Charlie's Rainbow - funding Paediatric AML Research

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Charlie's Rainbow - funding Paediatric AML Research 🌈 is a fundraising initiative where 100% of donations fund AML Leukaemia Research at UniSA

Not something I expected yesterday... finding out I was mentioned in two publications on the same day! One was a mention...
09/10/2026

Not something I expected yesterday... finding out I was mentioned in two publications on the same day!

One was a mention of Charlie’s Rainbow in an article about Isaac, whose mum I met the day before 😍

The other was from the annual Childhood Cancer Gala with my friend and fellow bereaved mum Laura🎗️

A reminder that every conversation, every fundraiser, every story shared helps keep childhood cancer in the spotlight.

These children deserve so much more, and I will never stop advocating and fighting for them 💛

WOW! WHAT A DAY 🎗️A few months ago, Charlie’s Rainbow received a generous donation.When I reached out to say thank you, ...
08/10/2026

WOW! WHAT A DAY 🎗️

A few months ago, Charlie’s Rainbow received a generous donation.

When I reached out to say thank you, I learned they were supporting their son’s best friend, Isaac, who was in Sydney undergoing treatment for AML. We spoke about the research, and I offered a tour of the lab whenever the time felt right.

Then on Father’s Day, I received a message from Isaac’s mum. Isaac had passed away. My heart sank as I realised this was the same boy we’d been thinking about and hoping would make it home.

As an AML bereaved mum, there are conversations no parent should ever have to have. We spoke about honouring Isaac through donations, and I reminded her that the invitation to visit the lab would always be there.
Today was that day.

Isaac’s family and support crew joined us in the lab, where our incredible research team welcomed them, shared their work, answered questions, and showed firsthand what your support makes possible.

Hearing stories about Isaac was such a gift. A larger-than-life teenager with a wicked sense of humour who loved playing pranks on the nurses. The more I heard, the more I smiled. I couldn’t help but think that if Isaac and Charlie had met, they would have kept everyone on their toes.

Today was a reminder of why Charlie’s Rainbow exists. It brought together another family, loyal friends, and passionate researchers, all united by the determination to change the future for children diagnosed with AML.
Here is Isaac’s support team checking out the cells in the lab today.

For Charlie. For Isaac. For every child and family facing AML 💙🌈

If you’d like to help us continue funding lifesaving paediatric AML research, please consider donating via the link in our bio. Every dollar brings us closer to better treatments, kinder treatments, and more children making it home 💙

💛September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month💛Charlie’s cancer journey began at just 12 months old with a lesion on his...
05/09/2026

💛September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month💛

Charlie’s cancer journey began at just 12 months old with a lesion on his eye. By 18 months, we heard the words no parent should ever have to hear: your child has leukaemia.

What followed was more than cancer!!!
Chemotherapy. Sepsis. Mucositis. Blood transfusions. Countless procedures. Remission. Relapse. A bone marrow transplant. More infections. More complications. More suffering than any child should ever endure 😢

Yet through it all, Charlie remained our cheeky little boy who loved dinosaurs, Lego, cake, and his big brother with his whole heart.

Childhood cancer doesn’t just take lives. It steals childhoods.

This September, we honour Charlie and all the children affected by AML. We honour their courage, their families, and the memories they leave behind.

Most importantly, we honour them by fighting for a better future!

A future with more effective treatments. Less toxic therapies. More survivors.

If you’d like to make a difference, our Charlie’s Rainbow -AML chuffed donations page is always open 🌈

100% of donations go directly to childhood Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) research here in South Australia, supporting our handpicked team of researchers working to improve outcomes for children facing this devastating disease.

To every family whose life has been touched by AML, whether you’re navigating a new diagnosis, in treatment, celebrating remission, grieving the loss of a child, or carrying a child in your heart years later, please know you’re not alone.

We are thinking of you this September and always. My inbox is always open, and I’m here to support anyone at any stage of this battle.

Charlie’s Mumma Kel 💛🌈

🔗 Donate via the link in our bio.

Just opened Adelaide University’s Giving with purpose magazine and found this 💞I thought this article was for an email, ...
26/05/2026

Just opened Adelaide University’s Giving with purpose magazine and found this 💞

I thought this article was for an email, how incredible to be included in this publication 🙏

Thank you for including us 🌈

05/05/2026

Wow!!! Our Charlie in London heading down the streets for the London marathon with our dear friend Nat caped up and advocating for neuroblastoma but also adding some other cancer kids to her cape and cards. What a magical moment 💞💞💞

Nat sent me this video along with “Your Charlie in the streets of London 💕”

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London Marathon run the Natalie Way
🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸
It was my slowest but the most fun you could have with your sneakers on
The crowd was phenomenal
I ran the first half but was totally overwhelmed at the tower bridge which was halfway
I really wanted to enjoy it and when I slowed down the crowd could read the children’s names
“Go Kira”
“go Jazmyn”

I got to enjoy an ice cream for Bryson

a b**r for Jai

Carry Kira across the tower bridge

And cross the finish line with Natalie

dance to the drag queen show in streets lined with rainbows- Jaz would have loved it 🌈

… and give out thousands of Hi5s

My cape flew for the whole 42km and I held the children’s photos up high

🎨Did you know the artwork on our walls is for sale? The beautiful prints you see displayed around Redefine Fitness have ...
23/04/2026

🎨Did you know the artwork on our walls is for sale?

The beautiful prints you see displayed around Redefine Fitness have been generously donated by Farquar Art and are now available as Buy It Now pieces.

We’ve chosen to make all artworks available this way so more people can take part.

While the prints are valued well above their listed price, 100% of proceeds go directly to Charlie's Rainbow, supporting vital Paediatric Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) research right here in South Australia at Adelaide University's Acute Leukaemia Laboratory, led by Professor Richard D’Andrea.

This isn’t about the value of the artwork, it’s about the impact every dollar can make.

Every purchase helps move research forward, bringing us closer to better treatments and brighter outcomes for children battling AML.

Our son Charlie was just 17 months old when he was diagnosed with AML and, heartbreakingly, passed away at the age of three. In his memory, Charlie’s Rainbow was established, partnering with the University to fund critical paediatric cancer research and create hope for other families facing this journey.

By purchasing a piece, you’re not just taking home art, you’re helping fund research, support families, and honour Charlie’s legacy💞

Thank you for your generosity and support.
To learn more about Charlie’s Rainbow and the incredible work they do, visit Charlie's Rainbow tagged in post.

To purchase any of our artwork please scan the QR code on the artwork in the gym or follow the link below.
https://airauctioneer.com/charlies-rainbow-live-art-auction

Wishing my incredible friend Nat all the very best as she takes on the London Marathon 💪🏽🏃‍♀️
Running for Neuroblastoma...
14/04/2026

Wishing my incredible friend Nat all the very best as she takes on the London Marathon 💪🏽🏃‍♀️

Running for Neuroblastoma kids, and also for our beautiful Charlie 🤍

When Nat arrived at the airport and saw this on her seat, a rainbow 🌈 there was no mistaking it.

A little sign from Charlie, letting her know he’s right there with her.

Charlie will be on Nat’s cape in London, she’ll be wearing her Charlie’s Rainbow wristband, and carrying his photo every step of the way, along with all those other names and photo’s. What a woman!!!

So much love, strength and meaning behind every kilometre.

Run strong, Nat, Charlie’s got you 🌈💕

01/04/2026

We did it 🎉

Check out a few of our participants movements 💞

Way to go 🌈

Well, I think Charlie definitely approves of the incredible effort everyone put into the fundraiser — he even gave me a ...
01/04/2026

Well, I think Charlie definitely approves of the incredible effort everyone put into the fundraiser — he even gave me a rainbow on the way home from school drop‑off 🌈

Charlie’s Rainbow has raised an amazing $8,992 so far this year 🎉🎉🎉

Thank you so, so much. We truly couldn’t have done this without every one of you and our incredible supporters.

Just a reminder that the Chuffed page stays open all year round, so if you wanted to donate but weren’t able to during the fundraiser, there’s no cut‑off date.

Keep that movement going 💪🏼

💞Charlie’s Mumma Kel

30/03/2026

🌈 Day 30 — Move for Change Fundraiser

For the past 30 days, our community has been moving their bodies every single day to help change the story for children fighting leukaemia. Every step, workout and challenge supports the incredible research team at The University of Adelaide.

I wanted to share something really special. Bhumika, along with a few members of the research team, joined the Move for Change challenge with us. I feel so grateful to have built this connection over the years and to have them moving alongside us.

In this video, Bhumika shares the important work the team is doing. It’s a privilege to know exactly where our fundraising goes and to be able to share the parent perspective, the real‑life challenges, symptoms and side effects our children experience. These insights truly help guide their research.

Together, we’ve raised $7,600 so far!
�Thank you to everyone who has supported, donated, moved, and believed in this cause.
�Every single bit makes a difference.

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