Daffodil Day

Wednesday 21 July, 2010

Helen Cameron

Why is Daffodil Day important to you?

"Daffodil Day is important to me because I really admire the work of Cancer Council Victoria. I welcome the opportunity to be part of the day, which significantly raises the profile of Cancer Council Victoria, and raises vital funds for its work."

How does yellow make you feel?

"Yellow makes me feel positive, alive, optimistic and happy."

What do you hope to achieve by volunteering?

"I hope to contribute to raising funds that will help Cancer Council Victoria continue and expand its crucial work. I enjoy the opportunity to engage with the many people who buy merchandise on Daffodil Day, and to share stories of courage, resilience, hope and recovery, as well as stories of grief and loss."


Kelly Stewart

Why is Daffodil Day important to you?

"Both of my parents suffered from cancer. My mother didn't survive. My father did. As a daughter of this situation, I at least feel I'm doing something to better the situation for other people."

How does yellow make you feel?

"Very hopeful."

What do you hope to achieve by volunteering?

"The more we're out there, the more yellow that's out there, the more it will give people hope, get them involved and hopefully they will donate so Cancer Council Victoria can prevent or cure cancer."


Ken Bottrell

Why is Daffodil Day important to you?

"It reminds me how I was with smoking and how much Cancer Council Victoria helped me to stop smoking. It's been eight years in August since I quit - I turned my life around.  Both my parents died of cancer and it affects just about everybody. It's one way that I can give back."

How does yellow make you feel?

"It's a happy colour. I've got a Daffodil Day tee shirt that I wear all the time."

What do you hope to achieve by volunteering?

"To make other people aware of what Cancer Council Victoria is trying to do, and does."


Raffaela Lastrina

Why is Daffodil Day important to you?

"When my father was diagnosed with lung cancer, there wasn't really much help for him. It's worthwhile to help so that others can benefit and get involved."

How does yellow make you feel?

"It's a happy colour. When my brother was diagnosed, my niece brought me a bunch of yellow tulips and it put a smile on my face."

What do you hope to achieve by volunteering?

"If helping to raise money can help just one person, than I think it's worth it."

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