Meet Ali & Fletcher
For this little Canberra family, Christmas will be spent in hospital. Heartbreakingly, it might be Ali’s last.
In August, out of the blue, Ali’s life turned upside down. What she thought was a bad case of food poisoning turned out to be Stage 4 signet ring cell carcinoma, an aggressive and silent gastric cancer.
Thanks to supporters like you, Fletcher and Ali have found the support and care they need in the incredible staff on Wards 10A and 14B at Canberra Hospital.
But there is more we can - and must - do for families facing the unimaginable.
What gift could you give this Christmas?
$25
Therapeutic Programs
Programs like Arts in Health, the Therapeutic Harp Program, wellbeing activities and therapy dogs create small moments of calm in challenging times.
$75
Cuddle Beds
$155
Groundbreaking Local Research
Funding research that can happen right here in Canberra, that brings hope for earlier diagnosis, better treatment and one day, a cure for rare cancers like Ali’s.
Every gift you give brings light to someone’s darkest day.
At Canberra Hospitals Foundation, we see the impact you can create every day.
Your gift today will help bring care, dignity, and comfort to families spending Christmas in hospital.
“Be generous with what you can,
whether it’s money, your time or your care.
It makes a real difference.”
Ali, undergoing treatment for Stage 4 signet ring cell carcinoma
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Claudia Tetreault-Percy
Merry GIVEMAS to all the families who are struggling through health challenges. You've got this!
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hannelore fawcett
Michael Perry
Peter Smith
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Ayah
Thank you for all your work!
Poornima Gopal
Sarah McGrath
Recent fundraising stall with my daughter and she wanted to donation to the Canberra hospital foundation
Carol Guy
I fractured my ankle 2 months ago and received excellent care in ED, Day Surgery Unit and the fracture clinic at TCH. All staff were caring and professional. 🌞
Thank you for your generosity
No one expects to spend Christmas in hospital. Your donation helps patients like Ali receive the care and support they need when it matters most.
May all get better.