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Tiana’s Precious Cargo
Many of us have possessions we know we’ll hang on to for life. For you maybe it’s some family photos, a piece of jewellery or perhaps even a hand-me-down from a parent. For Tiana, 18, it’s this bear, Olivia.
How you’re helping kids with cancer overcome loneliness
When Ellalee’s daughter, Maia, was diagnosed with ALL, she prepared as best she could for the difficult journey ahead. Here, she opens up about the loneliness Maia faced during her cancer, and how the kindness of people like you has given her daughter a reason to smile during the hardest time of her life.
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.
The bear that shows people care
In hospital with her seriously ill three-month-old son, one mum was given a comforting sense of support from, of all places, a teddy bear.
Beary comforting cuddles
Families who receive The Kids' Cancer Project bears share their heart-warming testimonials.
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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The Better Challenge: Hugo’s comeback took a team. Now he’s challenging others to help fight cancer.
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When a rugby-mad youngster was given a life-altering medical diagnosis, he learned the true value of a team.
The Better Challenge: Funding exercise oncology research
09/07/2024
As we gear up for the Better Challenge, Accredited Exercise Physiologist Dr David Mizrahi reveals the magic of movement in kids’ cancer recovery, and the power of your donations in enabling greater...
Rare Cancers Awareness Day
26/06/2024
The treatments and drugs used for adults are not directly transferable to children, and there are no obvious behavioural preventions like giving up smoking or staying out of the sun. By definition,...
Blue skies ahead: Inside The Kids’ Cancer Project and Blue Sky Services’ budding partnership
24/06/2024
Blue Sky Services, a national award-winning cleaning business, is one such company who has partnered with The Kids’ Cancer Project to commit to our mission of finding 100% survival rate for children...
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Smashing the glass ceiling in the name of children’s cancer research
01/07/2024
The Kids' Cancer Project builds lasting bonds with many of its dedicated corporate partners through diverse initiatives, but for Express Glass it was a facilities management event that laid the...
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month and The Kids’ Cancer Project is partnering with like-minded organisations to fund pioneering sarcoma research.
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month and The Kids’ Cancer Project is partnering with like-minded organisations to fund pioneering sarcoma research.
Sarcoma is a rare cancer of the bone and tissue. For...
City2Surf for The Kids' Cancer Project
20/05/2024
Ready to lace up your running shoes for the City2Surf? Fundraise for The Kids' Cancer Project in your run and combine fitness, fun, and fundraising in one unforgettable experience.
Nourishing The Fighter for The Kids' Cancer Project
Leila Davies, inspiring mother and author, is taking on a huge challenge in aid of The Kids’ Cancer Project, walking from Victor Harbor to Melbourne starting June 1st 2024. We had the honour of...
Funding secured for Interfant-21 clinical trial
15/05/2024
Infant Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) has had a very poor prognosis and survival has not improved significantly over the last two decades, with an event-free survival rate of less than 40%. The...