Big C Support (AU, 17157546732) Browse events

Raising money to provide financial support, advice and advocacy for cancer patients as to many people in Australia cannot afford cancer treatment which can result in a patient refusing treatment. Stars with Heart works with the Cancer Council NSW Financial and Legal Referral Service and CAN Assist in the hope that one day all cancer patients will be able to decide their treatment based not on financial concerns but on what will provide the best health outcome and allow them and their families to maintain their quality of life whilst going through treatment.

Cancer Cycle Challenge (AU, 14220335774) Browse events

The McGuinness McDermott Foundation and the Flinders Medical Centre Foundation have teamed up to offer 40+ participants to take part in the 2010 Tour de France Cancer Cycle Challenge. Those who register and fundraise to take part in the challenge will support the care of kids with cancer in the Haematology & Oncology Centre at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital and vital cancer research in the LIVESTRONG Cancer Research Centre within the Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer. For more information please visit www.everydayhero.com.au/events/2010TDF

Neurosurgical Research Foundation (AU, 94020017663) Browse events

Funding lifesaving neurosurgical research since 1963 in the following conditions in adults and children: - Brain Tumours - how cancer invades the brain - Parkinson’s Disease - slowing down Parkinson’s Disease - Stroke - brain haemorrhage - aneurysms - Spinal Cord Injury - as a result of sporting or car accidents - Traumatic Brain Injury - how to stop life threatening brain swelling Looking for cures, improved treatments and increased lives saved. Based in South Australia and funding medical research throughout Australia.

International Niemann Pick Disease Alliance (AU, 1150256) Browse events

The INPDA's mission is to relieve sickness and distress among families affected by NPD worldwide. We will achieve this by sharing knowledge across our network, providing mutual support between patient groups, improving information and awareness, and stimulating research.

Breast Cancer Australia (The Cancer & Bowel Research Association Inc) (AU, Breast Cancer Australia (The Cancer & Bowel Research Association Inc) - N/A) Browse events

The Cancer & Bowel Research Association Inc is a registered charity in Queensland and the Trustee for Breast Cancer Australia. All donations made to the The Cancer & Bowel Research Association Inc will benefit the work of Breast Cancer Australia. Breast Cancer Australia is a non-profit organisation which raises funds to support breast cancer research programs, to raise awareness for prevention measures and early detection of breast cancer, provide equipment for use at diagnostic treatment and research levels and to provide dignified accommodation for patients and families during oncology treatment.

Motor Neurone Disease Association of Queensland Inc. (MND) (AU, 75990922939) Browse events

At Motor Neurone Disease Association of Queensland's (MNDAQ),we aim to provide and promote the best possible support for families living with motor neurone disease within Queensland, to support research and raise awareness in our community. Since 1983, MNDAQ has been supporting people living with MND, their families and those who care for them, through the provision of information, education, support services and specialised equipment. Today, MNDAQ is committed to supporting many Queenslanders who have been affected by MND, including their families, friends, employers, and workmates. MNDAQ receives very little recurrent funding and relies heavily on community support to help people with MND to live better for longer. MND is a neurological disorder which can affect anyone at any time. The most common period is midlife, however it is increasingly affecting younger people, and can affect both men and women. For a person being diagnosed with MND, it could mean the progressive loss of the use of their limbs, their ability to speak, to swallow and to breathe, whilst their mind and senses usually remain intact. The effects of the disease are rapid, debilitating and terminal. Currently there is no known cause or cure. Please help us support people living with MND. For more information: www.mndaq.org.au or Phone 07 3372 9004

Appealathon (AU, 29200753195) Browse events

Channel Nine’s Appealathon has been there to support West Australians in need and during that time has raised an excess of $60 million. Appealathon was established in 1975 and continues today to support those founding beneficiaries - Rocky Bay, Activ Foundation and the Spine and Limb Foundation Inc. In 2009 Appealathon developed it's very successful partnership with Variety – the Children’s Charity of WA and it is through this partnership that Appealathon funds are now channelled to provide practical assistance that impacts the lives of children and their families.

Kidney Support Network Inc. (AU, Kidney Support Network Inc. - N/A) Browse events

To provide quality support services for people with chronic kidney disease throughout Queensland. KSN has a number of quality support services to kidney disease patients and family. - Transport - Patient and family support - Patient accommodation services - Medical Equipment - Screening and Self Management - Education Programs - Information, resources and referral services - Awareness raising - Kidney kids activities - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander - Art loan Program - Hospital Visits - Phone a friend - Hand and foot massage - Justice of peace

CJD Support Group Network (AU, 63108281269) Browse events

The CJD Support Group Network offers support, information and assistance for family members and friends of patients suffering with suspected Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) and other prion disease and for those at increased risk of developing CJD.

Conquer Cystic Fibrosis (AU, 65312648663) Browse events

Foundation for Aged Care (AU, 24086334058) Browse events

The ARV Foundation For Aged Care is ARV’s charity arm. Its role is to raise funds for new and innovative programs that improve the quality of life for our residents and clients. Since its inception in 1984, the Foundation has raised over $23 million through community fundraising, bequests, special events, charitable trusts and foundation and corporate support. Those funds have led to some wonderful programs such as, the BrightMinds™ memory enhancement centre, the BetterBalance™ Centre for the improvement of strength, mobility and balance and the Karviah Research Project into the prevention of dementia. The Foundation supports ARV’s Vision and Mission by contributing to the lifestyle and amenity of our residents and community clients; raising awareness and increasing the understanding of aged care issues in the community and government; undertaking benevolent initiatives and facilitating the promotion and proclamation of Christ’s message within aged care.

University of Liverpool Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund (AU, University of Liverpool Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund - N/A) Browse events

The UK's largest pancreas treatment centre, offering and developing the latest clinical treatments for pancreatic cancer, acute pancreatitis and chronic pancreatitis and one of the world's leading pancreas research centres.

Glaucoma Australia (AU, 52610716720) Browse events

Glaucoma Australia is the national, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing educational services to raise awareness about the serious and common eye disease glaucoma; to support glaucoma sufferers and to raise funds for research. Glaucoma is a potentially blinding eye disease affecting 300,000 Australians of all ages. Incidence of the disease increases with age but onset can occur at any age - even from birth. Glaucoma Australia works to minimise sight disability from glaucoma.

Do Good Fund (AU, 60242679868) Browse events

Epworth Medical Foundation (AU, 77906718129) Browse events

Epworth Medical Foundation was established 30 years ago to generate vitally needed funds that support the activities of Epworth HealthCare, ensuring its patients receive the best possible care and outcomes.  Epworth HealthCare receives no direct government funding. It therefore relies on the generosity of its community to enable it to stay at the forefront of advancements in medical technology.  The Foundation has a range of initiatives through which members of the community can support Epworth HealthCare. These include special and gala events, memorial and bequest giving, direct mail appeals, auxiliaries and funding through trusts and foundations.  Funds raised by the Epworth Medical Foundation are used to contribute to and improve the excellence in medical care provided by Epworth HealthCare. For example, past donations and appeals have enabled the Foundation to purchase state-of-the-art medical equipment, fund nursing scholarships, develop research programs, and construct and renovate buildings.  Thanks to the generosity of Epworth Medical Foundation’s donors and supporters, Epworth HealthCare continues to deliver the very best in life-saving care.

Hastings Cancer Trust (AU, Hastings Cancer Trust - N/A) Browse events

Cancer is the number one cause of death in Australia, with 1 in 3 men and 1 in 4 women developing cancer by the age of 75. With the Mid North Coast one of the fastest growing regions in NSW the Hastings Cancer Trust was established in 2004 to enhance the care of cancer patients and support for those who care for them. The funds are raised locally and are administered by local people, who fund local cancer projects, on the basis of their value to our community.

Mindd Foundation (AU, 34989930754) Browse events

Mindd Foundation helps practitioners and patients discover and implement effective treatments for Metabolic, Immunologic, Neurologic, Digestive, Developmental conditions that often affect the mind. Our focus is on paediatric disorders such as ADHD, Asthma, allergies, autism, chronic illness, depression, learning and language delay, and digestive and behavioural disorders. Research is showing that these children are coming from families with a history of "brain-immuno-gut disorders" triggered by toxins, malnutrition and infections. The rise in childhood disease signals a need for preventative healthcare that focuses on cellular health by optimising nutrient intake while minimising toxins. Mindd Foundation, Healthy Cells For Life

Oncology Children's Foundation (AU, 13061136181) Browse events

The Kids Cancer Project from The Oncology Children’s Foundation (OCF) is an Australian charity dedicated to finding cures for childhood cancers with the lowest survival rates. Almost half of children with these types of cancer lose their battle. This is an outcome that OCF is determined to improve by funding some of Australia’s best childhood cancer researchers. We are committed to giving every child with cancer the opportunity to grow up and live their dreams. Find out more information at www.thekidscancerproject.org.au

Casey Tutungi Future Fund (AU, 75491220191) Browse events

Casey Tutungi a local footballer was tragically involved in a football incident that has left him with debilitating spinal cord damage. The Casey Tutungi Future Fund is a trust fund that he been established for Casey's future. The fund will assist in providing Casey with support, medical equipment and essential equipment he will require during his rehabilitation and into the future.

George Gregan Foundation (AU, 81938849292) Browse events

The George Gregan Foundation, established in August 2005, is a long term vision of George Gregan and his wife Erica. The idea for this Foundation was born in 2004 when their son Max was diagnosed with epilepsy. They spent time in hospital with Max and experienced firsthand the needs of many sick children and their families.The Foundation aims to raise funds for specific projects targeting children.The goals of the Foundation are to create outdoor specialised playgrounds in children's hospitals and to fund medical practitioners in their area of paediatric neurology. For further details visit www.georgegreganfoundation.com.au

Arthritis & Osteoporosis New South Wales (AU, 64528634894) Browse events

is a non-government health charity that seeks to improve the quality of life of those affected by arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions. How can we help: • We provide support, advice and information for people with arthritis or other musculoskeletal conditions and their families • We enable people to develop self-management skills • We promote community awareness of the issues associated with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions • We work with health professionals to improve management of arthritis and early diagnosis • We provide seminars and programs for the community and health professionals • We support research into the causes and treatment of arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions.

The Blue Ball Foundation (AU, 48414287970) Browse events

Testicular cancer isn’t new, neither is creating awareness about it and yet people still avoid talking about the disease. The Blue Ball Foundation exists to raise awareness, provide education and support to young adult men, in an effort to raise awareness about depression and testicular cancer, the most common form of cancer in young men aged 18-39.

Australian Addisons Disease Association Inc. (AU, 60466289835) Browse events

Our goals are as follows: 1. To make the public aware of Addison's Disease 2.To raise the awareness of the Medical profession, of this disease. 3. To supply up to date information to people with this disease. 4. To maintain a caring network to support people with Addison's Disease

SAVE THE BILBY FUND LTD (AU, 43112980373) Browse events

Saving the bilby…It can be done! RESEARCH We support research to monitor existing bilby populations and assist captive management. Research helps us to understand and manage threats and track our progress in recovery of the species. MANAGING THREATS We are committed to improving the effectiveness of current feral animal management by engaging all stakeholders and lobbying greater levels of support.

SMILE LIKE DRAKE (AU, 33164893261) Browse events

SMILE LIKE DRAKE Foundation is a registered stand-alone CHARITY in the areas of: ~ Advancement of Education ~ Purposes that are beneficial to the Community ~ Charitable Purposes Providing Water Safety on Australian Beaches and Waterways by - Developing and promoting practical protocols, products and holistic solutions - Carrying out research - Building practical consensus among relevant stakeholders