Join the movement to beat bowel cancer
However you choose to fundraise, you’ll help save lives and change the future for Kiwis living with bowel cancer.
Bowel Cancer is one of the most common cancers in New Zealand.
You can help change that
- 3 people will die from bowel cancer.
- 9 people will be diagnosed with bowel cancer.
Bowel Cancer is more than 90% curable when found early.
Yet, too many people are still diagnosed late, miss the signs, or face the journey without the support the need.
Every dollar raised helps create a future where more kiwis recognise the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer, access the support they need, and have the best possible chance of earlier diagnosis and better outcomes.
Be part of the movement changing the state of bowel cancer in New Zealand.
How you'll fundraise
Host an Event
Bring your community together and make a difference. From bake sales and trivia nights to morning teas or long lunches - every shared moment can raise life‑saving funds for bowel cancer support and research.
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Take On A Challenge
Run, walk, cycle - or set your own personal challenge. Whether it’s a marathon, a step goal, or climbing that mountain you’ve always dreamed of, every step you take helps beat bowel cancer.
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Do It Your Way
Got your own big idea? Go for it! From shaving your head to celebrating a milestone or birthday - the sky’s the limit. Whatever you choose, you’ll be making a real difference for Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.
Learn MoreHere’s what your support makes possible:
Funded rehab and physio sessions
Supporting patients through treatment and recovery.
Lifesaving awareness campaigns
Educating the community on bowel cancer symptoms and when to take action.
Funded counselling sessions
Helping patients cope with the emotional toll of bowel cancer.
Patient connections
Offering trusted guidance for them and their whānau from our dedicated support nurse.
Downloadable resources
Sharing vital information from diagnosis through to advanced and end-of-life care.
Advocacy for earlier screening
Pushing for change to enable earlier detection and save more lives.
Shani's 100km for Bowel Cancer New Zealand
When Shani’s dad was diagnosed with bowel cancer in October 2024, everything changed. Thankfully, his cancer was found early – but the experience made Shani determined to do something big to raise awareness and support others going through the same journey.
Shani isn’t new to tough challenges – she’s walked 60 km, done thousands of burpees, and even ridden an assault bike for 24 hours - all in the name of fundraising. But this time, she wanted to go bigger. Inspired by Bowel Cancer NZ’s “Move Your Butt” campaign, she set herself the goal of running 100km in just one day.
“My dad has always taught us through his actions, and motivated me by setting big goals, working hard and achieving them. This run was for him. And for my family and every other family who has been affected by bowel cancer.”
Shani smashed her challenge, raising over $4,000 and inspiring others along the way. “Immediately after, I felt so much pride and gratitude".
If you want to take on a challenge like Shani, register to fundraise for Bowel Cancer NZ today!
