The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation
The foundation supports research and initiatives for pediatric brain cancer, the leading disease killing young people, in memory of a young victim. They fund vaccine development and organize awareness events.
Sandringham, VIC (view contact and location information)
ABN: 49126106682
Founded and registered on
on the ACNC Charity Register.
How This Charity Supports the Community
The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation is an Australian not-for-profit organisation dedicated to combating paediatric brain cancer, the leading disease killer of young people. Established in 2013 in memory of Robert ‘Connor’ Dawes, who lost his battle with brain cancer at 18, the foundation focuses on funding innovative research, providing care, and fostering development to improve outcomes for children affected by this devastating disease.
Mission and Vision
The foundation’s mission is to change the odds for children with brain cancer by funding cutting-edge scientific research aimed at finding a cure, while simultaneously supporting patients and their families during treatment. Their vision is to make brain tumours a thing of the past, ensuring that no child suffers from this disease in the future.
Main Objectives
- Fund pioneering research to better understand brain tumours, improve early detection, and develop more effective treatments including clinical trials and vaccine development.
- Provide care and support to young patients and their families through rehabilitation therapies such as music and yoga therapy, which offer emotional and physical comfort often not covered by insurance.
- Promote development by inspiring and supporting the next generation of brain cancer researchers and healthcare professionals through scholarships, awareness programs, and youth engagement activities.
- Raise awareness about paediatric brain cancer’s impact and the urgent need for funding and research.
Benefiting Groups
- Children and adolescents diagnosed with brain tumours who require advanced treatment and supportive care.
- Families and caregivers who benefit from emotional and practical support services during the treatment journey.
- Researchers and clinicians working in paediatric brain cancer who receive funding and resources to accelerate scientific breakthroughs.
Services and Activities
- Funding research projects including the development of a pioneering brain cancer vaccine in partnership with The University of Queensland.
- Supporting clinical trials across Australia and internationally to improve treatment options and survival rates.
- Providing rehabilitation therapies such as music therapy and yoga to enhance quality of life for young patients.
- Organising awareness and fundraising events like Connor’s Run and Go Grey in May to engage communities and generate vital funds.
- Offering scholarships and development programs to nurture future leaders in brain cancer research and care.
Through these focused efforts, the Robert Connor Dawes Foundation strives to transform the landscape of paediatric brain cancer treatment and support, making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families affected by this challenging disease. To contribute or learn more, individuals can explore opportunities to donate or participate in foundation activities.
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