Our 29th Annual General Meeting
On Wednesday 14 December, our Foundation held it’s 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the South of Perth Yacht Club. This was a stunning new location for our AGM, where members were able to take in the picturesque views of the Swan River.
Secretary and Chief Executive Office Andrea Alexander gave her reports on the Foundation’s operations and achievements during the 2021/2022 financial year, alongside Chairman Geoff Cattach.
Guests were also treated to a brief presentation by Associate Professor Joost Lesterhuis, who shared an exciting update about the Sarcoma Research Program that we are helping to fund at the Telethon Kids Cancer Centre.
Joost and his team have lead a unique clinical trial in pet dogs that could pave the way for a new immunotherapy treatment for Sarcoma. The treatment is a polymer-filled gel which is loaded with immunotherapy drugs and can be applied inside the surgical wound when a patient has a sarcoma tumour removed.
It was wonderful for our members to be able to hear from Joost, to understand more clearly where their donations are going and the ground-breaking research that they are helping to fund.
As always, the AGM was followed by our annual End of Year Celebration, where members and guests enjoyed refreshments and delicious canapés served by the friendly South of Perth Yacht Club staff.
Thank you to everyone who joined us on Wednesday. Our members are critical to the ongoing success of our Foundation. As a member of the Child Cancer Research Foundation, not only can you take pleasure in knowing you are helping such an important cause, but you will also be invited to attend our AGM and other exciting events throughout the year.
If you are interested in becoming a CCRF member, apply online today!