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Never too little to help

Published: June 30th, 2022

Source: Serpentine Jarradale Examiner – Issue 1516 • June 30th 2022 – Page 3
Author: Chris Fowler

Photo credit: Richard Polden

A Year 3 student at Serpentine Primary proved you are “never too little to help,” last Thursday, after a hair cut in front of her entire school helped her raise more than $3000 for children with cancer.

Eight-year-old Emilia took to the stage at a special assembly, where hairdressers cut her golden locks, to be donated for use in wigs for people being treated for cancer.

Alongside the haircut, Emilia, with the help of her Mum, Cara, set up a fundraising page on Facebook, that has so far received 78 donations.

While Cara was proud of her daughter’s initiative, she never expected the bright-eyed humanitarian to raise so much in donations.

“I thought $500 would be lovely to donate – $3375 is just gob smacking,” Cara said. Emilia decided to make her fundraising drive after asking her mother about what happens to people’s hair when they receive treatment for cancer.

“She had seen a couple of friends suffering from cancer and asked me last year what happens to people that lose their hair from having cancer,” Cara said.

“I explained why and that they need to wear a wig and she decided then she would donate her hair.

“Our very close family friend is a childhood cancer survivor, so I thought what better way to support the Foundation that supports her, Children’s Leukaemia and Cancer Research Foundation.”

Emilia was also surprised by the success of her charity work, saying it made fer feel “very happy.”

Family friend Georgia Lowry was on hand to help out at Thursday’s assembly. “I was delighted to be invited to the assembly to be one of the hairdressers, I was most honoured to do that,” Ms Lowry said.

“She was pretty quiet, gorgeous little thing, she’s usually very, very outgoing, but as you would think, being centre of attention and chopping your long locks off, she was a bit nervous.

“She’s just a little legend, she’s an inspiration, to be fundraising and caring about people with cancer, she’s a little superstar,” Ms Lowry said.

Emilia, who enjoys dancing and netball and loves her new haircut, had a message for other youngsters who want to make a difference. “You are never too little to help.”

 

 

Bow Bridge Tingledale Hazelvale (BTH) Ladies Club

Thank you, BTH Ladies Club

Published: June 10th, 2022

The Foundation recently received a donation from Bow Bridge Tingledale Hazelvale (BTH) Ladies Club, a social club for women in Tingledale and adjacent districts. The enthusiastic ladies hosted a wood raffle in front of the IGA in Walpole over the WA Day long weekend.

By raffling off a trailer load of firewood and selling delicious sweets at a cake stall, the BTH Ladies Club raised a total of $3174.30 for the Foundation.

The ladies usually raise money for charity through a soup day every year, but this year they decided to do something a little different. Considering their incredible result, we think this decision paid off!

We would like to thank the BTH Ladies Club for using their long weekend to support such an important cause. Their gift will go a long way in helping more children live the long and fulfilling lives they deserve.

 

Mark’s Five Everestings Challenge for Childhood Cancer Research

Published: March 14th, 2022

On Easter Friday 15 April, a very adventurous CLCRF supporter, Mark Gibbens, will be attempting a world record five consecutive “Everestings” over five days in the hills of Adelaide.

As Mark explains, “Everesting” is fiendishly simple: Pick any hill anywhere in the world and ride repeats of it, up and down until you have climbed 8848 vertical metres – the equivalent height of Mt Everest.”

Mark’s aim is to climb 44,240 vertical metres in five days and hopes to raise funds for childhood cancer research in the lead up to the big day. “To get me to the start line, please donate generously to the Children’s Leukaemia and Cancer Research Foundation and cheer me on,” Mark expressed on his fundraising page. “Please consider doubling your donation if I achieve the world record five Everestings.

We thank Mark for supporting our Foundation through this very courageous feat and we encourage you all to get behind him and show your support. You can support Mark by heading to his Just Giving Fundraising Page, where you can make a secure donation to the cause.

Support Childhood Cancer Research at Grill’d Scarborough

Published: March 10th, 2022

Once again, our Foundation has been chosen to participate in the Grill’d Local Matters initiative, this time with a jar at the Scarborough restaurant.

Each month, every Grill’d restaurant displays three Local Matters jars representing three different community groups. With every burger ordered, a token is handed over for customers to drop into the jar of their choice.

At the end of the month, $500 is split between the community groups, with the jar with the most tokens receiving a $300 donation and the other two each receiving a $100 donation.

This is an excellent way for the restaurant to give back and support the communities that have always supported them, while getting their customers involved to help make a difference.

Be sure to pop into Grill’d Scarborough before the end of March for a simple and delicious way to support a great cause. Grill’d Scarborough is located at 188 The Esplanade, Scarborough WA 6019, and is the perfect spot for a meal by the picturesque Scarborough Beach.

10-year-old Imani shaving head to support child cancer research

Published: February 24th, 2022

Imani Gruber, a passionate young supporter, is selflessly shaving her hair off to support the vital research into childhood cancers.

“I watched my Nan go through Cancer since I was born,” said 10-year-old Imani. “A family friend passed away from it. Kids should not go through that”.

Imani will be shaving her hair on Friday 18 March, and she has already smashed her fundraising goal of $2,000! As of right now, Imani has raised $2,648 through her Facebook Fundraiser page that her mother, Natasha, set up for her.

“I have wanted to shave my head for a long time now, when my Nan lost her hair.” Imani explained. “My mum told me when I was 10 I could do it. I just turned 10.”

We are so grateful for Imani’s generosity, choosing to support our Foundation through her selfless act. Thanks to her generous family and friends, we are excited to see this fundraising tally rise even more before her head shave next month!

“I feel kids need to live their life,” expressed Imani. “It’s tough for kids to have to go to hospital anytime – let alone maybe every day or week and be sick from the medication they are given to make them ‘better.’”

If you would like to support Imani’s fundraising, please consider donating towards her fundraising page. Every donation made will go a long way in helping future generations of children with cancer.

A successful performance for child cancer research

Published: February 9th, 2022

Last December, some of our incredible young supporters took the stage at Westfield Carousel to raise funds for childhood cancer research.

Ennika and DeriAnne, along with some of their friends, performed from 11am to 3pm at the popular shopping centre and raised an incredible total of $1364.50 for the Foundation!

“The fundraiser was a great event, and the crowd was good despite it being a very hot day,” said Ennika and DeriAnne’s mother, Ellis. “There are so many people we need to thank that made this event a success.”

Ellis would like to thank the following:

  • Westfield Carousel for the venue
  • Chatime for the fruit tea vouchers
  • B Chong for the Boost Juice vouchers
  • Lachlan for the sound and video equipment
  • Joshan for supporting the sound system
  • The performers and helpers: Ennika, DeriAnne, Kade, Ike, Nathan, Wayne, Kail, Sam, Daniel, Kav, Ned, Nav and Casey.

The Foundation would of course like to acknowledge the incredible efforts of Ellis, Ennika and DeriAnne. This was the fourth event these ladies have organised in aid of CLCRF. The amount they were able to raise is a true testament to their efforts, and it will go a long way to support the vital research into childhood cancers.

Karalee on Preston’s Christmas Donation

Published: January 23rd, 2022

For yet another year, our loyal friends at Karalee on Preston raised funds for childhood cancer research through the humble Christmas ornament.

Throughout the 2021 Christmas season, visitors to Karalee on Preston had the opportunity to purchase a bauble over the bar for the donation amount of their choice, which they could then hang on the pub’s beautiful Christmas tree.

Through this festive initiative, Karalee on Preston raised a total of $540 – what an incredible Christmas present for the Foundation!

A huge thank you to our friends at Karalee for continuing to support CLCRF. It is through these wonderful community relationships that we can continue our mission to see better outcomes for children with cancer.

Do you own a business and want to support childhood cancer research? Or maybe you have some ideas to get your local pub or shop involved to help make a difference? Get in touch with us today!

Consulate Court Christmas Lights

Published: January 17th, 2022

The residents of Consulate Court, Thornlie once again lit up their houses for Christmas, in turn helping raise almost $20,000 for childhood cancer research!

Each December the residents of Consulate Court ‘light up’ their street to celebrate Christmas and to spread joy amongst the community and the thousands of visitors the street attracts throughout the month.

Residents have been ‘lighting up’ on December 1st each year for the past 28 years. In 2021, nine houses in the Cul-de-sac were lit, including new residents to the street getting into the spirit of the event. The displays were very interactive with musical toys, laser light shows, bubble machines and dancing snowmen all designed for kids and adults alike to leave with a smile on their face!

Decorated homes carried donation collection points for those visitors wishing to show support to CLCRF, the chosen charity partner. The street also hosted special events throughout the month including Christmas Carols, Bake Sales and other events to help raise as much funds for childhood cancer research as possible!

We are still reeling from excitement of being selected as the Consulate Court Christmas Lights charity partner, which led to an almost unbelievable fundraising total of $20,000!

A big thank you to all the houses who got involved, everyone that donated, and our incredible volunteers who got out there to help collect donations throughout the Christmas season.

Recy-Cool this Summer!

Published: December 23rd, 2021

This summer, as you’re celebrating the lovely weather with your family and friends, we can imagine bottles and cans might be starting to pile up. You probably already have a considerable pile after your Christmas festivities!

Want to use these bottles and cans to make a real difference? Every container you save from landfill will help us ensure the ground-breaking research we fund today will have a positive impact on our children of tomorrow, where no life is cut short by childhood cancers.

Collect your drink containers with the 10c mark then donate your refund to CLCRF using our Scheme ID!

All you need to do is:

  1. Collect eligible containers
    Most aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard drink containers between 150ml and 3L are eligible.
  2. Take them to a refund point
    With over 200 refund points in WA, there is sure to be one near you! 
  3. Donate your funds
    You’ll receive 10 cents for every eligible container, which you can donate to CLCRF using our Scheme ID: C10285275

Since the commencement of Containers for Change in October 2020, Western Australians have returned 765 million containers through 253 refund points across WA.

A key feature of the scheme has been the ability for people making container deposits to donate their refunds to community and charitable organisations of their choice. Western Australians have been generous with their refunds, with these organisations having received $2.5 million through the Containers for Change program.

CLCRF are thrilled to be a part of this initiative, which gives you the exciting opportunity to help childhood cancer research AND the environment. Please consider us this summer when recycling your drink containers!

Our Scheme ID is C10285275

Consulate Court Christmas Lights Fundraiser

Published: December 6th, 2021

The residents of Consulate Court, Thornlie are once again lighting their houses for Christmas and in turn helping raise vital funds for childhood cancer research.

Each December the residents of Consulate Court ‘light up’ their street to celebrate Christmas and to spread joy amongst the community and the thousands of visitors the street attracts throughout the month.

Consulate Court, Thornlie is a well-known Christmas Lights Street in Perth. Residents have been ‘lighting up’ on December 1st each year for the past 28 years.  This year, nine houses in the Cul-de-sac are lit including new residents to the street getting into the spirit of the event. The displays are very interactive with musical toys, laser light shows, bubble machines and dancing snowmen all designed for kids and adults alike to leave with a smile on their face!

Decorated homes carry donation collection points for those visitors wishing to show support to the chosen charity partner. This year, all funds raised go directly to CLCRF, helping to fund vital research and supporting families affected.

The Consulate Court displays run every night December 1 -25 from 7.30-10pm each evening.  The street hosts special events throughout the month including Christmas Carols, Bake Sales and other events.

On Saturday 11 December, CLCRF volunteers will be in place as the street hosts a visit from 20 different costume characters and Santa on a fire truck! So, if you’re looking for a fun night out with your family to get into the Christmas spirit and support childhood cancer research, head to Consulate Court this Saturday (or any night before Christmas!) For more info, head to the Facebook Page.

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