12-21 October
LET’S WALK TO FIGHT CANCER!
This October, why not lace up your trainers and join our passionate community for an enjoyable and energising 10-day walking challenge? As well as getting out and getting active, you’ll also be helping to provide new hope for people affected by cancer.
“Will you join us for Walk to Fight Cancer this October? Ten days of fresh air and exercise, fun and feel-good, and all to support life-saving cancer research here at Peter Mac. What are you waiting for?”
– Sonya Kennedy, Community and Events Fundraising Manager, Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation
“Will you join us for Walk to Fight Cancer this October? Ten days of fresh air and exercise, fun and feel-good, and all to support life-saving cancer research here at Peter Mac. What are you waiting for?”
– Sonya Kennedy, Community and Events Fundraising Manager, Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation
WHAT?
Walk to Fight Cancer is a virtual walking challenge. You choose how far you think you can go in 10 days and ask your friends and family to sponsor you.
WHEN & WHERE?
The event takes place between 12 and 21 October 2023. You can complete your challenge wherever you wish – on your favourite hikes, or even on a treadmill.
WHY?
To play your part in the search for cancer cures by raising much-needed funds for vital cancer research at Peter Mac.
people are already signed up
has already been raised
Challenge yourself
across 3 distances
50KM
- Avg. 5km a day
- 45 – 60mins per day
- Easy
75KM
- Avg. 7.5km a day
- 1 – 1.5hrs per day
- Moderate
100KM
- Avg. 10km a day
- 2hrs+ per day
- Difficult
…Or you can choose your own
Get the gear
We’ve got a whole range of exclusive rewards lined up to help supercharge your fundraising and encourage you through your challenge.
That includes a premium Walker shirt to wear proudly as you’re out and about clocking up your kilometres, plus an exclusive Walk to Fight Cancer medal.
There’s also a special set of virtual badges for you to collect and share – and we’ll be giving our Walkers lots of social kudos too!
It’s as easy as
1
Join us
Sign up on your own, or team up with your mates – registration is free for 2023.
2
Set up
Customise your personal fundraising page and connect it up to your chosen activity tracker.
3
Make a difference
Start training and fundraising for Peter Mac with guides, coaching and support from us.
“Peter Mac go above and beyond to assist in anything we need.”
Meg Moloney’s dad, Kevin, was first diagnosed with cancer in 2016, when he found a lump on his neck. The lump proved to be skin cancer that had infected his lymph nodes. He was referred to Peter Mac and started treatment straight away. Then in 2019, while Kevin was at one of his regular check-ups, the doctors noticed that the skin cancer had spread from his neck to his head. He was put on to a second course of treatment immediately. It was at that stage that Meg was inspired to get involved with Walk to Fight Cancer and raise funds for the organisation that was doing so much for her dad.
Kevin is now fighting his third round of cancer, and continues to receive care and treatment from Peter Mac. Meg says:
“As a family, we don’t know what we would have done without Peter Mac’s support. They call us to catch up, they share information with us – they go above and beyond to assist in anything we need.”
A big cheer for all our fantastic fundraisers! Thank you so much for everything you’ve done to help give people with cancer the best chance of a cure.
Individuals
Teams
Take part as a team
With mates / family
Challenge fundraisers are always more fun together, and an extra dose of camaraderie is always a bonus. Why not walk as a team with your mates and / or family members and support each other with your fundraising and your training?
With work colleagues
How about rallying your workmates to come together in support of a great cause? Plus, if your company is up for match-funding your team’s fundraising efforts, you could double the contribution you make to cancer research at Peter Mac.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
How much does it cost to take part in Walk to Fight Cancer?
There is no registration fee for WALK 2023 – it’s completely FREE to take part.
How will I track my walking kms?
You can either track your distance automatically using your chosen activity tracker, or manually on your fundraising hub, whichever you prefer.
Do team members need to sign up at the same time?
No. The first person to join up can create a team and share their chosen team name with the rest of the members. They can then join when they’re ready.
