A child’s cancer diagnosis affects the entire family, bringing emotional, physical, and practical challenges that extend beyond hospital treatment. Providing meaningful support, connection, and moments of joy can help children and families navigate their journey with greater strength and hope.

Challenge is dedicated to supporting children and families impacted by cancer by providing practical, emotional, and recreational support services. From hospital-based assistance and parent support programs to camps, holidays, and wellbeing activities, Challenge helps create positive experiences and lasting memories for children with cancer, their siblings, and their families. To continue delivering these vital programs, Challenge is hosting its signature fundraising celebration.

The Challenge Ball 2026 will take place on Saturday, 3 October 2026, bringing together friends, families, and supporters for an unforgettable evening celebrating resilience, courage, and hope. For more than 30 years, the Challenge Ball has been a cherished event within the community, honoring the stories of children and families affected by cancer.

Hosted by television personality and Challenge Chairman Tom Gleisner, the gala dinner will feature an elegant evening of entertainment, celebration, and connection. Guests will come together to recognize the strength of families who have experienced childhood cancer while helping raise essential funds for Challenge’s support programs. Funds raised from the event will help provide services that bring comfort and joy during difficult times, including camps, family experiences, massages, holidays, and support programs designed for children, siblings, and parents both in and out of hospital.

Reserve your place here to support children with cancer and help provide hope, connection, and unforgettable moments for families facing their toughest challenges.

Challenge Ball
3 OCT 2026
For over 30 years, the Challenge Ball has united friends, families, and supporters in our community to celebrate life and its many stories of resilience and hope.

This year, join us for an unforgettable evening filled with elegance and charm. Enjoy a night of endless entertainment as we honour those who have lived or are living with a child with cancer. Hosted by TV personality and Challenge Chairman, Tom Gleisner, the gala dinner is loved by everyone in the Challenge community.

The funds raised are vital to delivering essential support to children and their families living with cancer. From the little moments that brighten a day to surf camps, holidays, massages and parent support, Challenge services support the child, their siblings, and parents, both in and out of the hospital.