Help me take a stand against blood cancer
Right, folks, prepare yourselves for a follicular transformation of epic proportions! Yes, I'm talking a full-on, head-and-beard-be-gone situation. Why would I willingly subject myself to such a drastic change, you ask? Well, it's all for a fantastic cause: the Leukaemia Foundation's World's Greatest Shave!
Let's be real, who hasn't had a loved one affected by cancer? It's a devastating disease, and right now, over 150,000 Australians are living with the impact of blood cancer. That's a staggering number, and sadly, 17 of those individuals lose their battle every single day. These are mothers, fathers, children, friends... people just like us.
So, I'm taking a stand (or rather, a seat in the barber's chair!) and shaving my head and beard to raise money and awareness for this incredibly important cause. Think of it as shedding a bit of hair for a whole lot of hope. The funds I raise will go directly to the Leukaemia Foundation, supporting groundbreaking research projects that are working tirelessly to find better treatments and ultimately, a cure. But it's not just about research; the Foundation also provides vital support services to patients and their families, offering a lifeline during incredibly challenging times.
I know times are tough, but even a small donation can make a real, tangible difference. Imagine the collective impact if we all chipped in a little bit – it could be life-changing! So, if you can spare a few dollars (or more, if you're feeling generous!), please sponsor me. Let's show those affected by blood cancer that they're not alone, and let's help the Leukaemia Foundation continue their incredible work. Plus, it'll be hilarious to see me with a completely bare head! Think of it as entertainment for a good cause. Let's do this!
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Your Impact
Help me earn the Discovery badge. That's enough to fund 3 months of laboratory costs for a research project to discover better treatments for blood cancer.
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Wrap Around Care
Raised $50,000
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Research Outcomes
Raised $25,000
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Clinical Trial
Raised $10,000
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Financial Support
Raised $7500
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Discovery
Raised $4800
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Transportation
Raised $2500
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Personalised Treatment
Raised $1000
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Place to Stay
Raised $560
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Helping Hand
Raised $250
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Lab Equipment
Raised $53
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Off the Mark
Raised $1
I’m $2,191 away from my next impact milestone. Please help me reach it.
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Help me earn the Discover badge. That’s enough to fund 3 months of laboratory costs for a research project to discover better treatments for blood cancer.
I’m $4040 away from my next impact milestone. Please help me reach it.
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Thank you to my Sponsors
Kate
2025-03-18 00:54:23
$158.25
Gavin Younger
2025-02-19 23:14:42
$106.12
Jane Oates
2025-03-21 00:32:51
Well done Byron!!
$106.12
Stacee Smith
2025-03-12 14:41:39
Great job, Byron. Look forward to welcoming you to the "Look Like a Thumb" gang!
$106.12
Carly Barnard
2025-02-12 22:38:33
Good on you mate !! Such a good a good cause my friend
$106.12
Scott Biswell
2025-03-13 14:41:04
$106.12
Luan Demooij
2025-02-14 23:17:12
Great work Byron, from Luan and the team at Backsafe
$100
Nick Trezise
2025-03-21 18:31:31
Good luck !
$85.48
Microguard
2025-03-21 08:02:53
Great cause mate- Hope the Mrs Forbes is happy with it ha ha. Chat soon.
$85.48
Ally Khokhar
2025-02-12 19:33:00
$85.48
Byron Forbes
2025-02-12 11:34:09
$83.56
Pete Rodgers
2025-03-16 20:32:57
Best wishes
$57.30
Wendelin Ulrich
2025-03-11 12:00:30
Great work mate, can't wait to see the end look :)
$57.30
Steven Snowden
2025-03-18 06:56:06
$57.30
Mags Bileski
2025-03-07 16:15:02
$57.30
Vikki Doecke
2025-03-20 11:02:19
$57.30
Carl Orchard
2025-02-28 15:56:06
Now you can get fresh fades again
$57.30
Sophie Rompotes
2025-02-20 18:06:59
You will look like a different man! I can't wait to see it all go.
$57.30
Kelz
2025-03-17 21:50:44
Great cause! You will look great as a 12 year old boy again sir!
$57.30
Lorraine Moolman
2025-02-19 20:19:44
Looking forward to the 'after' photo Byron!
$57.30
Kelly Driscoll
2025-02-18 18:40:41
Go Byron, can't wait to see you without a beard.
$57.30
Nathanael Williamson
2025-02-15 14:28:12
$57.30
Christine Bonser
2025-02-14 12:38:22
$57.30
Emma Madden
2025-03-21 20:09:00
$57.30
Matt Lonne
2025-02-12 23:21:00
Great work mate,
$57.30
Jess Richardson
2025-02-12 21:07:52
$57.30
Renae Peacock
2025-02-13 19:57:21
Good on ya Byron !!! cant wait to see that baby face haha
$54.12
Natalie Rigden
2025-02-12 19:32:09
AMAZING!!!!!!!
$54.12
Brendan Sing
2025-03-06 17:42:57
$53
Siobhan Lodge
2025-02-12 19:33:42
$53
Erin English
2025-03-29 14:26:48
$50
Uli L.
2025-02-19 13:57:03
Great Cause, Go Byron :-)
$50
Jennifer Oneill
2025-02-12 23:57:22
Very proud of you son hope you do well Love you son
$43.60
Eliza Rebeiro
2025-03-21 18:26:12
Well done, Lumberjack :)
$40
Kieran Walsh
2025-03-16 23:27:20
$32.43
Steve Walls
2025-03-05 18:15:42
Well done mate all the best!
$27.81
Victor Mayfield
2025-02-12 21:31:46
Good job Bro
$27.81
Paul Eyles
2025-03-09 02:43:27
Well done Byron. Great initiative
$22.58
Taylah Simmonds
2025-02-19 23:12:08
What!
$22.58
Anonymous
2025-03-21 16:11:18
$22.58
Candice Tait
2025-02-14 19:40:12
I cannot remember knowing you without the beard! Good luck!!
$22.58
Natalie Karel
2025-03-22 00:04:11
Congrats Byron!! Hope you make your total!
$22.58
Amy Lappin
2025-03-21 08:42:17
$22.10
Your support is changing lives with the Leukaemia Foundation
50 years of supporting Australians with blood cancer
The World's Greatest Shave is the flagship fundraising initiative of the Leukaemia Foundation. This iconic campaign helps us provide wraparound health services for patients and their families – and powers groundbreaking research and campaigns for change.
Fuelled by our community of patients, carers, healthcare professionals, researchers, specialists, and supporters just like you, we're committed to achieving our goal of zero lives lost to blood cancer by 2035.
A well deserving cause. Look forward to giggling at thr after pics.