Mission Statement:
At The Australian Brain Cancer Foundation, our mission is to spearhead efforts in raising awareness, driving research, and providing unwavering support for those affected by Primary Brain Cancer in the ACT region and surrounds.
We are dedicated to fostering a brighter future for brain cancer patients through innovative research, compassionate care, and community empowerment. By bridging the gap between science and humanity, we aspire to enhance quality of life and increase survival rates for individuals impacted by this formidable disease.
Our commitment is to empower, educate, and elevate, ultimately positioning the ACT as a global centre for Primary Brain Cancer research and care. Together, we strive for a world where brain cancer is conquered, and where each patient’s journey is met with hope, strength, and resilience.
You can make a donation by visiting our website and clicking on the Donate button, where you’ll find various donation options and payment methods.
Yes, we are a registered nonprofit organization, and donations made to ABCF are generally tax- deductible. Please consult your tax advisor for specific financial advice.
Donations are used in a variety of different ways, each of which is vital to our day-to-day running. Some of the essential areas you can donate to are:
Our esteemed Medical Advisory Committee guides the Foundation on how best to direct the donations we raise to make a serious impact on brain cancer, garnered from decades of collective experience across the many areas of brain cancer, research and clinical care.
For further information go to our donations page or contact us on contact.abcf@gmail.com.
Yes, we offer options for donors to specify the purpose of their donation, such as supporting a particular program or research area. (Please see our donations page.)
We welcome volunteers. Please visit our website or contact us directly to inquire about current volunteer opportunities and requirements.
You can sign up to volunteer here.
Absolutely! We welcome partnerships and collaborations with companies and organisations that share our mission. Please contact us to explore partnership opportunities.
You can reach us through our contact form on our website, via email at contact.abcf@gmail.com.
Yes, we are grateful for legacy gifts and honouring loved ones. Please contact us for further information.
We proudly uphold high standards of transparency and accountability by regularly auditing our finances, sharing annual reports, and adhering to world-class best practices in not-for-profit governance.
The Australian Brain Cancer Foundation is the first not-for-profit organisation created by the people of Canberra for the People of Canberra. We hope to raise funds and awareness about brain cancer, help local families affected by brain cancer.
FOUNDATION SPONSORS
Our sponsors cover all of our start-up and administrative costs, allowing us to direct all donations towards our initiatives.
FOUNDATION PARTNERS
Our partners sponsor our operating costs or of services that we require.
BRAIN CANCER SUPPORT TEAM FOUNDING PARTNERS
The Founding Partners below have collectively committed $585,000 to fund the Brain Cancer Support Team program in Canberra for the next 3 years.