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September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and to mark it, I'll be attempting to climb the height of Mount Everest

 

Omar de Silva, Chair of Little Big Steps

Top Donation
$1,250.00

Average Donation
$169.12

 
Hi, I’m Omar de Silva, Chair of Little Big Steps – and to mark Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, I’ve set myself a challenge that’s bigger than anything I’ve ever attempted.
On 2 October, I’ll be climbing the height of Mount Everest at Melbourne’s 1,000 Steps.
That means nearly 9,000 metres of elevation and more than 15 hours of climbing in a single day. It will test my endurance, my grit, and my determination – but that’s exactly the point.
Why? Because every day, kids with cancer face a challenge far greater than mine.
Through Little Big Steps, we bring exercise medicine programs into children’s hospitals across Australia – helping kids stay strong, recover faster, and hold on to their childhood during treatment.
This is deeply important to me because I’ve seen first-hand how much difference these programs make: the smile when a child takes steps again, the relief on a parent’s face when they see progress, and the confidence kids gain from moving their bodies. Exercise doesn’t just heal muscles; it builds hope.
 

Our Goal:

  • We’re aiming to raise $88,000 – a nice tie in to Mt Everest.
  • How your donation will be used:
  • Funding specialist physiotherapists in hospitals across Australia.
  • Providing exercise equipment for children in treatment.
  • Expanding programs so that every child with cancer has access
 

Take on Your Own 1,000 Steps Challenge

Start Your Fundraiser

You don’t have to climb Mt Everest to make a big impact.

Join us by creating your very own 1,000 Steps Challenge fundraiser. Whether you walk the famous 1,000 Steps in Melbourne, find a local trail, or simply tackle the stairs at home — every step you take raises vital funds to keep kids with cancer moving.

How to get involved:

  • Walk 1,000 Steps before 20 October 2025
  • Start a team – rally colleagues, friends, or family to join you
  • Fundraise your way – set a goal, share your story, and inspire donations

Together, your steps help fund physiotherapists, exercise equipment, and hospital programs that give children with cancer the strength to keep going. Click here.

Top Donors

  • Peter
    $1,250.00
  • Stuart
    $1,000.00
  • Anonymous
    $1,000.00
  • Liam
    $800.00
  • Anonymous
    $550.00

Helping kids with cancer to get moving

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