We rely on generous donations to help fund the fight against cancer and we're committed to maximising their impact. In 2007, for every dollar of income, 85 cents was spent directly on:
The remaining 15 cents covered fundraising and administrative costs. For more details on how funds are spent, see our financial statements or call 1300 65 65 85.
$3 Sends a doctor information about cancer education workshops.
$5 Sends a cancer education resource to a community health centre to help educate locals.
$10 Provides an information kit at a free forum for people with advanced cancer and their partners, family and friends.
$30 Gives a researcher access to a Confocal microscope for 1 hour.
$50 Pays for a registered cancer nurse with oncology qualifications and experience to support callers to our helpline for 1 hour.
$100 Pays for a media release with the latest cancer information to be translated for use in non-English media.
$250 Provides a financial assistance grant to a person with cancer to help cover bills while they adjust.
$500 Trains a volunteer for our Cancer Connect phone peer support service.
$1,000 Subsidises Faecal Occult Blood Tests (FOBTs) for 800 Victorians whose financial hardship might have prevented them screening for bowel cancer.
$5,000 Gives a research team access to vital chemicals for biochemistry experimentation.
$10,000 Develops 2 cancer education resources tailored to the specific needs of Victorian Aboriginal communities.
$20,000 Buys a year's supply of materials for a cancer research team.
$63,500 Employs a Clinical Trial Coordinator for one year.
To learn more about joining the fight against cancer, call 1300 65 65 85 in Victoria or email supportus@cancervic.org.au
Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.
