NBCF Australia

NBCF is Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation funding world-class breast cancer research towards our vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer.

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

Happy New Year from the National Breast Cancer Foundation!

We are thrilled to have been the Official Charity Partner of 2024 Sydney New Years Eve for a second year. The National Breast Cancer Foundation Pink Moment lit up Sydney Harbour pink to raise awareness for breast cancer research and the impact we have made towards our vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer, over the last 30 years.

A big thank you to @cityofsydney for this opportunity. As a completely community-funded organisation, we rely on the generosity of partnerships like these and on the support of the Australian public.

Have a look at some of the stunning moments from the night. Photo credits: Philipp Ganz https://t.co/O8JnKguCXb

#nbcf #nbcfaus #SydneyNYE #ZeroDeaths #breastcancerawareness #NewYear2024

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

We are thrilled to announce that NBCF is the official charity partner of 2024 Sydney New Year's Eve! 🎉

With the invaluable support of the @cityofsydney and the generosity of our community, we are committed to funding world-class research that saves lives. Be sure to watch for our Community Ambassador, Tarryn whose picture will be beautifully projected onto the Sydney Harbour Bridge pylons from 10pm.

Join us in raising vital awareness and funds for our vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer. Let’s make a difference together this New Year’s Eve! 💖
Find out more here: https://t.co/dpRnsVHH1O
#nbcf #nbcfaus #ZeroDeaths #SydneyNYE #NYE

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

NBCF-funded researcher, Associate Professor Joy Wolfram's project examines how small molecular messages produced by Triple Negative breast cancer cells help these breast cancer cells avoid detection and destruction by the immune system allowing cancer cells to survive and spread to other organs in the body.

We also want to say a big congratulations to @WolframJoy, who was recently named Queensland’s Young Tall Poppy of the Year in the 2024 Tall Poppy Science Awards. This award celebrates emerging researchers who have demonstrated both scientific excellence and a passion for science communication.

Read more about A/Prof Wolfram's work here: https://t.co/K1XPLWHNoq

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

You are all amazing! You raised an amazing $320,000 on our Power of Pink Giving Day.

Thank you to everyone who gave so generously to change the future of breast cancer diagnoses.

And a huge thanks to our very special matching partners who doubled every donation.

We are so grateful for the generosity of our Pink Squad. Your support will fund critical, world-class research that will save lives.

Together, we CAN achieve our vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer 💗 #nbcf #nbcfaus #PowerofPink #GivingDay #thankyou

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

🎉 Power of Pink Giving Day is live! 🎉

For 24 hours only, every dollar you give to NBCF will be DOUBLED thanks to the generosity of our very special matching partners. Let’s go Pink Squad!

$1 = $2
$50 = $100
$75 = $150

It’s the ultimate power up to fund life-changing breast cancer research. To work together towards a future of Zero Deaths from breast cancer.

Join thousands of other Australians just like you who share this same vision by donating now: https://t.co/gQYruMLG9F

#NBCF #PowerofPink #GivingDay

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

Last week, the Governor-General, Her Excellency the Honourable @gg_sammostyn graciously hosted a morning tea for the National Breast Cancer Foundation at Admiralty House.

This event marked the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s 30th anniversary and celebrated the extraordinary contribution our donors, partners, ambassadors, researchers, Board members and staff have made over the last three decades.

In the last 30 years, the death rate from breast cancer in Australia has reduced by over 40%. We are making progress, and it is progress to be proud of. As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to our vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer. Thank you to everyone who attended this morning, we appreciate all your support. #NBCF #ZeroDeaths #breastcancerresearch #gg_australia #thankyou

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

It’s officially happening! Next week, every donation will be DOUBLED in our Power of Pink Giving Day, thanks to the generosity of some very special matching partners.

That means every dollar you give will be powered up, so you can have more impact than EVER before on breast cancer research.

Every day, nine people in Australia die from breast cancer. That’s nine too many.

And together, with the Power of Pink, we can change this reality. Let’s make Zero Deaths from breast cancer possible.

Next Thursday, 9am AEDT, 24 hours only. All donations matched… we can’t wait!

Learn more: https://t.co/jUwjZk7wwQ
#nbcf #nbcfaus #ZeroDeaths #PowerofPink #GivingDay

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

Scientific discovery is the key to reaching our vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer.

Figuring out how different treatments and drugs affect cancer cells requires the right environment for cells to grow. That’s why NBCF-funded Professor Jeff Holst is using a special piece of equipment called a Baker Ruskinn SCI-tive Hood in his research at UNSW.

Described as a ‘lab in a box’, the equipment provides a stable environment that mimics conditions in the human body like oxygen levels. This encourages breast cancer cells to grow so researchers can test drugs and personalised treatment options.

#NationalScienceWeek @DrJeffHolst @UNSWMedicine #research #breastcancer

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

This #NationalScienceWeek we want to showcase some of the incredible technology that our researchers are using, that powers life-changing research.

Associate Professor Peter Simpson is using a laser capture microdissection microscope for his NBCF-funded research at the University of Queensland to help understand the causes of breast cancer in young women.

This unique microscope uses a powerful laser beam to precisely cut and isolate specific cells from breast tumour tissue samples. His research team can then extract and analyse DNA to find genetic differences that cause cancer to develop and grow.

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

Thanks to our generous community, we are able to invest in world-class breast cancer research like A/Prof Philip Gregory's project.

A/Prof Gregory's is to working to uncover new indicators and treatments for an aggressive form of breast cancer known as Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC).

Read more: https://t.co/21F72nK0lD

[Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute @MonashBDI]

.@NBCFAus CEO & supporters toured @MonashBDI cancer labs & facilities to witness first-hand the impact of their support on #BreastCancerResearch. We are grateful to NBCF & their supporters for enabling our critical research. More: https://t.co/mzMZD1TtZI

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

Earlier this year, NBCF Circle of Giving Sydney attend a presentation and facility tour of their aligned project headed by NBCF-funded researcher, A/ Prof Clare Stirzaker.

Discover how you can join our Circle of Giving by contacting Kay Schubach at [email protected] 🤝💕

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

A heartfelt thank you to all who joined the Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic 2024! 🌸What an incredible turn out to all of our events across the nation. Whether you walked, jogged, or sprinted to the finish line, your commitment was truly inspiring.

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

Happy Mother's Day 💕 Being a mother means something different to everyone. And we want to celebrate you all today. #HappyMothersDay

[ONJ Cancer Research Institute @ONJCRI]

🌟 Congratulations to @delphine_merino for securing funding from @NBCFAus for groundbreaking research! A/Prof Merino and team will tag cancerous and healthy cells will different colours in order to uncover the secrets of metastasis, and pioneer new #BreastCancer treatments.

[Peter Mac Cancer Centre @PeterMacCC]

Four research projects led by Peter Mac have been awarded vital @NBCFAus grants to continue world-class research into the prevention and treatment of breast cancer.

Read more: https://t.co/bpBILTMflY

[Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute @MonashBDI]

1/ 👏👏Congrats to @MonashBDI's A/Prof @LanKhuyenNguyen & Dr @JardeThierry who have been awarded a total of $1.5M by @NBCFAus! See thread below to find out more about their projects, or read the story: https://t.co/4ArgjNtBxj. See also @NBCFAus story: https://t.co/PXGGRZyDvw

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

@AlisonH76825183 Hi Alison, we are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.💕

[NBCF Australia @NBCFAus]

We are proud to announce 19 new world-class breast cancer research projects receiving a combined investment of $13.5 million to help progress towards our vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer.
https://t.co/DiMGRYximG #research #researchgrants #researchers

[9News Melbourne @9NewsMelb]

Fundraising is already up more than 30 per cent this year as ovarian cancer joins breast cancer as the dual purpose for the annual Mother's Day Classic.

A Heatherton family knows too well the trauma that both can cause. @Jo_Hall9 #9News