollars to scientific studies to help children with many types of cancer. Learn more. 

32
Projects funded in FY20/21
14,771
Bears donated in FY20/21
$ 52 million
Donated to research
46
Scientists supported in FY20/21
28 years
Dedicated to curing kids cancer
111282

People have pledged support to end childhood cancer.

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Whether you want to dress up, bake a difference, or just go crazy you can be a community champion by fundraising with The Kids’ Cancer Project. We’ll support you every step of the way in whatever you choose to do.

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Upcoming Events
  • Oct27
    Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Marathon
  • Oct31
    Cupcakes 4 a Cure
  • Oct31
    Lose Your Locks
  • Dec03
    Summer Corporate Golf Day
  • Dec09
    Christmas for a Cure

Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Marathon

  October 27, 2021
  Noosa, QLD

A pinnacle event on the Australian sporting calendar the Noosa Tri is ranked one of the world’s top 10 triathlons for good reason. Don't miss your chance to fundraise for The Kids' Cancer Project in this spectacular beachside event.

Cupcakes 4 a Cure

  October 31, 2021
  Australia wide

Bake a difference for childhood cancer research all year long! Sell your fresh baked cupcakes at a morning or afternoon tea at your school, workplace or just between friends to raise funds for the bold research needed to find better treatments and ultimately a cure for childhood cancer. 

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Lose Your Locks

  October 31, 2021
  Australia wide

Clip, cut or chop your hair! Shaving your head or getting a short crop is a great way to show solidarity for kids affected by cancer and to fundraise for childhood cancer research. You can Lose Your Locks as an individual or grab your mates and make this a team challenge!

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Summer Corporate Golf Day

  December 03, 2021
  St Michael’s Golf Club, Little Bay, NSW

Get ready to par-tee and raise funds for kids’ cancer research this December. Join us at the prestigious St Michael’s Golf Club, for a round of golf, followed by a sit down meal hosted by The Kids’ Cancer Project CEO, Owen Finegan. Sponsorship opportunities available. Email

Christmas for a Cure

  December 09, 2021
  Sydney, NSW

Join us for a fun and festive celebration at The Kids' Cancer Project's flagship event. Guests at Christmas For A Cure will enjoy a three course meal hosted by The Kids’ Cancer Project CEO with an entertaining panel of speakers and live music. Find out more and book

Latest News & Stories

Harper’s journey

Harper’s journey

November 09, 2021

Young Harper's journey with a life-threatening brain tumour has set mum Meagan on a mission to raise awareness.

CJ's story

CJ's story

October 26, 2021

The raw reality of kids’ cancer treatment can leave parents with ongoing scars.

BLD wrap up 2021

BLD wrap up 2021

October 22, 2021

Be inspired to hold your very own Bloody Long Day for childhood cancer research.

Jamie's story

Jamie's story

October 18, 2021

Jamie's cuddly companions were there for him at a time when he needed them most.

Adelaide's story

Adelaide's story

October 13, 2021

Hope lies in research for children like Adelaide, living with the debilitating side-effects from cancer treatments.

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CJ's story

When tests revealed that four-month-old CJ had neuroblastoma, a cancerous tumour that had grown around his spine, WA parents Chrizette and Callisto were mourning the loss of Callisto’s mother from breast cancer.

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