Helping Australians with blood cancer at every stage of the journey
The World's Greatest Shave is the flagship fundraising campaign of the Leukaemia Foundation. Previously known as Shave for a Cure, this iconic campaign helps fund better blood cancer care for patients and their families – from life-changing support services to critical research and advocacy efforts. Fuelled by our community of patients, carers, healthcare professionals, researchers, specialists, and supporters just like you, we’re committed to ensuring no Australian has to face blood cancer alone.
Real stories of life-changing care.
At just 12 years old, Siah was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia, turning her family’s world upside down. After months of treatment away from home, she reflects on the support that helped keep her family together and her wish to spend Christmas with them.
When Gemma’s mum Kate was diagnosed with leukaemia, her family’s life changed forever. Gemma reflects on the emotional toll of her mum’s illness, the support they received from their community and the Leukaemia Foundation, and how the experience brought their family closer together.
At 22, Sage was diagnosed with leukaemia, putting his rugby career and dream of becoming a father on hold. Now in remission and a father of two, he shares his journey through treatment, his experience with fertility challenges and his passion for raising awareness and supporting others facing blood cancer.
Why take part in the World's Greatest Shave
Blood cancer is Australia's hidden cancer crisis. Today, there are 170,000 families facing blood cancer, and 17 Australians will lose their life. Every year, thousands of Australians step up to shave, cut, or colour their hair and raise funds in support of those affected.
Every dollar you raise helps provide families with the support they need, while powering critical research projects. By joining the World’s Greatest Shave community today, you’ll help fuel real, tangible change tomorrow.
Last year, the World's Greatest Shave community helped make life-changing cancer care possible:
42,400+ nights of accommodation provided to 572 families close to life-saving treatment
1,070 people were provided with financial assistance to help with the high costs of blood cancer
1,941 people were provided with transport services to and from medical appointments and treatment
