What do the families we support truly long for?
Time.
Time to be together, away from hospital walls.
Time to reconnect.
Time to simply be a family.
Most importantly, time to create memories that will stay with them forever.
At Mates on a Mission, that is exactly why we exist.
Through our MOAM Moments and family experiences programs, we create escapes from the everyday that become memories for a lifetime. Whether it’s a local adventure, a weekend away or an interstate experience, every moment is thoughtfully tailored to the child’s medical needs, interests and wishes.
Because no two families are alike and because every moment matters.
Families are referred to us by social workers within the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network, oncology teams and through our wider community of mates. Every application is carefully reviewed by our Board with compassion, empathy and one simple question at its heart:
How can we create something truly meaningful for this family?
We walk alongside the families we support, listening, understanding and helping create moments of joy, connection and hope in the middle of incredibly difficult circumstances.
Because while we cannot change a diagnosis, we can help create memories that last forever.
As our community has grown, so too has our vision.
We know that not every family can travel far. For many, treatment schedules and medical needs mean staying close to hospitals and support networks.
That’s why our long-term vision is to purchase the MOAM Retreat – a peaceful sanctuary within a few hours of Sydney where families can rest, reconnect and create precious memories together.
A place where children can simply be children.
A place to laugh, play, explore and dream.
A place to sit beneath the stars, share stories and enjoy the gift of uninterrupted time together.
A place where, even for a little while, the weight families are carrying feels just a little lighter.
Today, we’re inviting our community to join the March to 1,000 Mates.
Our goal is simple but powerful – to build a community of 1,000 people giving just $1 a day.
Those 1,000 Mates won’t just help us create more unforgettable experiences for children living with life-threatening illnesses and their families.
They’ll help purchase the future MOAM Retreat and ensure thousands more families can create precious memories for generations to come.
Because when 1,000 people come together, extraordinary things become possible.
Because when time is uncertain, memories matter most.
Join the March to 1,000 Mates and help us create moments that matter for the families who need them most.
Whether it’s a one-off donation or ongoing support through our Be a Mate Program, we are incredibly grateful for every contribution. Every dollar helps create precious memories for children and families facing life-threatening illness, and brings us one step closer to making the MOAM Retreat a reality.
Together, through the generosity of our community and our March to 1,000 Mates, we’re creating moments that matter most for families when they need them most.
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Mates on a Mission is a registered Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), meaning all donations of $2 or more are 100% tax deductible in Australia.