Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation

Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation With one foot on the front line, and one in the future, we're here for those who deserve our all.
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One of the largest and most trusted kids’ health charities in the country, Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation exists to help provide all children with access to the best possible healthcare, whenever and wherever they need it. We have been delivering on this promise for the last 35 years, raising millions every year for a collective of two major children’s hospitals, specialised care services, and cutting edge paediatric research, operating across NSW. We truly believe there is no greater possible impact for a donated dollar in kids’ health.

When you think of Christmas, you probably picture gifts wrapped in ribbons, waiting under the tree. But for many familie...
12/11/2025

When you think of Christmas, you probably picture gifts wrapped in ribbons, waiting under the tree. But for many families spending the holidays in hospital, Christmas looks different. Instead of being at home surrounded by loved ones, they’re by their child’s bedside — hoping for the best gift of all, more time together.

At Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation, we’re dedicated to supporting sick kids across the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network — helping provide world-class care, groundbreaking research, and the best possible experiences for children and families spending Christmas away from home. 🌟

There are so many ways you can get involved with our Christmas Appeal. Swipe across to discover four ways you can get involved and change the future for sick kids.

This Christmas, you have the power to give the most precious gift of all — hope. Hope for a brighter future for every sick kid.

Find out more about how you can get involved: https://brnw.ch/21wXpvX

11/11/2025

This Christmas, you can give sick kids the brightest Christmas possible by decorating your home with festive lights to show your support for kids across the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network who are spending Christmas in hospital this year.🎄

For more information and to get involved with Lights for Kids visit: https://brnw.ch/21wXnCn

Abigail made it home just in time for her first Christmas. This year, your gift can help more children being cared for a...
10/11/2025

Abigail made it home just in time for her first Christmas. This year, your gift can help more children being cared for across the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network do the same. 🎄

Donate today: https://brnw.ch/21wXljh

For the ninth year running, Arc - UNSW Student Life has gone above and beyond in support of Sydney Children's Hospitals ...
06/11/2025

For the ninth year running, Arc - UNSW Student Life has gone above and beyond in support of Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation through their annual Fun-A-Thon.

Each year, students from across the university come together to fundraise, have fun, and make a difference for sick kids and their families. This year, they have raised over $96,000 and counting, supporting the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network and continuing their tradition of turning fun into meaningful impact.

Over nearly a decade, Arc - UNSW Student Life's commitment, creativity, and community spirit have made a lasting difference. Thank you for your unwavering support and for inspiring your community to give generously while having fun along the way.

For many families, Christmas is a time filled with laughter, twinkling lights and joyful memories. But for some, the sea...
05/11/2025

For many families, Christmas is a time filled with laughter, twinkling lights and joyful memories. But for some, the season looks a little different. For three-year-old Abigail and her family, Christmas has always carried an extra layer of meaning, a reminder of just how precious life can be.

Abigail was born via an emergency caesarean after doctors noticed she had stopped growing. She spent her first three weeks in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), before making it home just in time for Christmas. Her parents, Adrienne and Aaron, hoped their hospital days were behind them. But just a few weeks later, everything changed.

Abigail became critically ill and was urgently transferred by the Newborn & paediatric Emergency Transport Service - NETS NSW to the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick. There, she was diagnosed with hypopituitarism – a rare, genetic, lifelong condition where the body doesn’t produce enough of the critical hormones needed for growth, metabolism and overall health.

Today, Abigail is thriving. Her journey has been shaped by expert care, groundbreaking research, and the strength and support of those around her.

This Christmas, your support can give children like Abigail across the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network the chance to grow up and spend future Christmases where they belong, surrounded by family, laughter and love.

Learn more about Abigail's story here: https://brnw.ch/21wXcXN

Our Christmas Appeal starts today! 🌟For many families, Christmas is a time to come together. But for hundreds of sick an...
04/11/2025

Our Christmas Appeal starts today! 🌟

For many families, Christmas is a time to come together. But for hundreds of sick and injured children, the holidays will be spent in hospital — away from the celebrations and comforts of home. That's why we need your help this festive season.

Your gift this Christmas can help fund essential care, groundbreaking research, and life-changing treatment across the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, giving families the most precious gift of all — more time together.

Donate today to change the future for sick kids this Christmas: https://brnw.ch/21wXaTo

We are proud to share that Professor Nadia Badawi AM has been named as a NSW nominee for the 2026 Australian of the Year...
03/11/2025

We are proud to share that Professor Nadia Badawi AM has been named as a NSW nominee for the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards.

A Neonatologist, Medical Director and Co-Head of The Grace Centre for Newborn Intensive Care (NICU) at The Children's Hospital at Westmead, and Chair of Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Nadia has dedicated her career to improving outcomes for vulnerable babies and their families — transforming newborn care in Australia and around the world.

This incredible recognition reflects not only Nadia’s leadership, but the strength of an entire community of researchers, clinicians, nurses, families, government partners, and our generous donor community — all united in the shared goal of giving every baby the best possible start to life.

Thanks to this collaboration, survival rates in The Grace Centre have risen to over 97%, while disability among babies leaving the unit has reduced by more than 40%. The Grace Centre is also implementing early detection and intervention to help support babies and their families.

These outcomes are among the best in the world — and behind each statistic are lives saved, futures changed, and families given hope.

We are honoured to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and extend our warmest congratulations to Professor Nadia Badawi, and invite you to watch the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards on 10 November from 6pm (AEDT) at https://brnw.ch/21wX96a.

We are thrilled to welcome Lara Hausegger as an official ambassador for Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation. As a ded...
31/10/2025

We are thrilled to welcome Lara Hausegger as an official ambassador for Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation.

As a dedicated defender for the Sydney Swans, Lara is known for her determination, teamwork and resilience on the field – qualities that extend well beyond the game. Off the field, she’s deeply committed to making a difference, especially when it comes to supporting kids and families facing serious illness.

Having experienced firsthand how a devastating diagnosis can affect an entire family, Lara understands that illness doesn't just impact the patient – it ripples through families, friends and communities.

Now, as an SCHF ambassador, Lara is stepping into her new role to raise awareness, advocate for SCHF, and help change the future for sick kids. Her genuine passion and commitment make her an invaluable addition to our mission.

Following her recent visit to the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, Lara shared: “It was a such an honour to meet families and see how philanthropy is changing the lives of sick kids. Knowing we can use our platform for good, inspire people to get involved with SCHF and make a difference in our community is an honour.’’

Read the full story and find out how you can support Lara in changing the future for sick kids here: https://brnw.ch/21wX55W

On World Stroke Day, we reflect on the strength and resilience of children like Jasmine, whose lives have been changed b...
29/10/2025

On World Stroke Day, we reflect on the strength and resilience of children like Jasmine, whose lives have been changed by stroke, and the incredible journeys of recovery that follow.

When Jasmine was six years old, she was transferred from her local hospital for critical care at the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick after her appendix burst and she developed sepsis. Not long after, she experienced two strokes that changed her life. An MRI revealed she had sustained an acquired brain injury, and Jasmine began months of rehabilitation under specialist care, where swimming became a key part of her therapy.

What began as hydrotherapy soon became her passion. Jasmine earned her para-swimming classification and today is one of Australia’s most accomplished para-athletes, winning a silver medal at the Tokyo Paralympics and her first international gold at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games.

Jasmine’s story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when world-class care meets the determination of a child.

Learn more about Jasmine's inspiring story here: https://brnw.ch/21wX13W

Sydney Swans AFLW players Lara Hausegger, Amelia Martin and Sarah Steele Park recently visited the Sydney Children's Hos...
29/10/2025

Sydney Swans AFLW players Lara Hausegger, Amelia Martin and Sarah Steele Park recently visited the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, to meet patients and families and bring cheer to the wards.

In between training sessions, the group took time to chat to kids, pose for photos and gift merchandise – creating special moments of joy and connection for children in a time when they need it most.

The players were deeply moved by the strength and resilience of the kids, taking inspiration from their courage with them onto the field.

A huge thank you to the team for joining us and helping to bring smiles to so many faces.

We’re proud to partner with The Kids' Cancer Project to bring a special pop-up exhibition to the Sydney Children's Hospi...
24/10/2025

We’re proud to partner with The Kids' Cancer Project to bring a special pop-up exhibition to the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick. The exhibition features framed prints of book covers created through the Write a Book in a Day program — stories imagined, written and illustrated by children.

Located in the atrium above the Plume Cafe, this free display is open to patients, families and staff passing through the hospital. It's a wonderful opportunity to experience the creativity and resilience of young storytellers who are helping to make a difference for children with cancer.

The Write a Book in a Day initiative not only raises vital funds for childhood cancer research but also gives young people the chance to come together, use their imagination, and create something truly meaningful.

The exhibition will be open until mid-November.

Thank you to The Kids' Cancer Project and their supporters for making this exhibition possible. Together, we are changing the future for sick kids.

Each year, Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation proudly recognises our incredible donors who have reached new mileston...
23/10/2025

Each year, Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation proudly recognises our incredible donors who have reached new milestones in their lifetime giving.

At our annual Donor Recognition Evening, we celebrate the generosity, compassion, and commitment of those whose support continues to shape a brighter and healthier future for sick kids.

The impact of their unwavering generosity is felt right across the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network — helping to fund world-class care, groundbreaking research, and life-changing services for children and families when and where they need it most.

Every child deserves access to the best possible healthcare, whenever and wherever they need it — and it's the support of our donor community that helps make this possible. Together, we are changing the future for sick kids.

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