Volunteer

What inspired you to volunteer with MHF, and what keeps you coming back?
The brain care coordinators and all the staff at MHF were absolutely brilliant for our family throughout Jason’s treatment and journey. I just wanted to give back to them as they gave us so much hope and support! That combined with the incredible team of volunteers I’ve met over the years is the reason I keep coming back.

Is there a particular MHF event, experience or moment from your volunteering that has really stayed with you? Why was it so special? 
I joined The Big Three Trek this June, and walked 150km from Sydney to Newy with my dear friend Isabel. Together we raised $5600 which I’m so proud of! This was such a special event, meeting likeminded people whose lives had also been affected by brain cancer, and it was a very emotional experience as Jason was back in hospital, still fighting but barely able to walk from his bed to the bathroom, so I was trekking in honour of him, and our children.

What does being part of the MHF volunteer community mean to you personally?
When someone that you love is diagnosed with brain cancer, the helplessness that you feel in not being able to do anything to change that outcome is quite heartbreaking. To join the MHF community and support this incredible organisation, has enabled me to feel like I can make a difference to the lives of other families into the future!

What would you say to someone who is thinking about volunteering with MHF for the first time?
Definitely come and give it a go! You will find yourself surrounded by the most genuine, friendly, and positive people, it’s so very special! Whether you or someone close to you has been affected by cancer is not important, but giving up some of your time for a great cause is, and it will fill your cup (and your heart) like nothing else.

Describe your experience volunteering with MHF in three words.
Heartwarming – life changing – grateful!