Cell And Gene Trust raises funds for advanced medical research into cell and gene therapies. This research includes the development of new "platform" technology that is key to finding cures for diseases of genetic origin. This technology has the ultimate potential of finding cures for up to 4,000 genetic diseases, so that our children and grandchildren do not have to suffer from them. www.curethefuture.org
Coeliac Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation that provides support, information and understanding to our members who have been diagnosed with coeliac disease or medically require a strict gluten free diet. Currently one in every 100 Australians has coeliac disease but only 25% of these people have been diagnosed. We are working towards a higher diagnostic rate to prevent health complications caused by untreated coeliac disease such as osteoporosis, infertility and lymphoma of the small bowel.
The Cancer & Bowel Research Trust is a non-profit trust which raises vital funds to support both external and internal cancer research projects, fund the purchase of equipment used at both treatment and diagnostic levels, provide patient accommodation and manage and conduct ongoing awareness and prevention campaigns into bowel cancer. Please note: Donations from South Australian residents cannot be accepted
Blaire Bears provide bereaved parents with a handmade, personalised teddy bear for the storage of their child's urn.
Every year more than 600 Australian children will be diagnosed with cancer. Every week three Australian children will die of cancer. Children’s Cancer Institute exists solely to put an end to childhood cancer through medical research. We don’t just hope to do it. We will do it. It’s not if. It’s when. For more information visit: www.childrenscancerinstitute.org.au
Hamlin Fistula Australia Limited raises funds for the treatment, prevention and raising awareness of obstetric fistulas. Obstetric fistulas are a major medical problem for many women who give birth in remote areas of developing countries. Fistula repair returns a woman her dignity, social standing and gives her a new life.
The Wesley Hospital Kim Walters Choices Program (Choices) is a free community service regardless of where treatment has been undertaken offering support for women and men diagnosed with breast cancer and women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers and their families. Choices is unique in its multi- disciplinary holistic care of people experiencing a diagnosis of cancer. Choices can help you through the difficult decision making and emotional turmoil surrounding these diagnoses. Choices can: • answer your questions • provide practical assistance • help you make decisions • provide you with emotional support • connect you with others with a similar diagnosis Kevin Walters, once captain of the Brisbane Broncos football team and husband of the late Kim Walters, is the patron of Choices. Choices is dedicated to the memory of Kim who believed that support and understanding result from women sharing their experiences and as patron, Kevin continues to honour her memory and vision.
Asthma Foundation NSW supports people living with asthma today and strives to free the community from asthma tomorrow. The Foundation funds life saving asthma research, provides evidence based information and support to people living with asthma and their carers; and gives a voice to people with asthma by advocating for change on issues that affect them such as air quality.
The Eye Foundation's vision is for every person to be given every opportunity to see. Our mission is to lead efforts to preserve sight and prevent avoidable blindness throughout Australasia. The Foundation works with the ophthalmic community, the public, government and business communities to achieve this.
The Fund’s goals are driven by a strong need for action. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, many people in our community are riding bicycles. Infants, children, men and women are turning to cycling for fun, fitness and competition in what is becoming a growing trend. We wish to raise funds for the off road cycling facility as well as promote safe cycling education and awareness with local/state and federal governments.
is the research arm of Alzheimer’s Australia. From improvements in diagnosis, management and care to prevention and delay of dementia, we support the brightest new researchers in their fight against this devastating condition. To receive regular emailed updates about dementia research,
Many research treatments and clinical trials available are not supported by the National PBS and without that financial assistance the cost of treatment is high. We provide financial assistance to people with brain cancer for the medical and related costs associated with treating brain cancer.
2 out of 3 women diagnosed with ovarian cancer will die.... Please, help us turn the tide. The Women’s Cancer Foundation was established in 1996 to raise funds for research into ovarian cancer. Our goal is to reduce the mortality rate from this malignancy, by: To find out more about us, our current research, upcoming events and how you can be involved, visit
4P AUSSIE KIDZ aims to raise public awareness about Wolf Hirschhorn Syndrome and money to assist with the financial burden associated with this condition. Funds raised by 4P AUSSIE KIDZ will be used to provide financial assistance towards things that may be required for a child with Wolf Hirschhorn Syndrome. Such as standing frames, walking frames, car sets, communication devices, wheel chairs, and even possibly blocks of private therapy. For example: Speech therapy, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy.
1 in 2 Australians are diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime and an estimated 120,000 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in Australia in 2012. ONTrac at Peter Mac is a multidisciplinary service which is dedicated to the clinical care and support of young people aged 15-25 with cancer and their families throughout Victoria and is hosted by the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. The need for this service reflects the poor survival rates of many young people diagnosed with cancer and the significant impacts of a cancer diagnosis during adolescence and young adulthood for both the young person and their families.
We aim to provide and promote the best possible support for people living with motor neurone disease, their families and carers, to advance research, and to raise awareness
Is there a solution to the climate crisis? Beyond Zero Emissions is leading a ‘can do’ campaign for climate solutions grounded in commercially available technologies and peer-reviewed research. Our detailed plans demonstrate how each sector of Australia’s economy can transition to zero emissions within a decade, and our education campaigns follow through and disseminate our research to the community.
The Rotary Club of Fremantle provides community minded men and women with an enjoyable and organised way to make a contribution to our area and to those in need around the world. This year we are assisting the Pugh family with their efforts to raise sufficient funds for the Early Intervention treatment, for their 3 children.
Providing assistance with accommodation and travel expenses to Central Coast families of children with cancer or other prolonged illnesses while in Sydney & Newcastle hospitals.
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) is a broad based community organisation and 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. We do this by: Promoting and funding world leading, innovative research into prostate cancer Implementing awareness campaigns and education programs for the Australian Community, health professionals and Government Supporting men and their families affected by prostate cancer through evidence-based information and resources, support groups and Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurses PCFA receives Government funding for specific projects and relies on the generosity of individuals, the community and partnerships, such as those with the Movember Foundation and Commonwealth Bank, to carry out our essential work. Thank you for your support.
Arrhythmia Alliance Australia aims to ensure every person affected by a heart rhythm disorder receives information, support and rapid access to appropriate treatment. We also campaign for greater awareness of heart rhythm disorders.
Raising money to provide financial support, advice and advocacy for cancer patients as to many people in Australia cannot afford cancer treatment which can result in a patient refusing treatment. Stars with Heart works with the Cancer Council NSW Financial and Legal Referral Service and CAN Assist in the hope that one day all cancer patients will be able to decide their treatment based not on financial concerns but on what will provide the best health outcome and allow them and their families to maintain their quality of life whilst going through treatment.
The Cancer & Bowel Research Association Inc is a registered charity in Queensland and the Trustee for Breast Cancer Australia. All donations made to the The Cancer & Bowel Research Association Inc will benefit the work of Breast Cancer Australia. Breast Cancer Australia is a non-profit organisation which raises funds to support breast cancer research programs, to raise awareness for prevention measures and early detection of breast cancer, provide equipment for use at diagnostic treatment and research levels and to provide dignified accommodation for patients and families during oncology treatment.