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Every breakthrough in cancer research is made possible by people like you. Whether you want to donate, fundraise, or partner with us, there are many ways to help accelerate the discovery of new treatments.
Every dollar that you donate helps us to back brilliant cancer research so we can continue to find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat ALL types of cancer and put an end to this devastating disease.
Join a community dedicated to making a difference. Whether you give, fundraise, or take on a challenge, you’re helping to fund cutting-edge cancer research that saves lives.
Ways to support cancer research and get involved
Donate today
Your donation funds world-class cancer research, driving innovations in early detection, treatment, and prevention. Every gift, big or small, makes a difference.
DIY Fundraising
Host an event, run a marathon, or create a tribute page—every fundraiser brings us closer to a world without cancer. We’ll provide the tools and support to help you succeed.
Run for cancer research
Challenge yourself and make a difference by taking part in a marathon, fun run, or endurance event in support of cancer research. Your dedication fuels life-saving research. Lace up and take action today.
Since 2017, ACRF champion Will Bond has run the iconic City2Surf race in his famous Lion Dance Costume in honour of his late Kung Fu Sifu, Randy, who sadly passed away earlier in 2017 from cancer.
“Cancer makes me feel like there is so much we don’t know about the world and so much we can’t control, even with our own bodies. I believe that continued research is the only way forward in achieving an end to cancer, which is why I chose to raise funds for ACRF.”
After nurturing his hair for two and a half years, Will took the shave for cancer challenge, cutting his 35cm long mane. His bold move raised over $6,300 for cancer research.
And, in a heartfelt gesture, he donated his hair to Wigs for Kids. Will's inspiration? Remembering his beloved grandmother “Narni”, who tragically lost her fight against a rare and aggressive lung cancer in July 2022. He honoured her memory by getting the big chop on her birthday, 9 December.
“If you’re thinking about taking on the Hair Dare, do it! This has been one of my proudest moments". Sharon bravely shaved her head to honour her close friend, who during cancer treatment suffered devastating hair loss, and raised an incredible $5,636 to help fund brilliant research. “I’m doing it for the friend who said she sat on the floor in the shower sobbing after she started washing her hair and it was falling out in clumps”.
Your impact in action
Backing brilliant research for 40 years
Since 1984 ACRF have provided $174 million in grant funding to 82 ground breaking research projects, to 43 research institutes across Australia.
Accelerating cancer research
ACRF grants enhance, enable and accelerate cancer research across Australia.
Leveraging brilliance
Equipment and Technology funded by ACRF boosts national research infrastructure.
Cancer research chosen by cancer researchers
ACRF’s work starts with excellence. The rigour in our funding process means the chosen research has a very high likelihood of success.
You can make a difference
Get involved and contribute to a cancer-free future