The Mother’s Day Classic is an annual fun run and walk raising funds and awareness for breast & ovarian cancer research. Our aim is to deliver a fun, healthy and inspirational community event that brings the community together on Mother’s Day to support and remember those touched by breast and ovarian cancer. Since its inception in 1998, more than 1.5 million participants have raised $41.45 million for breast cancer research. The event is now one of Australia's largest national charity events and has become an integral part of Mother's Day for thousands of Australians. The event was established in 1998 by Women in Super, a national network of women who work in the superannuation and finance industries. Women in Super’s support of the nationwide event is demonstrated through a strong employee and volunteer engagement program facilitated throughout their networks. Proceeds of the event go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s and Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation's research programs into detection, treatment and care. The majority of people who organise the MDC each year are volunteers. You too can get involved by registering to walk, run or volunteer in all capital cities and various regional centres across Australia. OUR MISSION - to deliver an inspirational community event that celebrates those touched by breast or ovarian cancer and raises awareness and funds for cancer research. OUR GOALS • Raise funds for breast and ovarian cancer research • To increase awareness of breast and ovarian cancer within the community • To celebrate the lives of people who have been touched by breast or ovarian cancer • Create a fun, healthy and inspiring event that the community can enjoy together on Mother’s Day
External link for Mother's Day Classic Foundation
Level 23
150 Lonsdale St
Melbourne, Victoria 3000, AU
👏🥳 Thank YOU to our community! Last night we gathered to celebrate our annual Celebration Function where we announced our incredible donation of $3.3 million to fund breast and ovarian cancer research! What an amazing year! National Breast Cancer Foundation Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) Zara Lawless Cleola Anderiesz Robin Penty Leeanne Turner Melanie Warman
"I've been a participant in the MDC since primary school. I decided to run in 2024 and raise funds for breast cancer research after a woman very close to me was diagnosed in 2019. She is an amazing woman who fought so hard to beat the beast, and she did! I watched and experienced the effect a cancer diagnosis had on those close to her, and I saw her trying to be strong for everyone around her. The MDC is an amazing event I'll always be a part of. I'm so happy to see they have included ovarian cancer research as well, a cancer that needs so much more research and funding. I hope I can inspire more young people to learn about breast and ovarian cancers and join in raising awareness and funds!" - Ashleigh, MDC Community Ambassador 💗
🎉 SNEAK PEEK ALERT! 🎉 Our exclusive 2025 Merchandise Range is here, and we couldn’t wait to give you a first look. Available online next year, every purchase supports life-saving breast and ovarian cancer research. A huge THANK YOU to the team at KENNEDY Studio for the photoshoot, and our incredible Community Ambassadors who volunteered their time to model. 💗
🌸 Join Our Team in 2025! 🌸 The Mother’s Day Classic is hiring for three exciting part-time roles (3 days a week, February to June) for our 2025 event! 📌 Here’s what we’re looking for: 🎨 Graphic Designer Design creative, impactful visuals that capture the spirit of our event and inspire our community. 🌐 Digital Content Coordinator Create and manage engaging online content to spread awareness and connect participants across digital platforms. 🤝 Teams Coordinator Support and energize our incredible teams, ensuring they’re set up for success and ready to shine! The Mother’s Day Classic proudly supports breast and ovarian cancer research, and you can be part of this important cause while contributing your skills to an iconic event. 💌 Apply now at https://lnkd.in/gGWhPztt or share this post with someone who’d be a great fit! Together, let’s make the Mother’s Day Classic 2025 unforgettable and support the fight against breast and ovarian cancer. #MothersDayClassic2025 #JobOpportunity #PartTimeRoles #SupportCancerResearch #MakeADifference
💪 Meet Cristina, also known as the Cancer Crusher Team Captain 💪 In October 2023, Cristina received a life-changing diagnosis of triple-negative stage three breast cancer. Despite no family history, she took on her journey with incredible strength—completing 16 rounds of chemo and starting immunotherapy. This year, Cristina and her team raised over $40,000 to support breast cancer research through the Mother's Day Classic! "Being surrounded by my 'Crusher Crew' on event day was one of the most powerful and meaningful moments of my cancer journey," Cristina shares. Read more about her story ➡️ MDC 2024 Impact Report on our website.
💗 Meet Ross, one of our top Mother's Day Classic fundraisers. 💗 Ross’s journey began with his sister Mary, whose breast cancer diagnosis touched his family deeply. Since her passing in 2012, Ross has dedicated himself to raising funds in her memory—over $138,000 over 13 years—to support life-saving research. “I want to help women and families avoid the worst breast cancer can deliver.” Read more about Ross's story and the impact he's making ➡️ MDC 2024 Impact Report on our website.
Be quick 👉 the first 100 local events to register before this Friday 22 November will receive a pair of Merry People Bobbi Boots! Local Hosts are the heart of the Mother's Day Classic, and we couldn't do it without you. 💗 WANT TO HOST AGAIN? ✅ Check your email from Mother's Day Classic team! WANT TO HOST A NEW EVENT? Never hosted and want to bring MDC to your local community? ✅ Fill out our quick & easy online form: https://bit.ly/4eF2Y7c *Terms & Conditions: By registering your local event for the 2025 Mother's Day Classic, you become eligible to receive one pair of Merry People Bobbi Boots (available in a select range of colourways chosen by Merry People). This offer excludes the Merry People x Mother’s Day Classic Collaboration Bobbi Boots. The promo code for the boots will be issued once your event registration is confirmed. This offer is limited to one pair of Bobbi Boots, valued at $159.95 per confirmed and registered event for the 2025 Mother's Day Classic. The prize will be awarded after your event registration is officially confirmed. Offer ends at 11:59 pm ADST on Friday, 22 November 2025.
🌟 A huge thank you to Channel 9 for hosting a remarkable Media Training session for our volunteer Local Hosts and Community Ambassadors! Our volunteers had the unique opportunity to step into the world of media, practicing interview skills with a journalist, using professional camera equipment, and learning valuable behind-the-scenes techniques. This experience was invaluable for building their confidence and skills, and we’re deeply grateful to Channel 9 for empowering our team to share our community stories and impact on a wider scale! #MediaTraining #VolunteerImpact #CommunityEngagement
Since 1998, the Mother’s Day Classic has donated over $46 million the National Breast Cancer Research Foundation to fund life-changing breast cancer research. This #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, let’s continue moving forward to improve outcomes for patients.
As we recognise #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, we’re sharing the stories of individuals like Sophie. Sophie’s journey with Triple Negative Breast Cancer began in May 2023, and she has shown incredible strength throughout her treatment. "I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer in May 2023. At the time I was a seemingly healthy, busy mum of two young boys. The last year has been an emotional and physically taxing rollercoaster ride but feeling lucky the treatment has worked. I finished treatment 3 days before the 2024 MDC and proudly walked with my family on Sunday 12 May, the day I was diagnosed a year earlier. I have been very lucky to have incredible family and friends to help me through. Cancer doesn’t just happen to you, it takes over the whole family. While I am eager to move forward, I will never forget the kindness our family was shown and now I'm ready to give back. I’m passionate about raising awareness and supporting other young women whose lives are turned upside down by breast cancer." Sophie, MDC Community Ambassador 💗 #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024 #BreastCancerResearch #MDCCommunity