Christmas Appeal 2024
Support Redkite mums like Le-Anne this Christmas
Le-Anne’s life changed forever when her son Tommy was diagnosed with a massive tumor crushing his lungs. As a sole parent, she faced not only the fear of losing her son but also the overwhelming financial burden of his treatment. Many families like Le-Anne’s are struggling to stay afloat while caring for their sick children, especially in today’s cost-of-living crisis.
Many families like Le-Anne’s are struggling to stay afloat while caring for their sick children, especially in today’s cost-of-living crisis.
How You Can Help
Every dollar you give will have a meaningful impact on families facing childhood cancer during their most difficult times.
Send a gift of hope today to Redkite families in desperate need.
See the difference your donation makes
Your kind gift of:
- $50 to help struggling families put food on the table.
- $75 in fuel vouchers, so families can visit their child in the hospital without worrying about transportation costs.
- $120 to cover an overdue power bill or prevent a family from going into debt.
Why your support matters
Families facing childhood cancer are already dealing with an unimaginable emotional toll, and financial stress only compounds their struggle. Your donation will ensure they receive the support they need.
When Le-Anne’s vibrant, sporty nine-year-old son Tommy started gasping for breath, she knew something was terribly wrong. After countless doctor visits and misdiagnoses, an X-ray revealed her worst fear: a massive tumor was crushing Tommy’s lungs. From that moment, their lives were consumed by cancer.
As a sole parent, Le-Anne was left to navigate the unthinkable alone. Tommy’s treatment was intense—weekly lumbar punctures, endless chemotherapy, and terrifying close calls. The emotional strain was unbearable, and the financial burden quickly became overwhelming when Le-Anne lost her job. She feared not only for Tommy’s life but for how they would survive.
“Every day, I felt like I was walking a tightrope,” Le-Anne recalls.
“I was terrified of losing him, and the stress of trying to keep us afloat financially was crushing. Redkite was a lifeline.”
With help from Redkite, Le-Anne received critical financial assistance — fuel vouchers, food vouchers, and help with rent and bills — that allowed her to stay by Tommy’s side. The support brought not only relief but hope during the darkest moments.
Your gift today will ensure families like Le-Anne’s get the support they need to keep going.
Tommy still has a long road ahead, but Le-Anne remains strong for him, knowing she has support from Redkite and generous people like you.
For families facing childhood cancer, your donation is more than just financial relief—it’s a lifeline, a sign that they aren’t alone in their struggle.
Please make a donation before 31 December, and your gift will provide support for essential needs like food, rent, and bills—so mums like Le-Anne can focus on their child.
Thanks to our long-term leading partner MPA, every dollar you give will be matched dollar for dollar, up to a total of $50,000.
Thank You for Your Generosity!
We are incredibly grateful for your support, and we are thrilled to announce that the matched funding has now been exhausted. Your donation, along with those from other generous donors, has made a huge difference for families facing childhood cancer.
Although the matched funds are no longer available, your contribution will continue to provide vital support for families in need. Thank you for helping us make a lasting impact.
*Funds donated through https://fundraise.redkite.org.au/christmas-appeal-2024 for the period from 9:00 am AEDT 29/10/24 and 11.59pm AEDT 31/12/24 will be eligible for dollar matching or until the financial cap of $50,000 is reached.
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