HeartKids Australia Inc is a charity focused on improving the lives and futures of those affected by childhood heart disease, by providing high quality, caring support, information and advocacy and to give hope by driving world class research.
Tour de Cure Limited as Trustee For Tour de Cure Trust is a cycling foundation committed to raising money to fund vital cancer research, support and prevention projects for men, women and children. In addition to raising funds, we are also committed to raising cancer awareness in all communities across Australia.
HMRI brings together talented researchers from Hunter New England Health, the University of Newcastle and Calvary Mater Newcastle, working together to find answers to diseases and illnesses that affect the whole community and translating these findings into practice. HMRI provides support for researchers and funds important studies into many areas, including cancer, stroke, premature birth, mental illness and asthma.
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is the only specialist cancer hospital in Australia. It also houses the largest cancer research group in the country. Cancer touches all of us either directly or indirectly during our lives. Today, more than half of those diagnosed with cancer will have a successful response to treatment. This significant progress is due to the dedication of clinicians, nurses, scientists, volunteers and benefactors, who are all creating a better future for people touched by cancer. Sir Peter MacCallum believed that nothing but the best is good enough in the treatment of cancer. We strive to maintain his dream.
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) is the peak national body for prostate cancer in Australia. We are dedicated to reducing the impact of prostate cancer on Australian men, their partners, families and the wider community. For more information about prostate cancer or how you can help please contact PCFA on free call 1800 22 00 99, or visit www.pcfa.org.au.
SIDS and Kids is dedicated to saving the lives of babies and children during pregnancy, birth, infancy and childhood and supporting bereaved families. We deliver on our vision through world class research; evidence based education and bereavement support; and advocacy.
Donations to UON make a difference through helping to enable: - students achieve their academic potential, regardless of background or circumstance - world-renowned, ground-breaking research to find solutions to life’s challenges - practical solutions through our outreach programs to address issues of community concern locally, nationally and globally.
Perry Cross Spinal Research Foundation (PCSRF) raises funds to support research projects, to promote and educate the public on the need for research, development and prevention for the 12,000+ Australians suffering paralysis.
The Myeloma Foundation of Australia is a not for profit organisation. The Foundation’s mission is to facilitate myeloma research in Australia through our Medical and Scientific Advisory Group, to support and inform those living with the disease and educate those involved in its care and treatment. We are determined to raise community awareness and understanding of myeloma and to improve patient access to the latest treatments at affordable prices. The Foundation provides the latest information and support to people living with myeloma and their carers through regular newsletters, information sheets, a telephone support line (1800 MYELOMA), support groups and our website www.myeloma.org.au
Each year, the Royal Children’s Hospital cares for more than 37,000 children from all over Queensland, northern New South Wales and beyond. Through the support of the community, the Children’s Hospital Foundation works wonders for sick kids by investing in groundbreaking research leading to faster diagnoses, better treatments and ultimately cures. Our team of 500 friendly volunteers help deliver a patient care program which provides practical support to staff, sick kids and their families. Volunteers provide friendly information services, time-out for parents through playing with kids on the wards, and assist in clinical areas including operating theatres. The Foundation also funds the Wonder Factory – a specially designed entertainment centre boasting game consoles galore, arts and crafts capers, an amazing book bunker...and so much more. It's a time and space in which our young patients can escape the demands of hospital routine and get back to what kids should be doing...playing, laughing and just being kids.
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is where ordinary stops and learning starts. We are renowned across the world for our teaching and cutting edge research. Help us educate the next generation of global citizens and make a difference - support a research project or a scholarship for students and be part of a partnership that positively impacts our community.
The objectives of this Trust are to generate charitable donations for helping in the treatment of cancer in 3rd World countries, and more specifically, the establishment of the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Center located in Lahore, Pakistan. This is a non-profit institution, developed as a State-of-the Art tertiary care, charitable Hospital catering to all segments of society without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, national origin, or sex, and treating patients without regard to ability to pay.
The Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre at Austin Health combines international research programs into all types of cancers with patient-centred medical treatment and the best of wellness and supportive care programs. “More than just treating cancer, it’s about providing care for the whole person - body, mind and spirit,” Olivia Newton-John. www.OliviaAppeal.com
MND affects approximately 1500 people in Australia and thousands more - their carers, families and friends - live daily with its impact. On average every day in Australia at least two people die from MND and two more are diagnosed. MND Australia is the national peak body for MND care and research in Australia. The MND Australia network comprises six state Associations, representing all states and territories. The MND Research Institute of Australia (MNDRIA) is the research arm of MND Australia.
CURE CANCER AUSTRALIA'S focus is to find a cure for cancer. One in two families are touched by cancer in their lifetime and Cure Cancer Australia is determined to improve prevention, detection and treatment outcomes to reduce the suffering caused by cancer. In 2014, Cure Cancer Australia will provide 28 research grants totalling $2.5million to the best young researchers in our country with fresh approaches across all areas of cancer research. $50 funds one hour, $1,900 funds one week, $8,300 funds one month and $100,000 funds one year of vital cancer research. Untold thousands of lives have already been saved as a result of research. However, one life lost to cancer is still one too many. Cure Cancer Australia will not give up on the fight until we can realise 'a world without cancer, nothing less. ' We simply couldn't continue our work without the support of people like you. Thank you for your support!
The Western Health Foundation was established in 2011. The Mission of the Foundation is, “Dedicated to raising funds to assist Western Health and the people of Melbourne’s west”. The activities of the Foundation are directed towards the following objectives: • To raise funds for the purchase of equipment and certain facilities at Western Health • To fund medical research undertaken by Western Health • To provide scholarships for the staff at Western Health Funds raised by The Western Health Foundation are not used to fund general hospital operating expenses. Government cannot fund all that Western Health needs to meet the ever increasing requirements of an expanding and ageing population. This is a challenge that is facing public health service providers throughout the country. As a community we can do much to help build Western Health so it can provide improved health services and facilities for the people of Melbourne’s west.
Melanoma Patients Australia offers a national network of support and information to patients, their families, carers, and friends, about melanoma prevention, diagnosis, management and treatment. All of the services offered to patients are offered at no cost.
Newro Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity dedicated to advancing the treatment of brain and spinal conditions. Through research, the goal is to improve the treatment and post-operative care of patients so they can return to a normal life as quickly as possible.
As Australia's peak national non-government cancer control* organisation, Cancer Council Australia advises the Australian Government and other bodies on practices and policies to help prevent, detect and treat cancer. We also advocate for the rights of cancer patients for best treatment and supportive care. Our vision Minimise the threat of cancer to Australians, through successful prevention, best treatment and support. Our mission Lead a cohesive approach to reduce the impact of cancer. Cancer Council Australia works with its members the eight state and territory cancer organisations to: •undertake and fund cancer research •prevent and control cancer •provide information and support for people affected by cancer. Cancer Council Australia was formerly called the Australian Cancer Society.
The PA Research Foundation funds world class research into deadly and debilitating disease. Everyday countless Australian lives of both the young and old are lost to serious health conditions, many of which could be prevented by early diagnosis, better health care and treatment alternatives. At the PA Research Foundation we are all about doing just this, saving lives to create a healthy world for all - by working hand in hand with the community to create opportunities to bring amazing health and medical breakthroughs to life.
The Garvan Institute of Medical Research is a world leader in innovative fundamental medical research with more than 600 scientists, students, support staff and associates. Garvan’s main research divisions are: Cancer, Diabetes & Obesity, Immunology, Osteoporosis and Bone Biology, and Neuroscience
Brain Tumour Alliance Australia Inc (BTAA) is the only national brain tumour patient and caregiver organisation in Australia who represents the brain tumour community from the health care consumer view point. Established in late 2008 by a group of brain tumour patients and current and former caregivers, BTAA seeks to represent the brain tumour community from the viewpoint of the patient, family and caregiver. While welcoming the advice and input of medical specialists, BTAA hope by working together we can strengthen the patient support group alliances across Australia and convey consistent messages across a variety of health consumer groups and the Brain tumour community.
The MPS Society supports individuals affected with MPS, parents of affected children, other relatives and friends of affected children. As well, we extend our support to those affected by related disorders and invite them to be members also. Professionals working in the MPS and related fields and all those interested in the MPS and related diseases are welcome to join the Society.
Australian Breast Cancer Research (ABCR) was established to assist with funding vital medical research into the detection, management and treatment of breast cancer and in turn, help reduce the impact of this cancer upon Australian families.