Half Marathon for Ava

Good Friday Appeal 2026

Give for the kids!

I'm making a difference this Good Friday Appeal, and I need your support.

We all know firsthand the life-saving work of The Royal Children's Hospital. They provide world-class care to seriously sick kids, and my goal is to help them continue that mission.

Every dollar we raise has an impact. This is our chance to ensure thousands of children get the special care they need—this year, and in the future.

Please donate generously and help me reach my target. Let's do something GOOD for the kids.

The Good Friday Appeal has been raising funds for sick kids and their families at The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) for 95 years.

Through the generosity of the community, the RCH continues to deliver world‑class, comprehensive care.

Every dollar donated supports:

  • Ground‑breaking research
  • State‑of‑the‑art equipment
  • Training and unique patient‑centred care programs

In just one year (2024–2025), hundreds of thousands of kids were cared for:

  • 85,415 appointments for urgent and essential care in the Emergency Department
  • 53,450 admissions to a ward, where children and young people received expert, compassionate care
  • 15,106 surgeries, paving the way for brighter futures
  • An incredible 456,000 outpatients seen — that’s an average of 1,250 appointments a day

By supporting this fundraiser, you are part of the impact, helping children live their best possible lives.

Please help make a difference and share this page with your friends, families, and networks.

Thank you for giving for the kids.

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My Updates

My Reason

Wednesday 18th Mar

This Good Friday I will be running a half marathon to raise funds for the Royal Children's Hospital and support the incredible work they do for children and families every single day.

Last November our gorgeous girl underwent Bi-Frontal Craniofacial Surgery at the Royal Children's Hospital to help relieve pressure on her brain and allow her skull to grow and develop the way it should.

Throughout the entire experience, the staff at the Royal Children's Hospital were nothing short of incredible. From the doctors and surgeons to the nursing staff, everyone played an important role in her care and recovery.

The nurses cared not only for our daughter, but also for us as young parents. They made sure we were both fed and looked after while continuing to provide the highest level of care for our girl. Their kindness, reassurance, and support made an enormous difference during our time at the hospital.

We were also supported by the amazing Ronald McDonald House. Having facilities like this so close to the hospital allows families to stay nearby while their child is receiving treatment. It provides comfort, support, and a place to rest during long hospital stays.

We are incredibly fortunate as a state and as a country to have access to facilities like the Royal Children's Hospital and Ronald McDonald House. The care, expertise, and support they provide to families every day is truly remarkable.

Running this half marathon is a small way to give back and help support the Royal Children's Hospital so they can continue providing world-class care to children who need it most.

If you would like to support the Good Friday Appeal and the Royal Children's Hospital, you can donate using the link below.

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Running a half marathon is an amazing effort and doing it for such a worthwhile cause is even more special. Every step you take will make a difference.

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