MARK your calendars, Dees fans. Three big rounds supporting causes and organisations close to the hearts of every Melbourne supporter are coming up this season.
FightMND | Round 13
For ten consecutive years, the annual King’s Birthday match between Melbourne and Collingwood has become a highlight of the AFL calendar. The hotly contested game takes a backseat to the message behind it, as a capacity MCG and the wider community all come together to raise funds towards fighting Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
The Zurich Walk to the ‘G, the infamous celebrity slide and the iconic blue beanies all play their part in creating an incredible atmosphere and excitement for the clash, made more special in 2024 - a milestone year.
Big Freeze is driven by enormous community support, which is largely attributed to ongoing efforts of former (1998-2007) Melbourne coach Neale Daniher, who co-founded FightMND in 2014. Big Freeze 9 raised $15.8 million towards MND research in 2023. Together, we’ve fought the beast for 10 years, but there’s still more to do.
Melbourne’s FightMND membership provides members with premium Level 4 reserved seats on the wing at this year’s King’s Birthday match. You can learn more here.
Learn more about Big Freeze 10 here.
Breast Cancer Network Australia | Round 15
Melbourne has a proud history of supporting Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA), with the Pink Lady match becoming a highly anticipated game in the fixture.
As part of a long-standing partnership between the club and BCNA, the match looks to celebrate the work of the organisation, raising awareness and providing support and services for those diagnosed with breast cancer.
While we won't see the Pink Lady on the 'G this year, fans can show their support by buying a virtual a spot on the 'G in BCNA's Virtual Pink Lady.
Supporters can also purchase a scarf, beanie, poncho or banner, all helping raise important funds for the organisation.
The Reach Foundation | Round 18
The club’s ties to the Reach Foundation goes all the way back to the organisation’s inception in 1994, as it was co-founded by club legend, the late Jim Stynes.
Stynes’ work in youth mental health, and the philosophy of prior education over reactive intervention, is Reach at its core, and helps young people develop into their full potential.
Melbourne’s annual Round for Reach shines a spotlight on the essential work the Reach Foundation does in the youth mental health space, while building awareness and raising funds to enable facilitators to run important youth programs.
