Fred Pham 500 launch new initiative supporting cancer research Posted on November 15, 2010February 25, 2018 by Carly du Toit Fred Pham 500 supporters are showing no sign of slowing down since the group’s inception in September 2010, recently rolling out their latest initiative Schools Against Cancer. Both on and off the running track, the Fred Pham 500 team is continuing the legacy of the inspirational Fred Pham, who recently lost his battle with cancer, and helping the Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF) raise much needed funds for cancer research. Schools Against Cancer is an initiative inspired by the legacy of the late Fred Pham and his fight to raise $100,000 for the ACRF. Organisers are urging education providers across Australia to enrol their schools and hold an event to increase awareness and raise funds for cancer treatments and cures. Thanks to dedicated staff, teachers, and students, numerous events are already being held across Australia for the Schools Against Cancer initiative. ACRF especially thanks Fairfield High School, Sydney Boys High School, and Cabramatta High School for their fantastic achievements with their recent events: Continue reading “Fred Pham 500 launch new initiative supporting cancer research”
Fred Pham 500 off to a great start Posted on September 24, 2010February 25, 2018 by Carly du Toit Wow, you have to admire the stamina of Fred Pham supporter Kimberley Ung who was one of the first of the Australian Cancer Research Foundation’s supporters across the finish line in the recent Blackmores Sydney Running Festival nine-kilometer Marathon presented by the Sunday Telegraph. “Yes, my legs were sore the next day” said the bubbly 19 year old recently after the race on September 19. Kimberley said she took 55 minutes to complete the nine-kilometer course. “A group of about 15 of us Fred Pham 500 supporters took part. Actually Fred was even there and did the course pushed around in his wheelchair. He was accompanied by his three beautiful daughters.” Kimberley was one of the four former students of teacher Fred Pham, who have instigated the recent campaign to raise $100,000 for their “inspirational friend.” Continue reading “Fred Pham 500 off to a great start”
The race that never ends Posted on August 31, 2010February 25, 2018 by Carly du Toit When we first met Fred Pham, we knew he was a winner. Having already raised more than $30,000 for cancer research as part of the Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF) “Dream Team” and taking out first place in the City2Surf individual fundraising competition, Fred is as determined as ever to fulfill the dream of a world free of cancer for future generations. His supporters are now getting ready for the next big adventure in their massive fundraising campaign – the amazing FRED PHAM 500. Read more about the Fred Pham 500 (Media Release). Read more about Fred’s and his amazing journey – Cancer Research: Fred Pham a City2Surf winner Continue reading “The race that never ends”
