383
brave shavers taking bold action on September 24.
85,063
raised to back bold and brilliant research into all cancers
This World Cancer Research Day, Wednesday September 24, we stand with the brave.
Register your interest to shave, cut, or colour for the countless brave Australians who face cancer every day.
Every dollar that you raise or donate helps us to back brilliant cancer research so we can continue to find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat ALL types of cancer and put an end to this devastating disease.
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Ali Braved the Shave for Her Adored Mum
"I know she felt like she had lost her femininity in losing her hair, but for me, it had the opposite effect. I suppose because, for me, it was a choice."
In 2019, Ali’s mum, Deborah, was diagnosed with cancer and began chemotherapy that same week. Despite her strength, kindness, and vibrancy, losing her hair during treatment was painful for Deborah.
In July 2020, Deborah begun further treatment through a research trial and sadly passed away in November 2020. Ali struggled to focus on anything after her beautiful mum passed. In an effort to honour her and raise vital funds for cancer research, Ali decided to brave the shave.
"At first, I aimed to raise $1,000, but my amazing community helped me hit that goal in just two hours! So, I bumped it up to $5,000, and by the time of the shave, I had raised well over that."
Why support ACRF?
2 in 5
Australians will be diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85.
1 in 7
Australians will pass away from cancer before the age of 85 (1 in 6 men, 1 in 8 women).
More than
165,000
New cases of cancer are estimated to have been diagnosed in Australia in 2023.
It's a deadly problem that needs disruptive solutions, starting with pioneering programs and revolutionary research. Because we know only brilliant ideas can tackle something as big as cancer.
Supporting ACRF means backing projects that push boundaries and blaze new trails. You're giving scientists access to cutting-edge technology that drives innovation — ultimately saving millions of lives.
Every donation helps us back brilliant.
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