How it started
In May 2015, Carrie Bickmore won the prestigious Gold Logie, dedicating it to her late husband Greg, who passed away following a 10-year battle with brain cancer.
Carrie went on to establish Carrie’s Beanies 4 Brain Cancer Foundation to raise desperately needed funds for research into this devastating disease.
We want to see a future where no lives are lost to brain cancer
Survival rates haven't changed in 30 years
80% of patients diagnosed will die within 5 years
Brain cancer kills more children in Australia than any other disease
Brain cancer kills more people under 40 than any other cancer
One Australian is diagnosed with brain cancer every 5 hours
Our Mission
Carrie's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer is committed to supporting vital brain cancer research, to improve survival rates and create a brighter future for brain cancer patients and their families.
Thanks to the generosity and support of Australians, we're proud to be supporting the brilliant researchers at The Brain Cancer Centre.
We want to see a day where no family has to lose someone they love to brain cancer. With your support, we can make a real difference. We can't do it without you.
Our Aim
Our aim is always to ensure that as much money as possible gets into the hands of researchers who are working to find a cure. We keep our administration costs incredibly low — less than 4% of our overall revenue.
The Brain Cancer Centre
Founded by Carrie’s Beanies 4 Brain Cancer in partnership with WEHI and supported by the Victorian Government, The Brain Cancer Centre brings together the brightest medical research minds working towards our vision: that one day no lives are lost to brain cancer
Carrie Bickmore OAM
Congratulations to our very own Carrie Bickmore OAM on receiving the Medal of the Order of Australia. We’re so proud to see our incredible Founder and Chair recognised for her tireless work raising awareness of brain cancer, advocating for government support, and funding vital research.
Back in 2015, we couldn’t have imagined the journey you’d lead us on. In Greg's honour, you’ve worked tirelessly to make a real impact for brain cancer patients and their families. Thanks to your efforts, over $24 million has been raised, and we’re thrilled to see you recognised for all that you do.
Together we can make a difference
Your support helps fund vital brain cancer research. Every contribution counts.