FAQs

Cancer Council's F Cancer fitness challenge is an online, month-long personal challenge that starts on 1 May and runs through until 31 May.

The quickest way to get your questions answered is on our Facebook Group. We have a team dedicated to resolving your queries.  
You can also contact us on 1300 780 113 or by emailing [email protected]. 
Why 'F Cancer'?
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The F Cancer challenge was named to express the fear and frustration that a cancer diagnosis brings for many people and their families. This bold message aims to empower our community to take action.
How do I share my fundraising page 
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An easy way to share your fundraising page is to log in to your dashboard and click the 'shared my page’ icon.

You can also send emails through their dashboard using the following link https://www.doitforcancer.com.au/login/emails.
What is the challenge about? How does it work? 
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Cancer Council’s F Cancer fitness challenge is a month-long fitness challenge in May to support people affected by cancer. 

We are asking you to complete 31 minutes of physical activity for the 31 days of May. Supporters can choose whatever activity they would like, walk, run, ride, swim etc. Get fit, Raise funds. F Cancer.

Signing up is easy:

Join the Challenge

It’s free to sign up, you can choose to get your minutes in solo or as a team, it’s super simple! Setup your own page in just a couple of minutes.

  1. Join the Challenge by registering at to receive your free downloadable track-your-challenge calendar as well as free socks for the first 3,000 people to register
  2. Spread the word Start fundraising and let everyone know you’re walking to support Aussies with cancer!
  3. Make a Difference! By joining the challenge you’ll fund world-class cancer research, early detection, and treatment programs.
  4. Stay in the loop - Join our Facebook group so you don’t miss out on any updates, prizes or tip & tricks for your challenge https://www.facebook.com/groups/fcancerchallenge
How do I record my activities? 
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Once you register on https://www.doitforcancer.com.au/register/f-cancer-fitness-challenge/defaultregistrationform you will receive a downloadable calendar to track your minutes!

You can also use GPS enabled devices like fitness wristbands or watches (think Fitbit, Garmin etc) to track your activity. We have linked up with Strava, Garmin, Fitbit and mapmyfitness to automatically sync with your fundraising page and add to your activity minutes each time you record an activity.

If you’re not already connected with these devices, you can always use your Smartphone and download StravaFitbit or mapmyfitness to get started.

Once installed and your account has been created with your preferred app, head  'My Fitness Activity' on your dashboard https://www.doitforcancer.com.au/login/activity Here you can now connect up to your preferred fitness app. Click on the icon of the app you'd like to connect - this will ask you to login and authorise us to access your fitness account. 

You're now connected!

Where can I do my activities?
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You get to choose where you want to do your physical activity. Whether you tackle in all in one session or break it up throughout the day. Whatever works best for you!

Can I do any activity?
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Yes! You are welcome to set your target to something that is challenging for you. Just track your minutes!
Do I have to complete my activity goal in 1 day or in the whole of May? 
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The F Cancer Fitness challenge is a month long challenge during May, so you have the whole month to reach your goals. Whether you tackle each day all in one session, break it up throughout the day or break up your sessions throughout the week. Whenever and wherever works best for you!

Good luck with your challenge💪

What if I can’t complete it?
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We can assist you every step of the way to help you complete your challenge. Reach out to our Facebook Group admin for some advice and top tips to help you reach your target.

If you aren’t able to complete the challenge, please don’t worry! Please let your sponsors know and jump on the Facebook group chat to let us know. 

Is there a minimum fundraising target?
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There is no minimum amount of fundraising that we set for participants, but we recommend you set a target of about $350. This target can be met by asking 10 people to donate just $35 each. Please remember that every dollar helps us reduce the impact of cancer.

Where does the money go?
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The funds you raise through your challenge go directly to Cancer Council to help fund life-saving cancer research. To find out more, check out the Impact Page.
How do I collect donations?
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Make sure you are registered to the challenge. If you are unsure, please click on the link below and follow the prompts: https://www.doitforcancer.com.au/register/f-cancer-fitness-challenge/defaultregistrationform

Once you’re all set you can share your fundraising page to your network or opt to create a Facebook Fundraiser by clicking the blue button in your dashboard.

Facebook Fundraisers are one of the easiest ways to collect donations. All donations come directly to Cancer Council, so you don’t have to worry about admin or bank transfers. Fundraising finishes by the end of November, so there is still time after you complete your challenge to collect any final donations. 

I'm currently undergoing treatment for cancer/people around me are affected by cancer 
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If you are in need of information or support, you can call us on 13 11 20 for free and confidential information and support from one of our friendly healthcare professionals. Or visit our Online Community, a safe and supportive online discussion site.
Can you join as a Team?
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Yes, the more the merrier! If you haven’t yet registered you will be given an option to create a team during registration. If you already have registered, click this link to sign in to your dashboard, create a team and invite your friends: https://www.doitforcancer.com.au/login/createteam
Can people not on Facebook still donate?
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Of course! Share your fundraising page for people to donate. You can also collect their funds in cash and donate on their behalf.  
Why is my Facebook Fundraiser not matching my Fundraising Page? 
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Your Facebook Fundraiser is separate from your Fundraising page. It's another tool/resource to help you with your fundraising overall where Facebook will do all the hard work by promoting your fundraiser to all of your friends. Once people donate on Facebook this will then sync to your overall tally on your Fundraising page.

Why am I being asked to complete my fundraiser registration?  
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You started registering for Cancer Council's F Cancer fitness challenge but didn't complete the registration. If you are still interested in taking part, please complete your registration here  so we can send you your free track-your-challenge calendar!

Complete your registration here: https://www.doitforcancer.com.au/register/f-cancer-fitness-challenge/defaultregistrationform 

Need more information? 
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The quickest way to get your questions answered is on our Facebook Group. We have a team dedicated to resolving your queries.  

You can also contact us on 1300 780 113 or by emailing [email protected].