RCH Foundation

The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) Foundation Board announced today that, after an extensive executive search, Ryan Brown has been appointed as the next Chief Executive Officer. Read the full statement here rchfoundation.org.au/2024/01/the-rc…

A huge well done to our supporters, the Live Life Foundation, for raising an incredible $180,000 at their inaugural Noosa to Byron bike ride earlier this year. These funds will make a remarkable difference within the @RCHMelbourne's Neurology Department.

Meet Greg and Brett. The father and son duo are 'cycling for a cure', and more than halfway through a 4,000km bike ride from Melbourne to Darwin, with the aim of raising $10,000. If you're interested in supporting them and tracking their journey, head to: mycause.com.au/p/317221/cycli…

We're thrilled this year's Officeworks Make A Difference Appeal raised $89,866.76 for the RCH Foundation! Funds donated will go towards the Education Institute and the Wadja Aboriginal Family Place at the hospital. Thanks everyone who donated! #MakeADifference2023 #Officeworks

We are holding a special Meet the Academy on July 10th with Sue Hunt, CEO of @RCH_Foundation. This series invites leaders to share their personal and professional journeys, as well as insights into what and who inspired their lives and careers. Register: paedacademy.medicine.unimelb.edu.au/networks/event…

Meet Malu. When Malu was admitted to the @RCHMelbourne, his parents were introduced to the Wadja Aboriginal Family Place. This service provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and families with culturally appropriate support. Read more: rchfoundation.org.au/2023/07/meet-m…

Thanks to the generous support of the @GoodFriAppeal and the RCH1000, the @RCHMelbourne is undertaking an innovative suite of research projects into one of the biggest health problems facing children and young people today - mental health. Learn more: rchfoundation.org.au/2023/03/melbou…

Learn more about Archer's story: bit.ly/MeetArcher

In 2021, Archer was diagnosed with Alport syndrome. Despite the shock diagnosis, it enabled early intervention in the management of his condition. This means he has a better quality of life - something more children will have, thanks to the Centre for Health Analytics.

We can't believe it has already been a week since the 2023 Dame Elisabeth Murdoch Nursing Development Scholarship Luncheon! We had such a fantastic day raising vital funds in support of nursing development at the @RCHMelbourne.

👀 #FAQFriday - DYK GenV includes people from all backgrounds? 5,400+ parents who prefer to speak a language besides English at home are already part of GenV. Involving people from different backgrounds will make better health & wellbeing outcomes for all. genv.org.au/for-parents/wh…

Last winter, Shaun and Georgie's worst nightmare came true. Both their children were admitted to the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at the RCH with RSV. Read their full story: bit.ly/3Ci9DTt Learn more on RSV: bit.ly/45NWfUB #RSVAwarenessWeek

Have you ever wondered what it's like to start your career at the RCH? Our latest Champions for Children, Dan and Sammy, joined the RCH as Graduate Nurses through the RCH’s Graduate Nurse Program. You can read more about their journeys on our website: bit.ly/3Nf8gLC

Today is the launch of the @Officeworks #MakeADifferenceAppeal. We’re so proud to be one of 15 organisations nationwide that will be supported in this year’s campaign. Learn more or donate: officeworks.com.au/campaigns/make… @RCHMelbourne

Meet Kelly Light, the 2023 recipient of the Dame Elisabeth Murdoch Nursing Development Scholarship. You can hear more from Kelly at this year's Dame Elisabeth Murdoch Nursing Development Scholarship Luncheon. Click here to purchase a ticket: eventbrite.com.au/e/dame-elisabe…

The latest #rchpoll found that more than half of Australian children (57%) are likely to have the flu vaccine in 2023, with uptake highest in children under five years old. Find out more: rchpoll.org.au/polls/flu-vacc…

Meet three of our wonderful Auxiliary members; Alexa, Wendy and Patricia. In celebration of #NationalVolunteerWeek, we asked them to describe being an Auxiliary member in three words. Here is what they said ❤️

We're celebrating #NationalVolunteerWeek! Thank you the RCH Auxiliaries for your commitment, passion and unwavering dedication to the @rchmelbourne. We couldn't do it without you.

Happy International Nurses Day! ❤️

On International Nurses Day the Royal Children’s Hospital is celebrating its major human resource asset! On display in Main Street are the nurses bed making and sheet placing skills - an alternative to a wood-chopping competition for sure!