Country Hope Dubbo

17/06/2026

We are so thrilled to have been shortlisted to be in the running for $20,000 - please click the link and vote for us at Country Hope 🙏

https://bit.ly/3Eno1OI

Please share far & wide - the most votes wins 🎉

We're proud to support our communities with three $20,000 major grants through our Community Grants Program. 💚
Now it's over to you. Read about each shortlisted organisation and cast your vote to help us direct funding where it's needed most.
Every vote counts 👉 https://bit.ly/3Eno1OI

17/06/2026

A huge thank you to the members of Inner Wheel club of Dubbo, who generously donated $2,500 to Country Hope at their Changeover Dinner last night.

The donation was presented by President Ruth, with our Dubbo Family Liaison Officer Donna, sharing an update on how Country Hope continues to support local families facing childhood cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

Community support like this helps us give relief when it matters most. 💙

12/06/2026

Did you know we are currently supporting 28 children across the Dubbo region who are battling childhood cancer or other life-threatening illnesses?

From Dubbo to Forbes, Parkes, Mudgee, Wellington, Geurie, Gulgong, Coonamble, Gulargambone and beyond, we’re here to support local families when they need us most.

But many people across our region still don’t know who we are or the help that’s available.

We’re just 21 followers away from reaching 2,000 followers and we’re asking for your help.

By following, liking, commenting and sharing our posts, you’re helping more families discover Country Hope and the support that could make all the difference during their journey.

Country Hope. Giving relief when it matters most. 💚

12/06/2026

Last year’s Country Hope Camp at Howmans Gap Alpine Discovery Camp gave us moments that still stick with us - especially watching kids step far outside their comfort zones.

Here you can see courage in real time: small teams learning to trust each other, encouraging every shaky step, and celebrating every climb a little higher than the last. It’s not just about getting to the top - it’s about getting there together.

There’s hesitation, laughter, deep breaths… and then those incredible bursts of confidence when a child realises, “I can actually do this.”

This is what Country Hope Camp is all about: creating space for connection, resilience, and experiences that help young people grow in ways that last long after they head home.

12/06/2026

🤝 End of Financial Year Giving 🤝

When a child here in the NSW Central West and Western Plains is diagnosed with cancer or another life-threatening illness, life changes in an instant.

For many families, the road ahead is filled with uncertainty, long hospital stays in Sydney, time away from work, and the emotional toll of navigating the unimaginable.

Country Hope is here to give relief when it matters most.

As a community-funded organisation, we receive no government funding. Every service we provide is made possible by the generosity of local people, businesses and community groups supporting local families through some of the toughest days of their lives.

As Country Hope mum Kristy shared:

“Country Hope has given us practical financial support, but more importantly it has given our family a loving community of people with shared experience and understanding.”

That sense of community is something your donation helps create.

As 30 June approaches, we invite you to make a tax-deductible donation and help ensure no family faces this journey alone. https://www.countryhope.com.au/donation-online

Together, we’re giving relief when it matters most.

11/06/2026

❤️ Remembering Tania ❤️

We are grateful to receive a donation of $1,500 from David Jackson in memory of his beloved wife, Tania.

Tania was a dedicated Country Hope volunteer in Albury and a respected nurse at Wodonga Hospital. Following her passing in February 2026, a clothing sale was held in Dubbo, where Tania had previously lived. In keeping with her wishes, a portion of the proceeds from her deceased estate was donated to Country Hope.

This generous gift is a beautiful reflection of Tania’s caring spirit and her commitment to supporting children and families facing serious illness.

Thank you, David, for honouring Tania’s legacy in such a meaningful way. Through this donation, Tania’s kindness and compassion will continue to make a difference in the lives of others.

10/06/2026

When 15-year-old Forbes teen Maddie was diagnosed with a rare liver tumour known as Hepatocellular Neoplasm in March 2025, life changed in an instant.

Just four days after receiving the devastating diagnosis, Maddie was airlifted to Sydney by air ambulance and admitted to The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, where she immediately began intensive chemotherapy.

For Maddie and her family, the months that followed would test them in ways they could never have imagined.

While her dad remained at home caring for their three other children, Maddie and her mum relocated to Ronald McDonald House Greater Western Sydney, which became their home for the next nine months. Their days revolved around treatment schedules, hospital appointments and the relentless cycle of recovery that follows intensive chemotherapy.

Despite the physical and emotional challenges, Maddie approached every day with remarkable courage.

Now, 13 months into her journey, she continues to demonstrate incredible determination and gentle strength. Through countless hospital visits, treatment setbacks and long periods away from home, Maddie has remained positive, resilient, and known for greeting those around her with a warm smile.

Following intensive treatment, Maddie underwent a life-saving liver transplant in September 2025. Just three weeks later, she resumed chemotherapy, continuing a demanding treatment schedule of five consecutive days every 28 days.

Throughout this journey, Country Hope has been proud to stand beside Maddie and her family, helping ease some of the practical and financial pressures that come with a serious childhood illness.

Support from community fundraising and events like the Riverina Outback Rally and Dubbo’s Santa Pub Crawl plays a vital role in making this possible.

As of June 2026, Country Hope is supporting 138 children and their families across regional communities.

While her journey is not yet over, Maddie’s courage continues to inspire everyone around her. Her resilience, positivity and unwavering spirit are a powerful reminder of the strength shown by so many regional children and families facing the unimaginable.

10/06/2026

Please join us in welcoming Amy to the Country Hope team as our new Business Support Officer.

Amy lives with her husband and their two little girls, with family at the heart of everything she does. Described by her loved ones as caring, reliable and organised, Amy brings a strong sense of compassion and dedication to her role.

She shares that she feels incredibly grateful to be joining the Country Hope team and is looking forward to contributing to the wonderful work we do, while connecting with the families, volunteers and supporters who make such a positive difference in our communities.

Her personal motto, “It costs nothing to be kind,” reflects the values she brings to both her work and everyday life.

Welcome to Country Hope, Amy. We’re delighted to have you on board. 💙

09/06/2026

💙 Smiles like this make our day! ✈️

Little Leo was all smiles on the weekend as he headed to Sydney for some follow-up tests.

We love seeing these special moments and feel privileged when families share them with us. Being invited into a family’s journey is something we never take for granted.

Thank you for letting us be part of yours, Leo.

We’re thinking of you and your family and hope your appointments go well. 💙

08/06/2026

💛 The Road That Keeps Giving Back 💛

Recently, Country Hope’s Monique Taylor and Yvette Pastro, alongside Board Member Morris Massarotto, had the opportunity to sit down with Riverina Outback Rally co-founder Tammy Gilbert.

It was a wonderful chance to hear how an idea sparked by her husband Gavin Gilbert in Darlington Point, has grown into one of Country Hope’s most successful fundraising events, changing the lives of hundreds of regional families along the way.

Over the past decade, the Riverina Outback Rally and its incredible participants have raised more than $4.5 million to support children diagnosed with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

The impact of this generosity cannot be overstated. Behind every dollar raised is a family who has received practical and emotional support during one of the toughest times of their lives.

As we look ahead, there is plenty to be excited about, and we’re grateful to continue working alongside Tammy, Gavin and the Rally community as the next chapter unfolds.

🚗 Expressions of Interest for the 2027 Riverina Outback Rally are now open.

The Rally will travel from Goolgowi to Moama from 8–12 March 2027, bringing together adventure, friendship and fundraising to help Country Hope continue giving relief when it matters most.

Will you be part of the journey?

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