Get involved and help Queenslanders living with cancer by volunteering. Volunteers are the heart of our organisation. Join us to make a greater impact and connect with like-minded people.
Every contribution helps support those living with cancer. Whether a one-off donation or monthly gift, your support ensures funding stability for long-term goals and future generations.
Leave a legacy by including a gift in your Will, starting a tribute page for a loved one, or funding a research grant for early-career cancer researchers driving clinical innovations.
Organise a fundraising event in your community, either as a team or an individual. You can join one of our existing fundraising events or you might like to come up with your own way.
When organisations work together, we can have a greater impact for every Queenslander going through cancer and help amplify our message for all Australians.
However you get involved, you’re making a direct impact on the lives of Queenslanders affected by cancer. See the results of what we’ve all achieved.
Caring for a child with cancer can affect a family’s income and create unexpected costs.
These may include:
Financial support may be available and it is okay to ask about options early. You do not need to wait until money worries become difficult to manage before asking for support.
A hospital social worker can help you understand what assistance may be available and help you complete applications.
They may be able to connect you with:
Some families may qualify for payments such as the Carer Payment or Carer Allowance through Services Australia.
Your eligibility depends on your family’s circumstances. Your social worker can help you work out which payments may apply.
In Queensland, the Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme provides financial assistance for travel when specialist services are not available locally. Each Australian state and territory also has a patient travel assistance scheme for people who need to travel long distances for specialist medical care.
Assistance may be available for:
Cancer Council Queensland offer a range of supports and services including financial counselling, accommodation, transport to treatment and more. Visit the Cancer Council Queensland Support & Services page to find out more.
Other organisations that provide specific support for families experiencing childhood cancer include:
Organisations including Redkite, Camp Quality and the Leukaemia Foundation may provide practical or financial support to eligible families.
Ask about financial assistance early. Please note that some applications take time, and may require supporting information from your healthcare team. Your social worker can provide assistance and guidance.
