1 IN 2
IS TOO MANY

1 in 2 of us will be diagnosed with cancer by age 85.
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One in two Victorians are diagnosed with cancer. 
You can help change that.

Donate now to support groundbreaking research, and help uncover the answers to protecting yourself and the ones you love from cancer.

Support cancer research today to help save lives tomorrow.

Cancer is a disease that affects us all in one way or another. One in two of us will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85. 

One in two is too many. But together, we can help change that. 

By donating to Cancer Council Victoria today, you can help fund the innovative cancer research and clinical trials that could transform the way we diagnose, treat and ultimately cure cancer.

“I saw the sign, ‘cancer ward’ and I was freaking out.” – Imogen, aged 10

pic of Imogen

Diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, at just10 years old Imogen knows more about cancer than any child should ever have to. 

“My first night at the hospital, I just couldn’t think straight. It was all a blur. I was just like, leukaemia? Cancer? What does that all mean?”

Imogen’s life became a whirlwind of tests, surgeries and treatments. She spent nine months in a wheelchair after experiencing necrosis (bone death) due to her treatment. She’s also lost her hair twice: “I was sad to lose it the second time because it took a long time to grow. But being bald makes me feel strong because it shows what I’m going through and that I’m fighting a battle and I’m winning.

Imogen still has a long way to go. She’ll be spending the next six months on daily chemotherapy. 

“I’ve got a battle ahead of me, but I can do it. And I’m almost at the finish line.”

By supporting cancer research today, you can help drive the innovations in treatment and care that could transform the lives of more people like Imogen tomorrow.

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Your donation makes an impact

Tax deductible

$75

for life-changing services, such as financial counselling for families like Imogen’s

Donate $75 today

Tax deductible

$100

for our 13 11 20 cancer support helpline that provides practical help for people living with cancer

Donate $100 today

Most impact

$250

that helps fund crucial research that could prevent and treat cancer

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Call us to make a donation

1300 65 65 85

Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.

If you feel more comfortable donating over the phone, you can chat to one of our friendly team members during business hours who can support you with making your donation.

Donation FAQs

Want to know more about how donations are made and used? Please see responses to frequently asked questions below.

 

What are the other ways to donate to Cancer Council Victoria?

Making a donation is just one of the ways to support Cancer Council Victoria. You can get involved through a number of other channels, like:

Where does my money go when I donate?

Your donation will go to supporting Cancer Council Victoria's mission towards a cancer-free future.

Our mission is to eradicate all cancer. We cannot guarantee that your donation will go directly to ovarian cancer research, for example. 

Your donation also does not go to Cancer Council Australia, which is a separate organisation. Instead, it will go to local initiatives and support services in Victoria.

For more information on how we spent our money last year, you can visit the Financials section our latest Annual Report.

Can you set up a monthly automatic donation?

If you're looking to do more than donate on a special occasion, you can! Becoming a regular giver is the single most impactful way you can help people diagnosed with cancer. Regular giving contributes hundreds of thousands of dollars per year to the important work we do.

How will I know if my donation is used correctly?

While administration costs are necessary for a charity to run efficiently, there are ways to evaluate if your donation is being used effectively.

  • By assessing financial information, you can gauge an organisation's levels of accountability.

  • By evaluating a charity’s strategic plan and outcomes, you can judge how it is making an impact in the community.

  • Annual reports give insight into progress and activities throughout the year, and can be used as a benchmark for donation contributions.

Cancer Council Victoria is committed to transparency. If you’d like to know more about how we spent our money last year, you can visit our latest Annual Report.

Will I be tax exempted if I donate here?

Yes, you'll receive a tax receipt on any donation over $2. This will allow you to claim your donation come tax time. Most donations to charity offer the same benefit.

You can use the tax receipt for your donation to claim a deduction at tax time through the Australian Tax Office's online portal. If you have a personal income tax agent, they can submit the deduction on your behalf.

We have a comprehensive guide to claiming a donation tax deduction for people donating to Cancer Council Victoria.