The Hunter Prostate Cancer Alliance's ambitious plans to create a new centre to help in the battle against prostate cancer in the Hunter are a step closer thanks to a generous donation from the Valentine Lions Club.
A building for the Hunter Prostate Cancer Alliance Centre (HPCAC) was purchased in March. The HPCAC will support research into prostate cancer as well as provide a walk-in information and counselling service as well as a help-line for men and their families who are facing the disease.
HPCA Chairman and former Newcastle Police Chief, Ron Bender, said that with a venue secured, the focus is now on attracting government, corporate and community support to fund projects and programs. Around $500,000 was needed to fit out the centre, including providing disabled access, computers and materials for the library. A further $300,000 was needed to provide counsellors and other staff for the centre.
The Valentine Lions Club has started the fundraising for the Hunter Prostate Cancer Alliance Centre with a donation of $3000 from their annual Christmas raffle.
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