The Zero Club is a passionate and determined group of regular givers with a vision of zero deaths from breast cancer. People like you giving anything they can to prove we can beat breast cancer when we work together.
Every day, ten women are diagnosed with breast cancer in New Zealand. That’s 3,700 women every year. And every year more than 650 women die of breast cancer. It’s the number one cause of death in women under 65.
With your help, we are working towards zero deaths from breast cancer, so that people like Paul Leslie and his family, who lost their beloved wife and mother, Miffy, to breast cancer, don’t have to suffer the same pain and grief.
Like us, Paul believes in a future where people no longer die from breast cancer.
“Miffy never lost hope that there was something that would save her. It wasn’t to be - not for us. But I believe that one day there will be zero deaths from breast cancer”.
Why your monthly giving is so powerful
With the Zero Club monthly giving programme, you’re taking action in the fight towards zero deaths from breast cancer and making a difference – every single month.
Your monthly donation is powerful because it provides sustainable income which allows us to plan for the future. Your regular gift will help ensure more New Zealanders are diagnosed earlier, treated quickly and effectively, and empowered to live and live well. by investing in 4 key areas:
- 1 EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
- 2 SUPPORT
- 3 RESEARCH
- 4 ADVOCACY
Education to promote the importance of early detection
Detecting breast cancer early gives you the best chances for survival. This is the life-saving message your support enables us to spread through our education and health promotion work.
- Pink Campervans travel the length and breadth of the country with our dedicated breast nurse educators offering guidance, reassurance and expert advice.
- Nationwide campaign reaching millions of people across Aotearoa: encouraging wāhine to regularly look at and touch their breasts, recognise what’s normal for their bodies, spot changes early and see a GP if something doesn’t feel right (you can find out more here).
Support for patients going through treatment and beyond
New Zealanders with breast cancer can receive expert advice and free practical services from our team of breast cancer nurse specialists.
- Through our Nurse Advice Line, thousands of women received trusted information, reassurance, and support; from the moment they noticed a worrying change, to navigating life during treatment and beyond.
- Because of you, trusted information is reaching thousands of New Zealanders when they need it most. Over the past year, more than 10,000 people watched our expert-led patient webinars—an incredible milestone made possible by your support.
Research and innovation projects to make advances in early diganosis and optimal treatment
By joining the Zero Club you are helping to pioneer groundbreaking developments in the knowledge, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer in Aotearoa.
- Te Rēhita Mate Ūtaetae - Breast Cancer Foundation National Register is a rich database of health information from more than 55,000 people who’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer in NZ since 2000. By collecting comprehensive data on all aspects of breast cancer diagnoses, treatment and outcomes, Te Rēhita provides doctors and scientists the information they need to ensure better, faster and fairer outcomes for New Zealanders with breast cancer.
- You’re helping shape the future of care for people living with advanced breast cancer. Last year, Breast Cancer Foundation NZ brought together a panel of expert clinicians and patient advocates to review and vote on New Zealand guidelines for advanced breast cancer.
Advocacy to improve access to screening and treatment
Together, we have a powerful voice in advocating for changes so New Zealanders with breast cancer can have better access to timely diagnosis and treatment.
- In the past year, New Zealanders with advanced breast cancer were able to access two new funded treatments, Keytruda for advanced triple negative breast cancer and Enhertu for New Zealanders with HER2-positive advanced breast cancer.
- No one facing breast cancer should be denied timely access to treatment due to equipment shortages. So, last year, when surgeons in Christchurch alerted us to delays faced by women accessing radiation therapy after surgery, we stepped in to support a business case to improve staffing and access to equipment needed to deliver treatment.
Frequently
asked questions
How do I know my donations are making a difference?
You’ll receive regular updates and stories so you can see the life-changing difference you’re making for people affected by breast cancer.
Can I change how I give to the Zero Club?
Yes, we understand your circumstances can change and are happy with what’s best for you. You can contact us at any time on 0800 902 732 to change the amount of your donation or pause your giving. We have flexible options to help you continue your support in the way that suits you.
Where does my money go?
Your generous donation goes towards programmes in research, education, patient support and advocacy.
How can I get in touch?
You can call us on 0800 902 732 or email us at supportercare@bcf.org.nz
I have received a phone call from Breast Cancer Foundation NZ asking me to become a member of the Zero Club with a monthly donation. Is this phone call legitimate?
Yes we are using an agency called Cornucopia PO to make phone calls to people like you have expressed interest in work to end deaths from breast cancer. If you have any concerns about a call you have received please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us by calling us on 0800 902 732 or email us at supportercare@bcf.org.nz
