Carers of people affected by upper gastrointestinal cancer will be supported through the amazing $85,444 raised for Pancare Foundation in Dry July 2026.

The funds raised will support the development of the My Care Kit for carers and accompanying video series. Co-designed with carers and healthcare professionals, these free resources will provide trusted information, practical advice and emotional support to help families navigate treatment and the day-to-day challenges of caring for someone with upper GI cancer.

"Thank you to all of our participants who went Dry for Upper GI! As a result of your generous fundraising efforts, we’ll be producing a free My Care KIT for upper GI cancer carers - a physical and digital resource offering specialised, easy-to-understand information to support them throughout their carer journey.

Carers play a vital yet often under recognised role, and our research shows there are significant gaps in available practical and emotional support. Pancare’s new My Care KITS for carers will provide specialised carer information on upper GI cancer diagnosis and treatment, diet and nutrition, managing symptoms, accessing support, and managing mental wellbeing.

Thank you again for your dedicated support and efforts during Dry July."

Doug Hawkins, CEO, Pancare Foundation