ABOUT BREAST CANCER NETWORK AUSTRALIA
ABOUT BREAST CANCER NETWORK AUSTRALIA
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is the official charity partner for the 2026 Carman’s Fun Run Melbourne. For the past 28 years, BCNA has worked to ensure that all Australians who are affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support.
As Australia’s leading breast cancer consumer organisation with a network of more than 175,000, BCNA provides information and support to those diagnosed with breast cancer and their supporters. This includes opportunities to connect with others going through a similar situation and working with government and health professionals to influence a stronger healthcare system. Please visit www.bcna.org.au to find out more.
In the next 24 hours, 56 Australians will hear four shocking words – ‘You have breast cancer’. That’s over 20,000 Australian women and men in the next 12 months alone. With your support, BCNA is there to help people diagnosed with breast cancer navigate this challenging time.
YOUR DONATION WILL HELP BREAST CANCER NETWORK AUSTRALIA:
Provide support, information and resources to those who have just been diagnosed through our My Journey online tool, which has 18,000 registered users
Provide an online peer network of more than 22,000 people sharing stories, experience and support
Provide telephone support services that are accessed by nearly 10,000 Australians affected by breast cancer each year
Deliver webcasts, podcasts and conferences that have received 57,000 views and downloads
Provide My Care Kits in partnership with Berlei, which include a post mastectomy bra and soft form, to help women feel more comfortable after surgery
Advocate on behalf of Australians diagnosed with breast cancer to achieve greater access to new breast cancer drugs, treatments & procedures that lessen the financial impact of diagnosis
Deliver our Seat at the Table program where 68 Australians who have experienced breast cancer are trained to actively participate in research, government and health sector decision making forums.
BCNA works with a number of cancer researchers to ensure that lived experience is included in all studies and projects
PROUD SUPPORTERS
FUNDRAISING
Make your Carman’s Fun Run Melbourne 2026 mean more.
Fundraise for BCNA and get get rewarded!
- Raise $100 to receive a pair of BCNA laces
- Raise $250 to receive a Carman's Fun Run buff
- Raise over $1,000 to go into the draw to win a Fitness pack that includes gifts from Sole Motive, BCNA, Carman's Kitchen and Brooks.
Why fundraise for BCNA?
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) works to ensure that all Australians affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support.
Our impact means that we make a difference to EVERYONE with a breast cancer diagnosis, regardless of whether they been in contact with BCNA or not. All BCNA services and resources are provided for free.
With your help, BCNA can:
- Provide peace of mind, and information, with factual, tailored information through My Journey
- Support people affected by breast cancer via our caring Helpline
- Advocated for new medications to come onto the PBS to improve access to treatment options
- Ensure the voice and experience of the BCNA network influences breast cancer policy and research innovation
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