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A Christmas Letter of Hope

Published: December 6th, 2021

The Children’s Leukaemia & Cancer Research Foundation (CLCRF) has a commitment to 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.

The Foundation’s purpose is driven by hope. Hope…hope? What does hope really signify? It is a complex word meaning different things to each of us during different times. Reference to the concept of hope—and its ability to both comfort and betray us—can even be found in the earliest Greek literature.

In our committed community of childhood cancer-fighting individuals I contend that hope is the fabric of our shared humanity. It keeps us looking toward a brighter future and helps children and their families to endure the oftentimes brutal treatments and social and personal adversities.

Advances in childhood cancer research and treatment have significantly improved survival rates of patients over the last forty years. Long-term survivors of childhood cancer are increasingly common, and research is more and more directed at helping people live well after a diagnosis of cancer. These advances have provoked optimism among researchers, but many still hesitate to use the word hope in literature such as journal articles, editorials, or essays.

But, when we communicate with children and their families here at the Foundation, our language used needs to be clear, easy to understand, and reassuring. Having things to hope for is important for all people affected by cancer.

A sense of hope and will to carry on will vary daily depending on one’s current physical status, psychological outlook and treatment success or failure. The hope is to be kept alive, to live, and to recover through a resilient attitude rather than a feeling of despair. These are tough obstacles to endure, particularly as a child.

Hope is shared with a child’s team of family, friends, Oncology staff and a greater network of supporters. The future is often unclear, and it is hope that keeps one alive to fight for another day, a month, a year, and a return to better health. It affords another opportunity to respond to treatment and to live.

At the Foundation, it is the hope of myself and my team, that we are contributing in some small way to the hope of our families, not just as a not-for-profit but as an ideal: that we can make a difference. As 2021 comes to a close, we reflect that there is a lot more work that lies ahead of us. To both, in the short term, continue to fundraise for the groundbreaking research children affected with cancer so desperately need, and long term, to build on our already strong foundation and continue to innovate in the not-for-profit space, because we just cannot accept that children to continue to die prematurely from cancer. We will not.

And to you, our loyal friends of the Foundation, we hope that we have provided you with an update of where your generous gifts are making an impact throughout the year. We remain hopeful because of the relationships we have built with you, so we don’t have to look far to find inspiration and hope.

Thinking warmly of each of you and wishing your family much joy and hope this Christmas.

Andrea Alexander, CEO

Containers for Change turns one

Published: October 15th, 2021

Friday, October 1, marked the first anniversary of the Containers for Change program, which allows people to exchange used drink containers for a ten-cent refund. Since its commencement last year, 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.

In honour of the anniversary, CLCRF General Manager Kylie Dalton visited the Scouts WA Recycling Depot in Kenwick with Hon Matthew Swinbourn MLC, his wife Glenda and son Mitchell.

“Containers for Change have been a wonderful surprise for our Foundation,” said Kylie. “So many people in WA have really seen the benefits of recycling and support attaching that effort to charity.”

So far, CLCRF has raised approximately $1500 through Containers for Change. “Knowing the generosity of people in WA, we should see that total grow quite quickly,” said Kylie.

Please consider using our scheme ID: C10285275.

Vanessa’s big chop for childhood cancer!

Published: October 8th, 2021

During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month this year, one of our incredible supporters Vanessa Simmonds cut her very long hair to raise funds for CLCRF.

With family friend Jaiden a childhood cancer survivor, the decision to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer research was an easy one to make. “I’m doing the chop for Jaiden,” said Vanessa. “Because without the life-saving research into childhood cancer, he would not still be here today.”

Before the snip on September 28, Vanessa had been growing her hair for 4 years. More than 35cms of hair was removed, which Vanessa donated towards a charity to make wigs for children.

Vanessa created a Facebook Fundraiser page where she asked her family and friends to donate towards the cause before her big chop. She also acquired CLCRF donation tins for those who preferred to donate with cash. Through her incredible fundraising endeavour, a total of $342.35 was raised for the Foundation.

We thank Vanessa for her amazing efforts. As CLCRF receives no government funding, we rely on the generosity of the community to continue funding the vital research into childhood cancers.

If you would like to support the Foundation through your own fundraiser, please get in touch with us today!

Join our Virtual Bike Trek!

Published: October 6th, 2021

As our amazing South West Bike Trek riders get ready to set off on their 6 day journey from South Perth to Augusta, we have some exciting news for those who would like to join in on the fun from their own home. This year, the South West Bike Trek has also gone virtual for the very first time!

Our virtual Bike Trek will take our fundraising to a whole new level, encouraging hundreds of people around Australia to take part from wherever they are, all to help fund child cancer research.

As part of the virtual format and in keeping with COVID-19 safe management measures, participants can clock up their rides in their own time and at their own pace, commencing their preferred distance from 10 October 2021 and completing their kilometres within a month.

Whether you are an experienced cyclist or just getting started, individuals and teams can now sign up and join the South West Bike Trek. Simply set up your profile, nominate the distance you would like to aim for and start fundraising for an important cause! You can even sync your distances travelled by connecting your Strava or FitBit account to your profile.

Get your workplace or school involved or challenge your family and friends. This is a fun experience that can see you turning your daily cycle workout into a ride that can change children’s lives – all from the comfort of your own home, neighbourhood, gym or fitness session.

It’s FREE to register for the virtual event, all we ask is that you raise a minimum of $450 along the way. Register now to raise funds for research into childhood cancers and YOU can make a huge difference to the lives of children and their families who live with this disease.

South West Bike Trek 2021

Published: September 27th, 2021

CLCRF’s annual South West Bike Trek kicks – or pedals – off on Sunday 10 October! The Bike Trek will take place across the beautiful South West region until 16 October and it has once again been organised by CLCRF member Eric Maddock, with the help of his wife Annette, and Lions and Rotary Clubs.

The Bike Trek will launch from South Perth foreshore and will finish in Augusta, with riders enjoying a leisurely ride through Mandurah, Fairbridge, Pinjarra, Waroona, Harvey, Binningup, Eaton, Boyanup, Capel, Busselton, Cowaramup, Margaret River and Booranup.

This event has seen huge success in the past, raising $771,000 in total since it started in 2002. Last year, the event raised over $35,000 for childhood cancer research, an incredible result we are hoping to beat in 2021.

We wish all of our riders the best of luck on their 6-day journey, and we thank them in advance for their incredible efforts to help us raise funds for childhood cancer research. If you would like to show your support for our riders, please consider donating to their fundraising pages.

Top Tips for The Plus Fitness Currambine Oar-Inspiring Indoor Row

Published: July 23rd, 2021

Who’s excited to take on the ultimate rowing challenge to help support childhood cancer research? Plus Fitness Currambine will be kindly hosting The Oar-Inspiring Indoor Row at their gym on Saturday 3 October, where participants will race a marathon on Concept 2 Rowers in teams of 4.

To help you get prepared for this thrilling event, Paul from Plus Fitness Currambine has put together “8 to be great” tips!

Preparation is key
Make sure you have done your prep prior to the big day supplies, water, food, supplements, music, training etc.
Regular rowing
Try to row as often as possible with your training schedule prior to the big day. I once asked a 5-time world kick boxing champion at a seminar how I could improve my kicking. Waiting on a fancy, elaborate answer he simply replied – KICK! Whatever it is you want to get better at just do and do it regularly.
Hydration
It’s going to be a long workout so keeping hydrated is very important. Water, isotonic drinks and the like.
Nutrition
Don’t jump on the rower with a full stomach. Eat well before the start and make sure you snack throughout the session. NOT WITH BURGERS!
Support
Having good support from family, friends and loved ones is essential when undertaking a challenge like this. Bring people with you to cheer you and your team mates on.
Pace
Unless you are going for the win or a PB (Personal best) then pace the race. Don’t go too hard too soon otherwise it will become a very uncomfortable grind to the finish.
Training Schedule
Make sure you are adding in good quality training leading up to the challenge. Endurance is key here so ask for training programs to help.
Celebrate your achievement
What you have just completed needs to be recognised and celebrated so enjoy the moment, raise a glass and congratulate your teammates and especially yourself for a job well done.

Think you’re up for the challenge? Join the crew! To enter, or for more information, all you need to do is email Plus Fitness Currambine.

The Plus Fitness Currambine Oar-Inspiring Indoor Row

Published: July 15th, 2021

Do you want to take on the ultimate rowing challenge, testing your limits and improving your fitness while raising funds for CLCRF? Kindly hosted by Plus Fitness Currambine, we are so excited to present to you an oar-some new event to support childhood cancer research!

Plus Fitness Currambine hopes to raise a total of $10,000 for childhood cancer research, they just need your help!

The Oar-Inspiring Indoor Row will take place on Saturday 3 October at Plus Fitness Currambine, where participants will race a marathon (42195m) in teams of 4 on Concept 2 Rowers. This feat will take approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete.

Teams are encouraged to start training for the marathon with a 12-week regime as directed by Paul from Plus Fitness Currambine. Not a member of Plus Fitness? Don’t fret – you can still get involved in this event.

Think you’re up for the challenge? Join the crew! To enter, or for more information, all you need to do is email.

Together, we’ve made a change

Published: July 9th, 2021

We have reached the $1,000 mark of funds raised through the Containers for Change initiative! This would not be possible without the help of our generous supporters who have chosen to support childhood cancer research while helping to protect the environment.

Containers for Change is a recycling scheme that lets you cash in eligible containers for 10 cents each. The mission of this scheme is to increase recycling and reduce the number of drink containers that litters our environment.

Let’s see how much more we can raise! To help raise funds for CLCRF through Containers for Change, all you need to do is go to your nearest Containers for Change refund point and quote our Scheme ID when returning your containers.

Our Scheme ID is C10285275

To find your nearest refund point, head to www.containersforchange.com.au/wa.

Thank you for the past 40 days!

Published: July 2nd, 2021

Our 40Kin40days campaign has come to an end. This initiative was created to commemorate the Foundation’s inception by spreading kindness in the community. We believe we did just that, thanks to your help!

A big thank you to every single person who decided to choose kindness during the past 40 days by donating to CLCRF. You have all helped us in our commitment to ensure we can continue funding the ground-breaking research to find better treatments for childhood cancers.

Our 40Kin40days would not have been possible without the incredible support of Springfree Trampoline. Springfree Trampoline not only helped us share our message of kindness to a wider audience, but they even generously donated a trampoline for us to give away to one of our lucky supporters.

The very lucky winner of the Springfree Jumbo Round Trampoline has been contacted by the Foundation. So, if you entered to win, be sure to check your email because it might just be you!

40Kin40days may be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t continue spreading kindness. As we continue navigating through these unprecedented times, it’s time for our researchers to continue their important work, so that more children can live the long and fulfilling lives they deserve.

Make a donation towards childhood cancer research today.

Volunteers needed for the Perth Tradie Expo

Published: June 3rd, 2021

The Foundation is thrilled to once again be invited to the Perth Tradie Expo to collect gold coin donations on entry. Now we just need YOUR help! We are on the lookout for volunteers to help collect these donations that will go towards funding the vital research into childhood cancers.

The Tradie Expo will take place from Friday 18 June to Sunday 20 June from 8am to 5pm at Ascot Racecourse. We need volunteers who are willing to come down for an hour or two (or more!) on any of these days to hold a tin at the entry gate.

At the last Tradie Expo in 2019, our wonderful volunteers raised over $6,000 for the Foundation. This was an astounding result, and we are confident that we can raise even more this year with YOUR help!

If you are interested in volunteering at this always-exciting event, get in contact with us today. You have the freedom to choose your own shift and can volunteer as little or as much as you like. Simply contact the CLCRF office on (08) 9363 7400 or email [email protected].