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.
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.
Looking for a great way to stay active, and make a difference? You can be a community champion by fundraising with The Kids' Cancer Project. We've got some great outdoor events on offer, so read on to find the challenge event that suits you!
The Zero Childhood Cancer Program (ZERO), which has been supported by The Kids’ Cancer Project since 2015, is being expanded to all Australian's aged 0 to 18 years with any type of cancer.
After beating leukaemia as a baby, Baxter and his family are still navigating the ongoing effects of his gruelling cancer treatment as he prepares for a new challenge.
K’day is a special day to bring workplaces, schools, families and communities together to have fun, reconnect and most importantly, raise awareness and funds.
A huge thank you to the wonderful team at Sentis for taking part in the challenge, and of course for raising $900 to help support research into more effective treatments for childhood cancer.
The study which developed the revolutionary clinical guidelines was co-funded by The Kids' Cancer Project, led by researchers from the Murdoch Children's Research Institute, and endorsed by the Australian and New Zealand Children's Oncology Group.
Over the twelve days leading up to Christmas, we will be celebrating some of our incredible community and partners, by looking at the impact they are helping us make on childhood cancer.
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.
Queensland nurse researcher Rachel Edwards knows first-hand the effects of severe treatments of children’s cancer, because she’s on the ground every day.
While there are many donors and fundraisers of The Kids’ Cancer Project who have been directly affected by childhood cancer, there’s also a strong community of those who support the cause out of compassion, empathy, and a shared commitment to making a difference.
K’day, which stands for Kids’ Day, is The Kids’ Cancer Project’s annual double donation day, raising awareness and vital funds for childhood cancer research. We've got everything you need to know and how you can get involved below.
The Kids’ Cancer Project was proud to celebrate its most successful Christmas for a Cure event ever in 2024 – raising $630,000 for childhood cancer research thanks to the incredible generosity of attendees, sponsors and donors.
Rory is your typical five-year-old. His hobbies include wrestling, playing in the dirt and tormenting his brother. He’s a loveable little guy and he and his three siblings are a constant source of joy for his parents, Jen and Ben Hillery.
Bromic’s Better Challenge came to an end last week after an incredible month of fundraising, donating over $35,000 to The Kids’ Cancer Project for childhood cancer research.
Dr Kenny Ip, a molecular neuroscientist at the Children’s Cancer Institute, has carved out a career of note in a relatively short timeframe. In an eight-year period, he has released some 20 publications on complex brain circuits in an array of high-tier journals.
Fortitude Valley’s The Calile Hotel set the scene for the 2024 rendition of The Kids’ Cancer Project’s The Long Lunch in QLD – and as you can imagine, there wasn’t a guest left unmoved by the powerful message delivered by our speakers.
Since partnering with manufacturing outfit Bromic in 2018, The Kids’ Cancer Project has witnessed their extraordinary generosity and unwavering commitment. Their team have raised over $137,000 in support of vital children’s cancer research—an incredible achievement in six years.
Jamie loves life, especially when it’s full of teddy bears! His cuddly companions are an important source of support, having been gifted by generous donors at a time when he needed them most.
Our fifth edition of the Big Bids for Kids Online Auction has raised over $18,000 for vital kids’ cancer research, with all proceeds directed straight to researchers backed by The Kids’ Cancer Project.
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