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Children's Cancer Foundation
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Tips for Applicants
The foundation appears to support a range of initiatives, including clinical research, family counseling, and community programs. Applicants may want to emphasize how their project aligns with the foundation's mission and priorities.
Giving Philosophy
The Children's Cancer Foundation approaches giving with a focus on supporting children with cancer and their families, believing that every child deserves the best possible chance to survive and thrive. They prioritize funding for initiatives that improve cancer treatment, care, and quality of life for children with cancer.
Notable Grants
■Funding for the Brain Cancer Vaccine Project
■Support for the Beaded Journey program
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $814K | $4.2M | $7.2M | $4.4M |
| FY2022 | $3.6M | $3.0M | $5.2M | $1.8M |
| FY2021 | $4.0M | $2.9M | $5.4M | $2.7M |
| FY2020 | $3.1M | $4.2M | $5.4M | $4.4M |
| FY2019 | $3.5M | $3.8M | $4.6M | $4.1M |
| FY2018 | $2.4M | $3.6M | $5.2M | $4.5M |
| FY2017 | $1.2M | $2.6M | $4.7M | $3.9M |
| 7yr total | $18.7M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
healthindigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
youthrural remoteindigenous
Board & Leadership
Bernadette McDonald
board member
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Jaala Pulford
board member
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Marcus Brookes
board member
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Mary McGowan
board member
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MAURIZIO MARCOCCI
board member
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Ngaire Elwood
board member
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Rianna Ponting
board member
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Sarah Wyse
board member
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Tracey Danaher
board member
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Vivienne Jade Petroff
board member
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Foundation profile updated: 24 April 2026 (13 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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