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Maxx's Story
Maxx was diagnosed with blood cancer when he was 18.
His only hope for survival was a bone marrow transplant.
A transplant meant Maxx and his mum Karyn had to move from Tasmania to Melbourne.
Public Appeal to raise $1 million
Fight Cancer Foundation has officially launched the capital appeal for the expansion of it's Albury Wodonga patient and carer accommodation centre, Hilltop.
Having recently appointed former Albury Mayor and active Rotarian Cr Alice Glachan as the Capital Campaign Fundraising Director, the Foundation is aiming to raise $1 million through the public appeal.
That's a wrap on Red Ball Melbourne 2019!
The 27th annual Red Ball Melbourne took place on Saturday 14 September 2019 and was a resounding success!
Hugh Jackman honoured with a Companion of the Order
Longstanding Patron Hugh Jackman has been recognised in this years Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Hugh has a long history with Fight Cancer Foundation. He has been an avid supporter since the early 1990's, and his generosity over the last two decades has made an enormous impact on Australian families living with cancer.
TEAM Fight Cancer at Run Melbourne 2019
Run Melbourne 2019 took place on Sunday 28 July, and Fight Cancer Foundation’s TEAM Fight Cancer was out in force in support of Australians living with cancer.
Just under $15,000 was raised by our incredible TEAM - funds which will directly support Australians living with cancer through our life-saving research and vital support programs.
Jo Stanley to host Red Ball Melbourne 2019
We're excited to announce that Jo Stanley is set to host Red Ball Melbourne 2019!
Jo, a popular and much loved Aussie star, has been gracing Australia's airwaves since 1993. She has hosted several successful breakfast radio shows and has appeared on several TV shows across various networks.
Tickets to Red Ball Melbourne 2019 now on sale!
Tickets to the 27th annual Red Ball Melbourne are now on sale!
Join us on Saturday 14 September at Palladium at Crown for a fantastic night out to support people living with cancer and their families.
Spencer's Run to Give Hope
High school student, Spencer, is taking on Run Melbourne as part of TEAM Fight Cancer this July.
Inspired by his mother's fight against cancer Spencer is hoping " to give other people hope and make a difference in their lives whether it’s big or small."
Be Enchanted at Red Ball Adelaide 2019
Join us for a magical evening at the fourth annual Red Ball Adelaide on Saturday 1 June 2019.
Be Enchanted by a special night of glamour, fine food and fantastic live entertainment to support South Australian Children living with cancer.
Fundraiser Spotlight: Matt Williams
Like most people, Matt has been personally affected by cancer, and supporting cancer charities is a cause he feels strongly about.
When the opportunity arose to take part in an amateur boxing night through his club, Matt decided to take on the fight, both against his opponent and against cancer.
Sue's Story
When Sue was diagnosed with lung cancer she needed to be in Hobart to access life-saving treatment at the Royal Hobart Hospital. Sue’s home in Oatlands is more than an hour away from Hobart. Thankfully, Sue was able to find a home away from home at our Hobart patient accommodation centre, John Opie House.
Commonwealth Government supports Stage 2 expansion of Hilltop
Fight Cancer Foundation’s Albury Wodonga patient accommodation centre, Hilltop, has received a generous boost to its expansion plans from the Federal Government’s ‘Building Better Regions Fund’.
The expansion will increase the capacity of this unique and vital service by 3,650 guest nights each year and will help reduce the physical, emotional and financial stress associated with cancer.
Tamara's Story
Tamara was at a pivotal point in high school when she was diagnosed with leukaemia. Her treatment meant she was in hospital for nearly a year, missing out on crucial time in the classroom with her peers.
Run Melbourne with Fight Cancer Foundation
Fight Cancer Foundation is recruiting TEAM Fight Cancer members for Run Melbourne 2019!
Take part in one of Melbourne's most popular running events to raise funds for Australians living with cancer and their families.
Our Gift to You: 2019 Downloadable Calendar
As a small gesture to show our appreciation to our wonderful supporters in 2018, we've created this 2019 calendar, which can be downloaded for free and printed at home.
John Opie House 10 Year Anniversary
In November 2018, Fight Cancer Foundation’s Hobart accommodation centre, John Opie House, celebrated its 10 year anniversary.
Fight Cancer Foundation is proud to have been providing a home away from home for seriously ill Tasmanians and their carers who must travel to access life-saving medical treatment, for the past decade.
Face of Hope: D'ARTAGNAN
Roy and Diane own and run D'ARTAGNAN, a local's favourite homeware store in Moonee Ponds, Melbourne.
They have been collecting in-store donations for Fight Cancer Foundation since July 2017, raising more than $1400 to date.
Commonwealth Bank Charity Footy Match
Last month, staff from Commonwealth Bank hosted their Regional vs Metro charity football match to raise funds to support Australian families living with cancer.
Big W Joins the Fight against Cancer
CureTOUR is back in 2018!
Founded in 2010, CureTOUR is a bi-annual bike ride returning in 2018 for the fifth TOUR.
The group of 17 extraordinary community fundraisers are aiming to raise $120,000 to support Australians families in the fight against cancer. The peloton will cycle over 1200kms from Geelong to Adelaide this October.
Face of Hope: Chelsea Lewis
Chelsea Lewis, a teacher at Malvern Central School in Melbourne, has been an avid supporter of Footy Colours Day since 2014.
The five Footy Colours Day events she has organised and hosted at her school have raised more than $54,000 to support children living with cancer.
Running for Callum Thomas
Callum was just shy of his second birthday when he was given the devastating diagnosis of Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML).
Sadly, Callum lost his fight when he was just two years and nine months old. Since then, Callum's father Mithcell hasn't stopped in his quest to find a cure for AML.
2018 Fight Cancer Foundation Volunteer of the Year
Congratulations to Mr Jack LeBel who has been named the 2018 Fight Cancer Foundation Volunteer of the Year!
Jack has been volunteering with Fight Cancer Foundation for nine years - offering professional massage sessions to patients and families staying at our North Melbourne accommodation centre.
Face of Hope: Shane Lee
Shane joined Fight Cancer Foundation as a volunteer about four months ago, offering much needed assistance to our Finance Manager.
Since then, Shane's role has expanded to assist other teams with admin support and ad hoc duties as required.
Paulini to perform at Red Ball Melbourne 2018!
Paulini, who won our hearts on the first season of Australian Idol, will perform at Fight Cancer Foundation's 26th annual Red Ball Melbourne!
Face of Hope: Spuds 'R' Us
The team at Spuds 'R' Us have been generously donating time at their apartment in Hamilton Island to families who share their story at Red Ball Melbourne for about 10 years.
