Helping people affected by cancer

Thanks to the incredible fundraising efforts of our Dry July participants every year, the Dry July Foundation is able to help local and national cancer support organisations across Australia deliver practical, tangible support services for people affected by cancer.

Everything we fund is to benefit cancer patients, their families and carers, aiming to make a difficult time, a little easier for people affected by cancer.

A shoulder to lean on. A comforting voice. A place to relax. This is why we Dry July.

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Where the money goes

Male cancer support worker on the phone, smiling
Information and Support Services

McGrath Foundation breast care nurse and a patient
Specialist Cancer Nurses

People lying down on yoga mats in a class
Wellness Programs

Brown chemotherapy chairs in a cancer centre
Cancer Centre Improvements

Cancer Council car outside Cancer Council Tasmania building
Accommodation and Transport

Woman looking in a mirror smiling
Comfort and Support Items


Organisations we support

The Dry July Foundation is proud to support numerous cancer organisations across Australia.

Some of the organisations who benefit from our fundraising include:

Bowel Cancer Australia logo

Cancer Council logo

McGrath Foundation logo

Ovarian Cancer Australia logo

Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia logo

To see the full list of cancer support organisations we fund, please click here.




Thank you Dry Julyers from CoastCanCare

Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge and supporting the Central Coast Local Health District’s CoastCanCare Wellness Program this year. We are delighted to announce that with your help, the CoastCanCare Wellness Program raised an astounding $17,922.57.

We are beyond grateful for your fundraising efforts, dedication and generosity which has enabled the Central Coast Local Health District to continue offering free wellbeing and recovery programs. These programs truly make a difference to our community and people impacted by cancer.

CoastCanCare supports patients, their families, and carers on the Coast by providing an avenue for people to connect while engaging in wellbeing activities.

The program also connects participants to...

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Fantastic result for Cancer Wellness Support from Dry July 2024

Wow! What a fantastic result for Cancer Wellness Support and it’s all thanks to you!

A whopping $35,735.49 was raised during the 2024 Dry July campaign for Cancer Wellness Support – a massive community effort.

The funds raised will go towards:

• 963 therapies ($33,735) to support both individuals and their families living with cancer.

• 12 x comfortable chairs ($2,000) to be used in group work, meditation and chair yoga.

At Cancer Wellness Support, our approach is to improve access to complementary therapies and opportunities for social connection for people affected by cancer through the removal of financial, geographic, and other barriers. With accessibility and affordability underpinning our core principles, we offer a comprehensive...

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Dry July support vital for patients in Grampians region

On behalf of everyone at the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre (BRICC) and Wellness Centre we wanted to thank you for participating in the Dry July challenge this year.

We are pleased to announce that with your help we raised an incredible $48,873.51.

We are extremely grateful for your effort and dedication. Your participation in Dry July helps us to provide world-class cancer care and cancer support services, right here in Ballarat.

Your fundraising efforts ensures the ongoing provision of support and services offered by our Wellness Centre. The Wellness Centre is free for all patients in the Grampians region, regardless of where they are having treatment – ensuring everyone can access the support they require throughout their...

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Fantastic result for Arrow's first Dry July

Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge and for choosing to support Arrow Bone Marrow Transplant Foundation in our very first year! We are delighted to announce that with your help we raised an astounding $45,729 for people with blood cancer through the Arrow Patient Support Program. We are extremely grateful for your fundraising efforts and dedication.

Arrow’s Patient Support Program empowers our patients with information, supports their mental health and provides financial assistance for essential groceries, utility bills and additional travel and accommodation expenses incurred during treatment.

Your incredible support and fundraising through the Dry July 2024 campaign, will help us to assist an additional 60 patients, their...

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Huge boost to PCFA’s Prostate Cancer Specialist Nursing Service from Dry July 2024

I just wanted to tell you how grateful I am for your efforts to raise funds for the mission of Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia during Dry July.

With thanks to you, we’ve raised a remarkable $291,755 for PCFA’s Prostate Cancer Specialist Nursing Service.

You may have seen the news recently that around 16% of all cancers diagnosed in Australia are prostate cancer, including 1 in 3 cancers diagnosed among men. It’s a huge number, and our nurses are 100% committed to being there for the men in your community when a diagnosis strikes.

Our nurses play a really important role in supporting men and their loved ones in the fight against prostate cancer – helping men navigate their treatment and its myriad of side effects, making sure that...

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Dry July funding gives women access to counselling and psychology support from Ovarian Cancer Australia

Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge for Ovarian Cancer Australia this year.

We are pleased to announce that with your help we raised an astounding $208,746 towards evidence-based support programs for women living with ovarian cancer. We are extremely grateful for your fundraising efforts and dedication.

Your fundraising for Dry July has enabled Ovarian Cancer Australia’s counselling and psychology team to support women to access a suite of free specialist clinics and evidence-based programs targeting sexuality, grief and bereavement, fear of cancer recurrence, and sleep and fatigue.

On behalf of all the women we support and staff at Ovarian Cancer Australia, we would like to thank you for your support and contribution to making...

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Dry July 2024 funds Cancer Council’s vital 13 11 20 telephone support service

Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge and supporting Cancer Council this year.

Your Dry July fundraising this year is helping Cancer Council continue to support people affected by cancer across Australia through their 13 11 20 Information and Support Service.

“As a healthcare professional working on 13 11 20, I know how important the information and support we provide to our callers are. Generous funding from Dry July enables our service to continue its vital work.” – Jan Priaulx 13 11 20 Healthcare Professional

13 11 20 is there for all Australians, with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals answering calls from hundreds of Australians every single day.

“Thank you for the information and links. I’m so grateful for all...

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Five new specialist Bowel Care Nurses thanks to Dry July 2024

Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge for Bowel Cancer Australia this year. We are pleased to announce we raised an astounding $384,404.24 and are extremely grateful for your awareness and fundraising efforts.

By taking part in Dry July, you’re supporting the expansion of Bowel Cancer Australia's specialist Bowel Care Nurse program, providing more bowel cancer patients with the care they deserve, as close to home as possible, so they can live their best lives.

A specialist Bowel Care Nurse is a registered nurse who has specialist knowledge and experience caring for patients with bowel cancer. Serving as a point of contact for patients and their families as they navigate the health system – providing advice, education, support...

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From Grief to Growth - Hannah’s story

From the moment Hannah walked through the door of the Robyn Yates Centre in Leura, she felt a unique warmth and welcome. The staff, volunteers, and therapists at Cancer Wellness Support form a caring community, knowing every client by name and genuinely caring about each person’s wellbeing.

From day one, Viv took Hannah and her father under her wing, offering tailored advice and matching them with the right therapists. This personalised care has been transformative, providing Hannah with practical tools to navigate her emotions and challenges. Viv’s intuitive understanding of Hannah’s needs has been a constant source of support, making a profound difference in her life.

After losing her mother to cancer in 2020, Hannah’s experience...

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