The GNO movement connects, embraces and engages the sisterhood of our community to shape a strong and vibrant network of women who are there for each other in times of need.
Fighting The Hidden Cost Of Cancer
The Echuca-Moama Girls Night Out (GNO) charity was founded in 2008 by a small collective of women who have each experienced first-hand the impact of cancer upon loved ones.
The GNO movement connects, embraces and engages the sisterhood of our community to shape a strong and vibrant network of women who are there for each other in times of need.
Our treasured past-committee member Michelle Noelker was the inspiration behind the crusade and her legacy continues to guide our way.
Michelle lost her brave battle with cancer on September 30, 2010. She was 38-years-old.
100% of proceeds raised through our events go directly to the GNO Oncology Department Supportive Care Program, which was established in partnership with Echuca Regional Health to provide meaningful assistance to local cancer patients.
The program is managed by the oncology service at Echuca Regional Health and provides financial assistance for supportive care including counselling sessions, (including therapy for children affected by a cancer diagnosis), oncology massage to treat pain and other side effects of cancer surgery, wigs, alternative therapies, lymphodeama garments, rent payments, fuel cards, accommodation, home care and child care.
Since 2008, GNO events have raised more than $400,000 for the supportive care program and more than 650 local families have received support from the fund to help cover the hidden cost of their cancer treatment.
All those accessing the program are supported by the absolutely amazing specialist cancer nursing team at ERH who work closely with patients and families to assess needs and coordinate care related to a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
In addition to raising funds for the oncology department, GNO also helped secure vital funding from the McGrath Foundation for a dedicated McGrath Breast Care Nurse who commenced work at ERH in 2012.
Our breast care nurse has been a shining light for so many local women undergoing treatment for breast cancer – providing extraordinarily intimate support, improving their continuity of care and minimising the stress and trauma of their breast cancer experience.
The GNO sisterhood are incredibly passionate about the work they are doing to try to lighten the load for those walking the cancer path and we thank you so wholeheartedly for embracing GNO with open arms.
If you would like to make a donation to the GNO Oncology Department Supportive Care Program please contact us* for details.
Since 2008, MBC has been by our side, contributing to GNO events through direct sponsorship and hosting our functions in their stunning facilities year in, year out. They’ve kicked in an enormous $69,000 to the cause and their ongoing financial commitment is an incredible act of corporate citizenship. GNO is extremely grateful to have the absolute backing of MBC in this grassroots initiative which is having a meaningful impact on the everyday lives of so many people. Looking to become a sponsor? Email us below.
0407 360 884