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Inspiring stories about the scientists, supporters and families united against childhood cancer.
Australian businesses multiply impact on life-saving research
30/09/2020
Australian businesses have supported The Kids' Cancer Project by committing funds as part of the charity’s most ambitious fundraising initiative.
Your Power Pledge Update
30/09/2020
We are getting closer to discovering kinder more effective treatments for children diagnosed with cancer.
"He's alive today because of medical science."
28/09/2020
Baby Eli has beaten the odds to reach his first birthday. While his parents celebrate every breath he takes - they can’t relax yet.
Impact report: Inspirational increase in clinical trials
25/09/2020
Your donation has helped save lives. In 2015, The Kids' Cancer Project pledged $1 million to grow clinical trials that help Aussie kids with cancer.
Impact report: Defying relapsed neuroblastoma
23/09/2020
Hard-to-treat relapsed neuroblastoma will soon be a diagnosis of the past as scientists get closer to refining a new treatment regime.
RAMS continues its support for life-saving research
22/09/2020
RAMS Financial Group have committed much-needed funding and business support to assist in childhood cancer research projects.
QBE Foundation helps multiply impact
17/09/2020
The insurance giant continues to support life-saving scientific research for children with cancer.
Big Bids for Kids 2020
16/09/2020
COVID threw a few curve balls this year and many annual events were postponed or rescheduled.
Kids’ cancer research benefits adult cancer therapy
11/09/2020
Sometimes kids’ cancer research paves the way to effective treatment and new therapies for all.
Family owned business helps kids with cancer
10/09/2020
Australian business, Lorraine Lea has donated more than $29,000 for scientific research to help children with cancer.
Superkids Superheroes Scooter Challenge 2020
08/09/2020
This is the fifth year a Superhero family in WA are tackling an impressive 600-kilometre scooter challenge for kids with cancer.
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Investing in impact
02/09/2020
When one of our volunteers realised the impact of our work, she generously gave to make a big impact in return.
High Tea for a High Cause 2020
01/09/2020
It’s that time of year again when the Weir family bakes their socks off in preparation for their annual ‘High Tea for a High Cause'!
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The $10,000 gift of life
21/08/2020
To help develop a cure for the disease that has decimated her family, Coral has left a generous gift as a bequest, in her will.
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Set sail for Pirate Day 2020
17/07/2020
Australia are you set to embrace your inner buccaneer to support of kids with brain cancer this September?
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One crazy team for kids with cancer
15/07/2020
This September, the NSW netball community will unite as Team Crazy for Crazy Hair & Sock Day.
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Behind the science: Associate Professor Josh McCarroll
12/07/2020
The brain’s natural defence mechanisms make treatment of brain tumours extremely difficult. This researcher with a very personal childhood cancer connection is hoping to change that.
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Melbourne Cup business luncheon
07/07/2020
The Kids' Cancer Project host business leaders for Melbourne Cup charity luncheon.
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Ten top tips for fundraising!
03/07/2020
Fundraising can be a daunting task, so we've spoken to our fundraising professionals who are only too happy to share their expertise.
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Behind the science: Dr Michelle Henderson
26/02/2020
Continuous funding means this research collaboration can aim high, improve survival statistics and re-write the history books for high risk childhood leukaemia.
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Ambassador profile | Michael Milton OAM
04/08/2021
Michael’s left leg was amputated when he was nine years old due to cancer. His lived experience is helping him to help others.
My Birthday Teddy & The Kids’ Cancer Project
06/08/2021
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month collaboration between The Kids’ Cancer Project and My Birthday Teddy™.
FY2022 Grant Round Open
09/08/2021
Applications for medical research grants through The Kids’ Cancer Project are now open.
Vote for our local heroes
10/08/2021
Meet two finalists in the Westfield Local Heroes community grants program who are helping kids with cancer!
Cooper's story
15/08/2021
After spending many long days and nights in hospital, the Pacey family are advocates for change.
Greater purpose: The secret to business success
24/08/2021
The people from law firm Colin Biggers & Paisley don’t do fundraising by halves.
Zayden’s unbe-leafable fundraiser
01/07/2021
Five-year-old entrepreneur Zayden is learning the joy of helping others through fundraising with his own little business.
Generosity is good for you
05/07/2021
Experts say that giving regularly is all part of a healthy lifestyle.
Attcall announce charity partnership
06/07/2021
The earthmoving, excavation and demolition business has commited to support bold scientific research to help kids with cancer.
Anti-cancer drug shows promise
07/07/2021
Funding from The Kids' Cancer Project has led to an exciting discovery of a new generation drug to help children diagnosed with brain cancer.
Significant support for seed-funded research
30/07/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project had the foresight to initiate and fund the C4 Group.
Marathon effort to raise money for research
01/06/2021
Chris is making a marathon effort for kids' cancer research, after a late-night phone call turned his family's world upside down.
Case study | Paradise Outdoor Advertising
10/06/2021
Doing Good Charity Program.
POA used their expertise in out-of-home advertising to improve the lives of kids diagnosed with cancer and engage their staff.
KBC360 Live Event
03/06/2021
The Childhood Brain Cancer Symposium was held in May at The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Win-win for netball fans and kids’ cancer research
07/06/2021
Netball NSW and the NSW Swifts continue support of vital childhood cancer research.