On 5th September, the Boutique Business House Charity Golf Day returned to the stunning Royal Pines Resort golf course — and once again delivered an incredible day of generosity and community spirit. A huge congratulations and heartfelt thank you to Jason Howard and Andy Hollis from Boutique Business House for hosting such a successful event. […]
READ MORE2025 Thank You Celebration
On Wednesday 12th November, our generous community of supporters came together at HOTA, Home of the Arts, on the Gold Coast for the Everything Is Possible Thank You Celebration. It was a memorable evening shared with donors, volunteers, suppliers, partners, ambassadors and stakeholders as we reflected on an extraordinary year of fundraising and celebrated the commencement of […]
READ MOREEm Carey – “If You Can, You Must”
A huge thank you to the incredible Em Carey for taking on the New York Marathon and raising a staggering $110,213 for the Perry Cross Spinal Research Foundation! In 2013, Em’s life changed forever when she fell 14,000 feet during a skydiving accident, leaving her with a spinal cord injury and living with paraplegia. Through years […]
READ MORESIP Week 2025 – Sipping for a Cure
What a week it was! SIP Week 2025 was another incredible celebration of community, connection, and commitment — all in support of finding a cure for paralysis. Together, we raised an amazing $135,609! From workplace morning teas to BBQs, raffles, and plenty of sip selfies, hundreds of Australians came together to raise awareness and funds […]
READ MORE“It was so hard to tell the kids that I am never going to walk again”
February 2013, started like any other day for Rodney. He was in his backyard, doing some routine yard work, trimming palm trees. But in a single, heart-stopping moment, his life took a drastic turn. A six-meter fall from a ladder sent him plummeting onto a brick retaining wall, an impact that instantly fractured his C9 and […]
READ MOREGriffith University Clinical Trial – Frequently Asked Questions
Dr Andrew Rayfield, from Griffith University answers the most Frequently Asked Questions about the upcoming Clinical Trial recruitment process. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ell9XdIFgHohttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/3FnD4cygqAs In this clip Dr Andrew answers the question: Does everyone receive a confirmation email confirming their application has been received? In this clip Dr Andrew answers the question: How long will it take before the […]
READ MORE2025 BRISBANE LEGENDS LUNCH
Now in its seventh year, the Brisbane Legends Lunch was once again a fantastic success, held at the stunning Black Hide Steak & Seafood by Gambaro at The Star Brisbane, Queen’s Wharf. 140 guests came together for an afternoon of great food, inspiring stories and lively entertainment — all in support of a cure for paralysis. […]
READ MORESIP Week – Kurt & Joanna Share Their Stories
As part of SIP Week 2025, two of our incredible Cure Crusader Ambassadors – Kurt Drysdale and Joanna Fowler – had the opportunity to share their journeys, raise awareness about spinal cord injury and speak about the important work of the Foundation with supporters at Boutique Business House and KPMG Gold Coast. At Boutique Business House, Kurt […]
READ MOREA special message from Perry Cross
https://youtu.be/legP74Lb3xQ I’ve had a little time to reflect on what a truly incredible week it’s been. This is a moment I’ve long anticipated, and to be honest, it fills me with an overwhelming mix of excitement, anticipation, and deep gratitude. We’re at a pivotal point in our research—a step that brings us closer than ever […]
READ MORETom Ray: A Driving Force Behind the Perry Cross Spinal Research Foundation
Tom Ray, Chairman of the Perry Cross Spinal Research Foundation, embodies a leadership style rooted in collaboration, trust, and a deep-seated belief in the power of connection. His journey with the Perry Cross Spinal Research Foundation, which began as an “evolution of several conversations” with Perry Cross, reflects a commitment to a cause that has […]
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