Newly diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma at 39, I'm fundraising for the World's Greatest Shave
In May 2024, my life took a sudden and unexpected turn when I was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma. This rare blood cancer is not only incurable but also exceptionally uncommon in someone of my age. Since May I have been facing chemotherapy and treatment while managing the physical, emotional, and financial toll on both myself and my family.
As part of my treatment plan, I will soon face the reality of losing my hair. Embracing this change, I've made the decision to shave it off in October to prepare for upcoming high-dose chemotherapy. In conjunction with this personal challenge, I am also participating in the World's Greatest Shave fundraiser. This initiative has garnered support from family, friends, and even youth members of our Scout Group, who are volunteering to cut or shave their hair in solidarity.
This upcoming World's Greatest Shave fundraiser holds special significance as we stand together in solidarity. Your donation, no matter the size, will make a tangible difference in funding research, supporting patients, and spreading hope. Join me in making a meaningful impact and supporting this vital cause. Together, we can bring light and strength to those facing similar challenges. Thank you for your generosity and compassion.
Your Impact
Help me earn the Transportation badge. That's enough to provide a month of free transport for people who are too ill to drive after chemotherapy treatment.
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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 $963 away from my next impact milestone. Please help me reach it.
Donate nowMy Achievements
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.
Donate now
Signed Up!
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Thank you to my Sponsors
Bianca M
2024-10-11 12:52:20
$268.75
R Cuthbertson
2024-10-12 17:19:08
We’re all behind you Andy. Be strong.
$211
Lance
2024-10-12 16:12:53
We're all with you.
$158.25
Scott R
2024-10-24 22:34:13
$105.50
George & Jean R
2024-10-21 11:23:27
Stay strong, Andrea. We remember first meeting you and your family at Everton Park Scouts. Do you remember being the first girl Joey Scout there? A great journey to GL at Ripley.
$105.50
Jorja Hancock
2024-10-12 17:55:54
your strong
$105.50
Luke Barry
2024-10-12 16:51:08
!
$105.50
Trish Duncan
2024-10-12 17:26:23
Love you my beautiful friend xx
$84.40
Hayley Stubbings
2024-09-06 16:15:48
Sorry to hear this, Andrea. Best wishes for the next phase of treatment. Well done to you and your community for fundraising!
$55.92
Anonymous
2024-09-25 21:54:54
Stay strong, you can beat this. Sending prayers for you and your family.
$55.92
Christine Cuthbertson
2024-10-12 18:00:05
I love you my beautiful girl. Love Mum ❤️
$55.92
Anonymous
2024-10-18 10:48:47
$42.20
Amber
2024-10-02 10:02:43
$42.20
Ashleigh Kelly
2024-08-15 19:54:11
I am so sorry Andrea, you do not deserve this, your so strong we are all here for you.🙁🫶
$31.65
Stephanie Mcdermott
2024-10-12 16:45:32
$21.10
Jamie Walters
2024-10-03 09:35:05
Sending love, light and lots of hugs always my amazing friend 💕
$21.10
Toby
2024-08-15 19:35:34
Go Koala!!! From Toby.
$20
Anonymous
2024-10-12 16:57:52
$15.82
Soo Lynn, Mauricio And Max.
2024-09-25 21:41:58
You are a trooper Andrea, all the best with your treatment. Soo Lynn, Mauricio and Max.
$15
Anonymous
2024-10-14 09:19:39
$10.55
Anonymous
2024-09-25 12:03:20
Sending strength and love during a difficult time you will conquer!
Wishing you the best throughout your next round of treatment Andrea. Discovered your page when my mum found your account after she got diagnosed with MM in August. She’s started her clinical trial today and you have been an inspiration and support through what was/is a scary unknown for her and our family.