It is with great pleasure that I invite you to learn more about the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre (AWRCC), and encourage you to get involved in this brilliant, local fundraising week.
The reality is that with so many charities and worthwhile causes out there, some people could be put off donating because the market seems saturated. So why would you choose to support us over all others?
The Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre Trust Fund’s point of difference is that we are a 100% local charity, with all money raised staying in our community to help our family, friends, colleagues, and acquaintances who may be going through the cancer journey.
Sunshine Week will be held from Monday, October 31 to Sunday, November 6. Our goal is to see every workplace, educational institution, sporting club and community group in the Albury Wodonga region embrace the sunshine and raise vital funds for our cancer centre.
If you would like to help us to make a genuine difference to the lives of people in our community, then it’s really easy - just chat to your work colleagues, school mates or group of friends to get them on board. REGISTER AN EVENT to get started or call 02 6064 1538.
Sunshine Week is a unique opportunity to keep your valuable donations local. We are extremely grateful for your support and look forward to partnering with you for this wonderful community event. With your support, we shine!
Michelle Hensel
Chairperson of the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre Trust Fund
100% of the monies raised will stay in our community and help our family, friends, colleagues, and neighbours who may be going through cancer.
HOW YOUR EVENT DONATIONS WILL BE USED
Government funding will only provide a certain level of service. If the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre is to be a first class, proactive and formidable cancer facility we must source and manage the extra funds ourselves. The more funds we can secure, the better the service we are able to provide to the people of the wider Albury Wodonga region.
With this in mind, the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre Trust Fund will allocate donations to the service area most in need.
Some examples of how your donation will be used include:
- The purchase of new life-saving cancer equipment and the ongoing maintenance or upgrading of essential cancer equipment
- Professional development programs and training for staff in the latest technology
- Supporting cancer research through clinical trials
- Supporting other unique cancer related projects such as fitting out the Wellness Centre and the dedicated children’s treatment space.
THANKS TO OUR MAJOR SUPPORTERS
Sunshine Week simply wouldn't be possible without the amazing support of so many community-minded individuals and businesses. We would like to thank the following people and organisations for their Sunshine Week contributions:
• Healthfocus Physiotherapy
• McDonalds NGI Group
• Vision Screeprinting
• 1494 2AY
• OtherBirds
• Dysons
Our Shine supporters at the cancer centre have delivered a clear message that they have a genuine commitment to supporting the local community where we live and work. They are helping us to change the lives of people in our region and we express a deep appreciation to them for their support of this vital local health facility.
FAQ'S
Sunshine Week will be held from Monday, November 6 to Sunday, November 12 2023.
Our goal is to see every workplace, educational institution, sporting club and community group in the Albury Wodonga region embracing the sunshine and raising vital funds for our cancer centre.
The Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre houses the most modern cancer treatment facilities of the day and unites cancer services under one roof offering a place to educate, support, research, diagnose and treat all forms of cancer.
The Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre includes:
- 30 inpatient beds
- 30 chair day chemotherapy facility
- 3 radiotherapy bunkers
- 17 medical consulting rooms
- An education and training facility
- A ‘Wellness Centre’
- 2 paediatric treatment chairs connected to the current paediatric unit
- A PET/CT scanner facility on the Albury Hospital site
Government funding will only provide a certain level of service. If the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre is to be a first class, proactive and formidable cancer facility we must source and manage the extra funds ourselves. The more funds we can secure, the better the service we are able to provide to the
people of the wider Albury Wodonga region.
With this in mind, the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre Trust Fund will allocate donations to the service area most in need.
Some examples of how your donation will be used include:
- The purchase of new life saving cancer equipment and the ongoing maintenance or upgrading of essential cancer equipment
- Professional development programs and training for staff in the latest technology
- Supporting cancer research through clinical trials
- Supporting other unique cancer related projects such as fitting out the Wellness Centre and the dedicated children’s treatment space.
Why not use a good cause like funding the regional cancer centre as an excuse to get together with friends, family, work colleagues and the community this Sunshine Week and Host An Event.
Alternatively, why not attend one of the community events which will take place during Sunshine Week - more details here Community Events.
It’s simple! Once you’ve finalised most of the details, just jump on the Sunshine Week website (www.sunshineweek.com.au), click on the ‘Register an Event’ tab and type away. Within 48 hours of registering, our Fundraising Manager will be in touch to forward you our;
- downloadable invites
- event poster so you can display these around your workplace or school
- cardboard foldable donation boxes to place on the table on the day to collect donations
and any other information you may require.
Yes! We’d love to receive your kind donation and are most grateful for your support. Here’s how:
- Online- simply pay securely by credit card at sunshineweek.com.au OR
awcancertrust.org.au/make-a-donation/ - Deposit your donations at your local bank in to our account:
Bank: Bendigo Bank
Account: Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre Trust Fund Inc.
BSB: 633-000
Account No: 150854123 - Pay by cheque to the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre Trust Fund and post to:
PO Box 326 Albury NSW 2640. - Hand over the donation in person to our Fundraising Manager who is located at the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre, Borella Road Albury. Simply make an appointment by calling 02 6064 1538
Our point of difference is that we are a 100% local charity organisation supporting a vital local service where 100% of the monies raised will stay in our own community and help our family members, friends, colleagues, and acquaintances who may be going through the cancer journey.
ALBURY REGIONAL CANCER CENTRE
The Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre houses the most modern cancer treatment facilities of the day. Built adjacent to the Albury hospital facing Borella Road, the AWRCC unites cancer services under one roof offering a place to educate, support, research, diagnose and treat all forms of cancer.
Facilities include a day oncology unit for chemotherapy treatment, 3 radiotherapy bunkers for the provision of radiation therapy, a 30 bed inpatient ward, a ‘Wellness Centre’, dedicated children’s treatment space, 17 consulting rooms, and a pharmacy. The heart of the AWRCC is those who staff it . . . permanent cancer professionals with the skills we need in Albury Wodonga. Walk through landscaped gardens to the nearby Hilltop Patient and Carer Accommodation Centre and you will see we finally have the facilities we deserve.
Read more about the Albury Regional Cancer Centre Trust Fund by CLICKING HERE.