About Our Foundation

The Children’s Cancer Foundation consists of a dedicated team collaborating with like-minded individuals and organisations to fund world-class research, provide top-tier clinical care, and offer quality family support programs.

Since 1992, the Foundation has raised $69,133,000 to support children and families impacted by cancer.

Our Mission

We raise and invest funds to develop new and better cancer treatment and support for children and their families.

Our Vision

By 2029, Australian children with cancer will have access to world class treatment and support to survive and thrive.

Our Values

CURIOUS

We always want to fund a better way for every childhood cancer challenge

COLLABORATIVE

We know we cannot do this alone, so we seek to partner with the many who can help

ACCOUNTABLE

We strive for the most efficient ways to achieve our ambitions and always provide full disclosure

ADVOCATE

We are the voice for those needing a cure, and are focused on their access to the best support possible today and the promise of complete solutions tomorrow

BELIEF

We steadfastly believe that we are making a vital contribution to beat childhood cancer for good and the horizon for success is visible

How it began

The Children’s cancer Foundation was established in 1992 by visionary parents who sought to create warmer, more comforting treatment environments for children, along with support for families grappling with this disease, which leaves and enduring impact on their lives. Their caring spirit still guides us today.  

Check out our full timeline here.