Everyone loves a barbie, and now there’s a way to support a worthy cause at the same time.
Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation has launched a new workplace fundraising initiative called BBQ for Boobs.
The foundation, which supports Hunter people living with the disease, is asking businesses to host a barbecue to raise much-needed funds for its support programs.
Staff and colleagues are encouraged to donate the amount they would normally spend on lunch, to the foundation.
Participating businesses receive a ‘Super Booby BBQ Kit’, packed with all the essentials to host a barbecue, including a pink apron, chef’s hat, pink balloons, serviettes, a tea towel and a fundraising tin.
All they need to supply is the barbecue, snags, sauce and bread.
There’s even a chance to win a new barbecue for the workplace when photos are shared on social media.
Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation president Lisa Bartley said community-led fundraisers were the lifeblood of the foundation.
“Our approach to supporting people with breast cancer is a very personal, community-oriented approach,” she said. “And what is more community-oriented than a shared BBQ?”
Each year, about 600 people are diagnosed with breast cancer in the Hunter Region.
The foundation aims to make their journey as comfortable as possible, from diagnosis onwards.
Some of its support initiatives include lawnmowing, cleaning and shopping services as well as wig hire and children’s scholarships.
Go to hbcf.org.au/bbq-for-boobs for more information.
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