Survival starts with science

The Kids' Cancer Project funds vital scientific research to develop better treatments for all children with cancer.

Our dream is for no child to die from cancer.

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Supporting kids' with cancer
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February 15

This International Childhood Cancer Day, swap G’day with K’day and help us raise awareness and vital funds for childhood cancer research.

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G'day is out, K'day is in!

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Why Research

Research shapes how we diagnose, treat, and improve the lives of kids with cancer. 86% of childhood cancer patients now survive thanks to research, some of which we’ve funded, but we won’t stop until that number reaches 100%.

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Upcoming Events

Join us at one of our upcoming events, or create one yourself!

Your involvement all leads to more funds raised for vital scientific research for kids with cancer.

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Meet our Board: Jessie Glew

20/11/2023
For Jessie Glew, the joint MD and COO of WOTSO, the simple idea that ‘we will find a cure’ drives her passion to help fund kids’ cancer research. Jessie’s infectious enthusiasm, clear drive to make a...

Founder Col Reynolds OAM wins prestigious 2024 Advocacy Award

13/11/2023
We are thrilled to announce The Kids' Cancer Project’s founder Col Reynolds OAM is the winner of Research Australia's 2024 Advocacy Award.

Why Prof. Dun's research into the deadliest form of childhood cancer is more than just professional

30/10/2023
For Professor Matt Dun, his research into DIPG is more than just professional. In 2019, his daughter, Josie, sadly passed away from the aggressive form of childhood brain cancer, leading him to...

The Bloody Long Day 2023

24/10/2023
In a world that often seems overwhelmed by challenges, there are individuals and communities that rise above, showing unwavering dedication to a cause close to their hearts.

Tommy’s special bear

18/10/2023
Thanks to years of research funded by people like you, Tommy is on track to recover from acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. But having been diagnosed at just 19-months-old, the pain, trauma and side...

Christmas for a cure

18/09/2023
The Kids' Cancer Project first Christmas fundraising luncheon raised $100,000 to help children with many different types of cancer. Read more about how to get involved in this year's event.

2023 Fellowship successful applicants

13/09/2023
With an investment of over $7.9 million, The Kids’ Cancer Project is ensuring that some of the best and brightest young researchers in Australia can further their careers and most importantly, their...

Your Cancer Project newsletter - Spring edition

11/09/2023
Read how your support has helped save lives and is pushing kids' cancer research further than ever before.

“All we had was hope.” − How your support is helping kids like Matilda survive cancer.

01/09/2023
At just eight-weeks-old, Matilda's chances of surviving acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) hung at less than 20%.
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