handmark supports cancer research —  hobart cancerians donation

The gallery has donated $15,000 to the Hobart Cancerians from fund-raising that coincided with the acclaimed Celebrating National Tree Day exhibition held in July. The Hobart Cancerians are small in size, but big in impact. Over the past decade these incredible volunteers have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for cancer research. “We are a fundraising arm of the Australian Cancer Research Foundation which moves mountains, and that’s why I have stayed for so long,” Committee President, Gillian Groom explains. “Recently we joined forces with the wonderful Allanah Dopson – and with huge success!”
 
Handmark’s Director Allanah, in collaboration with committee member Laura Ribarow, organised a private viewing of the Celebrating Tree Day exhibition, replete with music, wine and guest speakers. Furthermore, a percentage of profits from each artwork sold was donated. “It was brilliant and raised $15,000 exceeding all expectations. Allanah’s warm generosity in opening that special space for this important cause was beyond generous.”
 
The Hobart Cancerians next fundraising event in November, Bubbles and Blooms, is another showstopper. Acclaimed Violist and committee member, Will Newbery, will direct a string quartet amongst the roses of a magnificent private garden while afternoon tea is served. Could there be a better way to celebrate spring and support cancer research?
 
For more information about Bubbles and Blooms please contact the Hobart Cancerians.