Premier Partners: Coles and Coles Express
Coles keeping kids and families strong and connected every day
Coles partnership ensures that families receive vital support
Coles is supporting families every day
Coles Supermarket and Coles Express team members go above and beyond for families every day, they are tirelessly going the distance by joining fun runs, holding creative fundraisers, in store activities and more! They certainly know how to put the fun in fundraising!
The money raised by Coles through fundraising at individual stores and customer generosity, and a percentage of product sales has enabled Redkite to support kids and families more than 208,000 times.
Coles, the amazing support from your team and customers has meant that families received…
Redkite and Coles came together to make a difference to Australian families January 2013.
With the support of Coles customers, over $45 million has been raised and helped fund financial, educational, and mental health support for families facing the toughest time of their lives. We are incredibly proud and grateful for the ongoing commitment from Coles team members and the passion that they show for Redkite.
More than just a loaf of bread!
Your humble sandwich or piece of toast takes on a new meaning when you’re shopping at Coles. Thanks to Coles and Coles Express, 5c from the sale of every loaf of specially marked Coles Own Brand bread is donated to Redkite and supports children facing cancer.
Get involved!
Whether you’re a Coles team member or Coles customer, there are many ways you can get involved and support kids with cancer.
I shop at…
Coles and Coles Express
Next time you’re visiting your local Coles store, you can make a difference to kids with cancer by:
- Shop Coles specially marked Coles Own Brand bread and Redkite will received 5c from every sale
- Donate to Redkite at the register or self checkout.
- Donate your flybuys points to Redkite here
Watch this space for more exciting initiatives in 2022!
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Coles or Coles Express
Your support is so important to families across Australia. So, thank you for being a part of the Redkite community.
If you’re interested in fundraising for Redkite at your store, we’re here for you with information, support and ideas to help you.
For more information get in touch with us at coles@redkite.org.au or on 1800 REDKITE
The truth is, our lives have been turned upside down since we discovered Bella has cancer. Now when I’m at my local Coles and I see they are fundraising for Redkite, I want to run around the store telling everyone how much we value their support. It really means the world to us.
Ritchie, father of Bella diagnosed with cancer aged four
Our Partnership with Coles and Coles Express
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Orchestra Musician Louis Fetting
Louis was an exceptionally talented musician, playing the trombone at The Sydney Opera and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with multiple music ensembles. His love of music came from intensive early childhood therapies participating in speech, sensory and sound therapies in particularly music therapy.
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Orchestra Musician Louis Fetting
Louis was an exceptionally talented musician, playing the trombone at The Sydney Opera and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with multiple music ensembles. His love of music came from intensive early childhood therapies participating in speech, sensory and sound therapies in particularly music therapy.
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Paediatric Oncologist Keasine Latu
Keasine, 16, dreams of becoming a paediatric oncologist to help children with cancer like her. She is one of eight inspiring young Australians to receive a Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship.
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Paediatric Oncologist Keasine Latu
Keasine, 16, dreams of becoming a paediatric oncologist to help children with cancer like her. She is one of eight inspiring young Australians to receive a Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship.
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Paralympian Oliver Martin.
“I still can’t believe she was there cooking for the MasterChef Judges when only 12 months earlier she was in hospital having chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.”
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Paralympian Oliver Martin.
“I still can’t believe she was there cooking for the MasterChef Judges when only 12 months earlier she was in hospital having chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.”
2022 Dare to Dream Recipient: Future Oncology Nurse Matthew Rings
Queensland-based eighteen-year-old Matthew Rings’ cancer diagnosis only made him more determined to complete his Diploma and become a registered nurse. He is one of eight inspiring young Australians to be awarded a 2022 Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship.
2022 Dare to Dream Recipient: Future Oncology Nurse Matthew Rings
Queensland-based eighteen-year-old Matthew Rings’ cancer diagnosis only made him more determined to complete his Diploma and become a registered nurse. He is one of eight inspiring young Australians to be awarded a 2022 Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship.
2022 Dare to Dream National Winner: Future Pilot Mitchell Cawthray
Eighteen-year-old, Mitchell Cawthray from the coastal town of Craignish Queensland is flying high after being named the national winner of the $5,000 Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship. Seven other inspiring young Australians were selected as finalists.
2022 Dare to Dream National Winner: Future Pilot Mitchell Cawthray
Eighteen-year-old, Mitchell Cawthray from the coastal town of Craignish Queensland is flying high after being named the national winner of the $5,000 Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship. Seven other inspiring young Australians were selected as finalists.
Bridge to Brisbane
On Sunday, 28 August 2022, It was great to see over 100 enthusiastic Coles team members “fly the kite” for kids with cancer in the Bridge to Brisbane this year. All in all, over $14,500 was raised helping make a difference to their lives for the better.
Bridge to Brisbane
On Sunday, 28 August 2022, It was great to see over 100 enthusiastic Coles team members “fly the kite” for kids with cancer in the Bridge to Brisbane this year. All in all, over $14,500 was raised helping make a difference to their lives for the better.
Storytime helps siblings understand their baby brother’s cancer
When baby Eli was diagnosed with cancer, his parents didn’t know how to tell their other children.
Storytime helps siblings understand their baby brother’s cancer
When baby Eli was diagnosed with cancer, his parents didn’t know how to tell their other children.
Scholarship dares teens with cancer to dream big
Samuel Ottery, 2021 national winner, is calling on kids everywhere to apply for the Dare to Dream Scholarship
Scholarship dares teens with cancer to dream big
Samuel Ottery, 2021 national winner, is calling on kids everywhere to apply for the Dare to Dream Scholarship
Cancer survivor and baker Kurtis
Life after cancer is sweet for Kurtis, thanks to our supporters.
Cancer survivor and baker Kurtis
Life after cancer is sweet for Kurtis, thanks to our supporters.
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future pastry chef, Vienna Savaris
“I still can’t believe she was there cooking for the MasterChef Judges when only 12 months earlier she was in hospital having chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future pastry chef, Vienna Savaris
“I still can’t believe she was there cooking for the MasterChef Judges when only 12 months earlier she was in hospital having chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Aspiring Paralympian, Travis Newman
“When I got Penny, it was just after my third operation on my leg. I was sad and frustrated, but she gave me the motivation to start living my dream. I couldn’t wait to get off my crutches and start riding again.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Aspiring Paralympian, Travis Newman
“When I got Penny, it was just after my third operation on my leg. I was sad and frustrated, but she gave me the motivation to start living my dream. I couldn’t wait to get off my crutches and start riding again.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Great Victorian Bike Rider, Sienna Cox
“It is my passion to be a voice for those who aren’t able to use their own, for those who are still fighting and those not yet diagnosed.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Great Victorian Bike Rider, Sienna Cox
“It is my passion to be a voice for those who aren’t able to use their own, for those who are still fighting and those not yet diagnosed.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future business leader, Elliot Prasad
“This degree means more than the world to me as I know that once I graduate, the worse part of my life is officially over and I can move on with the bigger parts of my dreams.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future business leader, Elliot Prasad
“This degree means more than the world to me as I know that once I graduate, the worse part of my life is officially over and I can move on with the bigger parts of my dreams.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future podcaster, Molly Croft
“It is my passion to be a voice for those who aren’t able to use their own, for those who are still fighting and those not yet diagnosed.”
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future podcaster, Molly Croft
“It is my passion to be a voice for those who aren’t able to use their own, for those who are still fighting and those not yet diagnosed.”
Meet our 2021 Dare to Dream Scholarship Winner
Samuel Ottery had always dreamed of a career in medicine, and he has just been named as the national winner of the Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship.
Meet our 2021 Dare to Dream Scholarship Winner
Samuel Ottery had always dreamed of a career in medicine, and he has just been named as the national winner of the Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship.
Bridge to Brisbane
On Sunday, 7 November 2021, almost 100 Coles team members pulled on their joggers and a Redkite singlet and took part in the 25th annual Bridge to Brisbane fun run.
Bridge to Brisbane
On Sunday, 7 November 2021, almost 100 Coles team members pulled on their joggers and a Redkite singlet and took part in the 25th annual Bridge to Brisbane fun run.
Webinar Summary: Hidden health crisis – children’s cancer needs more than medicine
In a recent webinar, Redkite launched their latest research which reveals why children’s cancer needs more than medicine.
Webinar Summary: Hidden health crisis – children’s cancer needs more than medicine
In a recent webinar, Redkite launched their latest research which reveals why children’s cancer needs more than medicine.
Coles Express Redkite Week is back
Copacabana student Bella Farrugia is set to be the face of national Coles Express fundraiser Redkite Week which raises much-needed funds for leading children’s cancer support charity Redkite.
Coles Express Redkite Week is back
Copacabana student Bella Farrugia is set to be the face of national Coles Express fundraiser Redkite Week which raises much-needed funds for leading children’s cancer support charity Redkite.
Celebrating $40 million raised by Coles!
Since 2013, when our partnership began, the incredible commitment of Coles has enabled Redkite to continually evolve and respond to the needs of families across Australia who have been impacted by their child’s cancer.
Celebrating $40 million raised by Coles!
Since 2013, when our partnership began, the incredible commitment of Coles has enabled Redkite to continually evolve and respond to the needs of families across Australia who have been impacted by their child’s cancer.
Coles Express Redkite Week
Coles Express customers all over Australia can make a direct impact on families facing childhood cancer, with a week-long Coles Express and Redkite ‘round up’ fundraiser starting today, Monday 21 June.
Coles Express Redkite Week
Coles Express customers all over Australia can make a direct impact on families facing childhood cancer, with a week-long Coles Express and Redkite ‘round up’ fundraiser starting today, Monday 21 June.
Podcast – Why it’s time men talked about their feelings
In the latest episode of his podcast, Byron Cooke and his guests open up about asking for help, mental wellbeing and why there’s no time like the present for Australian men to reach out.
Podcast – Why it’s time men talked about their feelings
In the latest episode of his podcast, Byron Cooke and his guests open up about asking for help, mental wellbeing and why there’s no time like the present for Australian men to reach out.
2020 Dare to Dream Scholarship: Meet two of the winners
Last year, Miranda, from the Gold Coast and Lara, from Dural, were two of just eight young Australians to be awarded a Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream scholarship.
2020 Dare to Dream Scholarship: Meet two of the winners
Last year, Miranda, from the Gold Coast and Lara, from Dural, were two of just eight young Australians to be awarded a Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream scholarship.
A little Coles Christmas cheer at the end of a tough year
Christmas came early for nearly 2000 families when they received a special gift from Coles.
A little Coles Christmas cheer at the end of a tough year
Christmas came early for nearly 2000 families when they received a special gift from Coles.
Grand effort from Coles North Lakes raises much-needed funds for kids with cancer
The team at Coles North Lakes in Queensland crushed their fundraising goal and raised $1127 in Redkite’s Crunch 4 Kids with Cancer.
Grand effort from Coles North Lakes raises much-needed funds for kids with cancer
The team at Coles North Lakes in Queensland crushed their fundraising goal and raised $1127 in Redkite’s Crunch 4 Kids with Cancer.
Coles Hot Cross Buns help provide critical support to families with cancer
Critical phone counselling for families of children with cancer during the pandemic will receive a funding boost through the sale of Coles traditional hot cross buns this Easter.
Coles Hot Cross Buns help provide critical support to families with cancer
Critical phone counselling for families of children with cancer during the pandemic will receive a funding boost through the sale of Coles traditional hot cross buns this Easter.
Sydney Swans star celebrates unsung hero of childhood cancer
Harry Cunningham, from the Sydney Swans, features in eBook For the Love of Bread by national children’s cancer charity Redkite.
Sydney Swans star celebrates unsung hero of childhood cancer
Harry Cunningham, from the Sydney Swans, features in eBook For the Love of Bread by national children’s cancer charity Redkite.
2019 Dare to Dream Scholarship: Chayde Tooley hopes to fulfil his dream of reaching the skies
With his Redkite and Coles 2019 Dare to Dream Scholarship, Chayde Tooley’s dream of becoming a commercial airline pilot is about to take off.
2019 Dare to Dream Scholarship: Chayde Tooley hopes to fulfil his dream of reaching the skies
With his Redkite and Coles 2019 Dare to Dream Scholarship, Chayde Tooley’s dream of becoming a commercial airline pilot is about to take off.
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