The community moving towards a cancer-free future together
Meet some of the incredible individuals who have taken on ACRF’s 60km In May challenge. Many people who take part in this challenge have been personally impacted by cancer - whether that's their own diagnosis or that of a loved one. Cancer impacts us all, and this challenge is a powerful way to make a difference.
Doing it for family
"Cancer affects so many people. Not only those with cancer but their families. It realistically affects us all."
Emily and her two sisters-in-law took part in 60km in May in 2024 in support of her father-in-law, Steve, who had recently been diagnosed with cancer. Despite living apart from each other, the trio united as Team M'iles and Smiles' and stepped up to tackle the challenge and support life-saving cancer research.
"I loved teh Challenge! It motivated me to stay active and healthy, and it gave me the opportunity to be more social.
"The fundraising was quite fun, I'm a very competitive person, so I kept promoting it as much as I could. I am very proud of how much our team raised!"
Join us this May and help bring us closer to a world without this devastating disease. We are deeply grateful to Emily and her family for their incredible commitment and support.
Doing it for research
"How wonderful would it be to live in a world where the dreaded C word, is not so dreaded…."
Last year, Amanda smashed her 60km in May goal by doing steps around the deck during a family cruise.
"I was drawn to the word research. After meeting with oncologists with my mum and hearing things like 'we just don’t have enough information about these types of things' I really wanted to do my part to help."
Supporting her parents through cancer was hard enough. Amanda then faced her own cancer diagnosis.
"Whilst the dreaded C word is extremely scary for someone my age, and don’t get me wrong, feels like a death sentence when you hear it, there’s hope that it doesn’t have to always come with so much fear and terror. I was lucky to experience my son’s reaction to my cancer diagnosis and explanation of how we would fight it, as not scared, but loving and ready to join the fight."
If you're ready to make a difference through ACRF's 60km in May, alongside people like Amanda, then register and join us!
Join the community!
Join our vibrant Facebook group to stay motivated and connected with fellow participants as you complete your 60km In May challenge. Share your progress, stories, and celebrate wins along the way! We'll be sharing tips, encouragement and exciting prizes to be won!
