McGrath Foundation

For an incredible 15 years, our friends at IGA Supermarkets have been helping us work towards our mission of ensuring no one misses out on the care of a McGrath Breast Care Nurse. This October, you can help too by shopping at your local IGA and purchasing items from the specially marked Community Chest range. 🛒 From OMO washing detergent to Masterfoods sauces, herbs and spices, when you purchase items from the specially marked Community Chest range until 29th October, you’ll be helping the McGrath Foundation place more McGrath Breast Care Nurses in communities across Australia. 💕 Check out the full list of Community Chest products at https://lnkd.in/gKa9NqNk #PinkistheColour #McGrathFoundation #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

“Mel helped me get through my treatment.”❤️🩹 Mum-of-two Clair Schwencke was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2020 and was supported by McGrath Breast Care Nurse Mel through treatment. Since then, Clair has been raising awareness about breast health and educating friends and family about the role McGrath Breast Care Nurses play in supporting people and families through their cancer experience. She’s also held several fundraising events in support of the McGrath Foundation. “Last year, my boss who owns Fab Industrial Logistics, hired out the top bar of the Shangri La Hotel. Everyone attending made a donation,” says Clair. “My boss also donated tickets to see Taylor Swift in concert, others donated a holiday to Bali, boat trips… we also had a panel of women talking about breast cancer.” The night raised over $20,000 to help ensure that no one goes through breast cancer without the care of a McGrath Breast Care Nurse. Feeling inspired by Clair’s story? Host your own fundraiser by registering an event at https://lnkd.in/gjEGgAxP #McGrathFoundation #BreastCareNurses #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

“My older brother died of breast cancer 13 years ago, so the possibility of me getting breast cancer was always in my mind.”❤️🩹 David, 70, was diagnosed with breast cancer after he experienced pain and discovered a lump on his chest while chain sawing one day. Despite the family history of breast cancer, he says he “virtually never” checked his breasts. David, and his wife Lynne met their McGrath Breast Care Nurse Dana after being referred by his specialist. “My wife and I found her kind, caring and her professional support immensely helpful. She provided us with information about breast cancer and treatment, including information related to male breast cancer. “We were also enormously impressed with her concern for our whole family, including Lynne and our adult children. Dana always had plenty of time to see us and her support was 10/10!”💖 While breast cancer is something that is often associated with women, each year, 217 men are diagnosed with breast cancer in Australia. If you, or someone you know is experiencing breast cancer, McGrath Breast Care Nurses are here to help, for free. You don’t even need a referral. To find your nearest nurse visit https://lnkd.in/gjx7PnZZ #McGrathFoundation #BreastCareNurse #malebreastcancerawareness

When volunteer surf lifesaver Lizzy Sargeant was diagnosed with breast cancer, her family, friends and local club rallied around her.💞 On the day of her first chemotherapy appointment, Lizzy met her McGrath Breast Care Nurse, Kim Wright, who supported her through treatment. “Kim was the person I could ring and cry to,” says Lizzy. “She was always helpful, so knowledgeable and able to answer so many questions.” To show her appreciation for McGrath Breast Care Nurses like Kim, Lizzy’s daughter Michaela and her friends, Luke and Lara organised, ‘Laps4Lizzy’. The event saw swimmers take the plunge and swim laps to raise money in support of the McGrath Foundation. “Luke said, ‘how about we do a 21km swim and we’ll try and do it in 7 hours, because 1 in 7 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime,” explains Lizzy. The day raised more than $36,870 to help ensure that no one goes through breast cancer without the care of a McGrath Breast Care Nurse. “Everyone got involved and swam laps and came to cheer the swimmers,” says Lizzy. “It was such an incredible day, and people were incredibly generous.” Feeling inspired by Lizzy’s fundraiser? Register your own event at https://lnkd.in/gjEGgAxP #McGrathFoundation #BreastCareNurses #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

Our very own Glenn McGrath hit the road with our Partnerships team to meet with our friends at BINGO INDUSTRIES, Sydney Water, Steadfast Group Limited, The NRMA, Compass Pools Australia, IGA Supermarkets, La Roche-Posay Laboratoire Dermatologique, bp, HCLTech, and Pfizer to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month!   From pink morning teas and informational sessions to pink cricket matches, we had so much fun connecting with our partners and sharing stories about the vital impact their support has on families experiencing breast cancer.   A heartfelt thank you to every team member we met along the way; your support ensures that no one misses out on care. #McGrathFoundation #PinkistheColour

🎉 The bp campaign has officially wrapped 🎉   Glenn and the team were honoured to celebrate the milestone at the bp head office in Melbourne this week, together reflecting on another amazing year made possible thanks to their dedicated store members, the bp team, and their suppliers. Mondelēz International Stuart Alexander & Co. Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Mars Patties Food Group Darrell Lea Confectionery Co Pty Ltd SNACK Brand Frucor Brands International B.V. Bega Group Unilever Sanitarium Asahi Beverages Pacific Optics   They were thrilled to also be joined by Louise James, our bp-funded McGrath Breast Care Nurse from Mildura. Louise provides vital support to individuals and families affected by breast cancer, for free thanks to the support of campaigns like this! 💞   A heartfelt thank you to bp and their suppliers for helping us get one step closer to ensuring that no one goes through breast cancer without care.

“Michelle, our McGrath Breast Care Nurse has been a shining light. From day one, she went to the first oncology appointment, welcomed us and took care of our children whilst my husband Trevor and I had to listen to that first important conversation of what we were about to go through.” ❤️🩹 Mum of two, Isla Foy was 33-weeks pregnant when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. After starting chemotherapy while pregnant, Isla went into labour early and her son Freddie was born 6 weeks premature. While he was receiving care in the special care nursery, Isla continued her chemotherapy treatment. Throughout their experience Isla and Trevor have been supported by McGrath Breast Care Nurse Michelle. Isla’s mother-in-law also had breast cancer and sadly passed away in February this year. In tribute to his late mother and wife, Trevor did a push up challenge raising over $5,000 for the McGrath Foundation. 💪 Together, they have also shared their experience on social media at Isla's Road to Recovery 💖Feeling inspired by Isla and Trevor’s story? Register to hold a fundraiser during Breast Cancer Awareness Month at https://lnkd.in/gp6SVgJg 👀Read more of Isla’s story https://lnkd.in/g9auMbEs #mcgrathfoundation #breastcarenurses #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

It’s officially the Summer of Pink and we are so excited to be joining forces with 13 iconic brands who are generously donating 100% of profits from select pink products sold throughout October to the McGrath Foundation. 💕 With 58 people diagnosed with breast cancer every day, selected pink products from Ralph Lauren, The Athlete's Foot Australia & New Zealand, THE UPSIDE, Budgy Smuggler, LEO LIN, Boody, InStitchu, Nala, CYGNETT, Maria Nicola, buj, Olsson Pacific and Jim Barry Wines will help the McGrath Foundation work towards our goal of ensuring no one misses out on the care of a breast care nurse. 🛍️ Visit our website to learn more and shop the Summer of Pink today: https://lnkd.in/grhZJasT #McGrathFoundation #McGrathBreastCareNurses #SummerOfPink

The Jane McGrath High Tea proudly supported by HCLTech is right around the corner 💖 We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us set up for this iconic event on Saturday, 4th January 2025. Spots are limited so get in quick and register your interest today 👉 https://lnkd.in/gnDxj_R6

We're celebrating 19 years of the McGrath Foundation today and couldn't miss the opportunity to reflect on some special milestones, none of which would have been possible without the tireless and generous support from you, our incredible community of supporters! 💖   Since 2005, McGrath Breast Care Nurses have provided free cancer nursing care to individuals and families across Australia – and it’s all thanks to you! Some of our incredible milestones include: 🌟 143,000 families supported 🌟 233 expert McGrath Breast Care Nurses in communities right across the country 🌟 319,289 hours of clinical, psychological and emotional care provided This year, thanks to the generosity of our incredible supporters, we’re on target to meet our mission of 250 McGrath Breast Care Nurses. 🎉 So, thank you for being part of our community. Without your help, we couldn’t provide the vital care that we do. #McGrathFoundation #BreastCareNurses