Our Monthly Giving appeal is now well established to ensure ongoing and much needed funds.
I am not sure if you are aware but childhood cancer is still the leading cause of disease related death in children aged 1-14 years, second only to poisons and injury (Brain cancer is 35%, Leukaemia 32%, also Lymphoma, Bone and Liver cancer).
It is abundantly clear that the cause of these cancers needs to be found. It
is often said that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.
To add insult to injury, a child who has been cured of their initial cancer
has an increased risk of developing a second cancer later in their life.
Childhood cancer progresses rapidly, often assisted by the natural speed
of growth inherent in a child’s tissues. A quick diagnosis greatly
enhances the child’s chance of survival.
The causes of childhood cancer are largely unknown. Ongoing research funding
is urgently needed to provide rapid and accurate tests, development of new
anti-cancer drugs and research into other possible methods of preventing
and curing childhood cancer.
Compared to adult cancer statistics, childhood cancer is relatively infrequent.
Due to this, pharmaceutical companies do not consider it profitable to invest
in the research and development of paediatric drugs. Currently, many existing
adult cancer drugs are used to treat children but many of these drugs have
toxic side effects.
The Australian Government 2001 figures estimated that the average treatment
costs per case is around $16,000. This figure indicated direct treatment
costs only.
By enrolling in our monthly giving club you can demonstrate your commitment
to fighting childhood cancer and increase the value of your donations.
• Monthly giving helps us reduce administrative costs and assists
us with the long term planning.
• It’s easy!! You can sign up for monthly donations to be
taken directly from your bank account or charged to your credit card.
Research is just like people; we need money to exist. Long term steady income is
important for us to continue the vital work we do. One off donations are
great, but long term, monthly pledges provide for urgently needed research.
Kids Cancer Research Trust respect donors’ rights to truthful information
and their privacy. We commit to manage responsibly the funds that donors
entrust to childhood cancer research. You will receive regular updates
on how your monthly donation is being spent.
If you can help with our appeal download the regular direct debit form
below and post to 175 Moray Street, South Melbourne, VIC 3205.
Click Here to download form.
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here to download
Donations from South Australia and Western Australia cannot be accepted.
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