Generous gifts to celebrate 40 years of good
To mark 40 years since they began in 1982, the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee set their minds on another remarkable milestone – raising an incredible $400,000 for cancer research at the University.
The Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee is known as a powerhouse of good for its remarkable community fundraising and passionate drive to fund cancer research.
The Committee’s support will enable researchers in each area to continue their important work, which includes testing different drugs and delivering clinical trials to cancer patients. Since 2000, the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee has donated over $2 million to cancer research in the Hunter region, with $1 million directly gifted to support cancer research at our University. We are so grateful for their ongoing support and remarkable contribution.
With the generous support of the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee, we are conducting innovative research to improve the outcome of patients with lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer death in Australia. We are so grateful for the Committee’s support.”
Professor Xu Dong Zhang
Funding hope for cancer research
Earlier this year, four University of Newcastle researchers were each presented with $100,000 of generous philanthropic funding to advance cancer research and boost the hope of cancer patients in our region and around the globe.
The four recipients were:
- Associate Professor Matt Dun for DIPG Research
- Professor Nikola Bowden for Ovarian Cancer Research
- Professor Hubert Hondermarck for Pancreatic Cancer Research
- Professor Xu Dong Zhang for Lung Cancer Research
Learn more about supporting our research at newcastle.edu.au/engage/make-a-gift/support-our-research
Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.