
Survive the crisis
Equip young people with immediate psychosocial, peer and financial support so they can successfully navigate the hardest moments of cancer.
With the right support at the right time, young people impacted by cancer can move through crisis and recovery, and where needed, profound loss with compassion, care and dignity.
Canteen’s Case for Support outlines a clear plan and the life changing investment opportunities that strengthen outcomes for young people impacted by cancer, now and into the future.
Our vision is a future where every young person has free access to comprehensive care and specialised support, safeguarding them from lifelong disadvantage.

Equip young people with immediate psychosocial, peer and financial support so they can successfully navigate the hardest moments of cancer.

Help young people regain confidence and direction through education, career and long- term wellbeing pathways that open the door to tomorrow.

Drive evidence-based research, advocacy and youth leadership that transforms systems and improves outcomes and care standards for generations to come.

Pilot and scale new models of care, connection and research to reach more young people with greater impact, with a focus on innovation, survivorship research and improved equity and access.
Canteen’s support is shaped by young people and grounded in evidence and accountability.
say Canteen gave them the cancer support they needed.
feel less isolated after accessing Canteen services.
said they could cope better with cancer’s impact.
felt Canteen support improved their mental health.
Once you complete the form below you will be able to download the Case for Support PDF and explore how your investment can turn your vision into action.