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When a cancer battle meant young Millie was down and almost out, her brave sisters stepped in to bring her back from the brink.

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.

Serco Facilities Management (formerly Facilities First Australia) have partnered with The Kids’ Cancer Project since 2018 providing incredible support throughout various fundraising initiatives most notably, the annual national Write A Book In A Day competition.

For a parent watching their brave child go through the kids’ cancer experience, the journey is almost unimaginable. Fortunately, there’s plenty that other families can do to lighten that load.

The Kids’ Cancer Project is looking forward to collaborating with the new Minister for Health, the Hon. Mark Butler MP. 

iBounce is a distance-delivered digital education program that encourages children to get physical following their cancer treatment.

12-Year-old Shivani writes her own book to help kids with cancer

Working closely with organisations to support and help children and their families is one of Vuly’s core values and with the prevalence of childhood cancer within Australia, Vuly were honoured to have the opportunity to partner with the Kids’ Cancer Project.

WOTSO was a proud supporter of the Better Challenge in 2021and are hoping to come back bigger and better than ever in 2022! 

Families who receive The Kids' Cancer Project bears share their heartwarming testimonials.

In March 2021, when she learned her beloved daughter had a life-threatening brain tumour, a mum made it her mission to raise the profile of childhood cancer.

Raffle winner Sue explains why she supports The Kids' Cancer Project in her own heartfelt words.

The Kids’ Cancer Project is funding powerful research by Dr Emmy Fleuren. She’s bringing sarcoma treatment into the future.

Six-year-old Imogen lost her locks to raise money for childhood cancer research.

Lorraine Lea continue to their generous commitment to supporting childhood cancer research.

Pirate Day 2022 is supporting research into one of the deadliest brain cancers, DIPG.

CJ’s treatment journey was brightened by The Kids’ Cancer Project bears.

Young Jamie's world was turned upside down after being diagnosed with childhood cancer.

The Kids’ Cancer Project is proud to partner with Bromic for another exciting year of innovative fundraising.

Lauren Ha hopes to decrease late effects by promoting physical activity in survivors.

An exciting new international clinical trial for patients diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma.

Sirron Holdings Group and Taren Cleaning Supplies announce multi-year partnerships with The Kids’ Cancer Project.

While various forms of leukaemia have seen their survival rates blossoming thanks to powerful research, others are harder to treat.

The Kids’ Cancer Project announces Doug Cunningham’s decision to step down from the charity’s Board of Directors

The Kids’ Cancer Project announces successful 2021 PdCCRS grant recipients. 

Dr Dannielle Upton hopes to change survival outcomes for one of the deadliest childhood cancers.

The Kids’ Cancer Project Christmas fundraising luncheon raised $205,000 to help children with many different types of cancer.

Making the most of easing COVID-19 restrictions, The Kids’ Cancer Project's golf day raised vital funds for chilhdood cancer research. 

Developing positive food habits after cancer treatment can be the difference between a fit future and illness issues.

A research project targeting one of the most aggressive childhood cancers aims to give cancer cells less opportunity to hide.

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

Orlando beat the odds thanks to a clinical trial of a new treatment. 

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

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

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

A family continue to honour their daughter’s legacy despite COVID restrictions.

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

Stats incredible! The Kids’ Cancer Project thanks all who got involved in The Better Challenge 2021.

The Kids' Cancer Project seeks major investment for its seasonal matched giving appeal.

When is the long-term toxicity of cancer treatment too great, and what can be done? Associate Professor Rachel Conyers is part of a team providing the answers.

The Kids’ Cancer Project announce the winners of the FY22 grant round

Superhero up for science and support Captain Australia’s Big Walk as he treks the East Coast with nothing but the essentials.

The devastating impact of childhood brain cancer is recognised every September as part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Lexie's family honour a promise they made to her - to celebrate her life every day. 

Dr Kotecha aims to establish a full circle, with lab research translated back to the bedside.

Tanya and her family are going the distance in The Better Challenge for her son Bradley and kids just like him.

The people from law firm Colin Biggers & Paisley don’t do fundraising by halves.

After spending many long days and nights in hospital, the Pacey family are advocates for change.

Young Jamie's furry friends have been an important source of support throughout treatment for cancer.

Meet two finalists in the Westfield Local Heroes community grants program who are helping kids with cancer!

Applications for medical research grants through The Kids’ Cancer Project are now open.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month collaboration between The Kids’ Cancer Project and My Birthday Teddy™.

Michael’s left leg was amputated when he was nine years old due to cancer. His lived experience is helping him to help others.

The Kids’ Cancer Project had the foresight to initiate and fund the C4 Group.

Funding from The Kids' Cancer Project has led to an exciting discovery of a new generation drug to help children diagnosed with brain cancer. 

The earthmoving, excavation and demolition business has commited to support bold scientific research to help kids with cancer. 

Experts say that giving regularly is all part of a healthy lifestyle. 

Five-year-old entrepreneur Zayden is learning the joy of helping others through fundraising with his own little business.

Businesses and individuals alike got behind The Kids’ Cancer Project’s end of financial year online auction making it a roaring success!

Driving a brighter future for kids with cancer. 

This oncologist and researcher shares the motivations behind his significant work in the development of AYA oncology.

The Better Challenge is a new fundraising campaign to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer research.

For children diagnosed with brain cancer, says ‘mumcologist’ Marion Corbett, research offers the only hope.

A preclinical study has found multiple myeloma is highly sensitive to a newly developed experimental therapy.

In an exciting development, a national network of cardio-oncology hubs is set to be created.

Paradise Outdoor Advertising are using their expertise in out-of-home billboards to improve the lives of kids with cancer.

Netball NSW and the NSW Swifts continue support of vital childhood cancer research.

The Childhood Brain Cancer Symposium was held in May at The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation. 

Chris is making a marathon effort for kids' cancer research, after a late-night phone call turned his family's world upside down.

Reboot Kids has created a new program to help families navigate an important element of life post-cancer treatment.