Vanessa Kearns

I'm stepping up against cancer!

I’m taking on Relay For Life again to raise funds for every person who’s ever heard the words: “you have cancer”. 

Unfortunately these are no strange words for my family. In 2021, I lost my mum to Cancer, 4 years after her younger sister (my aunt).

This is now my 4th relay since then and every year, we get one step closer to a cancer free future so that others don't have to go through this.

I am doing this relay in memory of my Mum and for other close family and friends who have passed away and to those that currently battling it. Cancer has taken so much but it will not take away my spirt and hope that one day there will be a world without cancer.

Cancer is a devastating disease for so many. For people living with cancer, their treatments can be long and stressful. For those without solutions, the future can be uncertain. It’s a concern shared by their loved ones.

But with your support, I hope to help as many people impacted by cancer as possible. Together, we can support families when they need it most, empower people to reduce their risk, speak up for communities, and find new ways to better detect and treat cancer.

Every step I take is one closer to a cancer free future. But I can’t do it alone! Please donate to my Relay today and together, we can help Cancer Council provide life-changing support services, advocacy, prevention and research across Australia.

Thank you for stepping up. Together we’ll make powerful strides against cancer!