Every child deserves the chance to grow up, and grow old. But tragically, cancer cuts life short for three children every single week in Australia.
While we all wish we could rid the world of childhood cancer, sometimes it’s hard to know how we can truly make a difference.
But did you know that there’s a way you can leave a legacy of hope for families impacted by a childhood cancer diagnosis? A legacy that could last for generations to come?
Well you can. By leaving a Gift in Your Will to Children’s Cancer Institute and becoming a Future Maker.
Just like Anne Collins.
Anne lived her life guided by compassion, curiosity and a deep sense of responsibility to others. A devoted wife, loving mother and much-adored Nanny to her four grandchildren, Anne was a lifelong learner who returned to study as a mature-age student, proudly completing a Bachelor of Arts in Politics. Creative and thoughtful, she filled journals with poetry and reflections, capturing the beauty she saw in the world around her.
But Anne’s care extended far beyond her own family. She believed in helping to create a better future for others. That belief led her to support Children’s Cancer Institute and our vital research into the causes, prevention and cure of childhood cancer. Through her generosity, including a gift in her Will, Anne ensured her compassion would live long into the future.
Anne is part of Future Makers, our community of supporters who have left a gift in their Will to help shape the future for children with cancer. Future Makers are extraordinary people whose generosity and vision will help support lifesaving research for generations to come.
“I know mum would be so pleased to see her contributions going towards such meaningful, impactful and leading-edge work.” – Jane, Anne’s daughter.
Thanks to gifts like Anne’s, our scientists are making extraordinary progress, giving hope to families across the country and bringing us one step closer to a future where every child diagnosed with cancer can go on to live a long and healthy life.
Children’s Cancer Institute was founded in 1976 by two fathers whose children had cancer. Fifty years on, it remains Australia’s only independent medical research institute wholly dedicated to childhood cancer research, driven by the same unwavering vision: to save the lives of all children with cancer and improve their long-term health, through research.
While great progress has been made, cancer still claims more children’s lives in Australia than any other disease. We cannot stop, until that number is zero.
A life should be long. Your legacy makes it possible. And when you leave a Gift in Your Will, you will play an important part in that future becoming a reality – just as Anne has.
Donate Here: https://www.ccia.org.au/get-involved/donate-to-research/donate
Find out how you can leave a gift in your Will to support vital childhood cancer research and become a Future Maker by contacting:
- Dylan Cluff, Relationship Manager – Gift in Wills 02 7226 6000 or DCluff@ccia.org.au
- Gayle Hannan, Philanthropy Executive – Gift in Wills 02 7209 6708 or GHannan@ccia.org.au
