Volunteer Profile: Jan
Jan has been a volunteer at our education support program for the last two years. She offers vital support to our education coordinators, and plays an important role for children receiving and recovering from cancer treatment.
Jan shared with us what a day in the life as a volunteer looks like and why she loves it so much.
A letter from the MD: COVID-19
It has been a truly challenging start to 2020. First the horrific bushfires and now a global pandemic, which is having extraordinary impact on all aspects of our lives.
On that note, I must share the troubling news that we are facing unprecedented interruption to our fundraising efforts, with our major events and fundraising campaigns postponed or cancelled.
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.
