Events and campaigns
The St George & Sutherland Medical Research Foundation supports vital medical research at St George and Sutherland hospitals. The Foundation’s Research Committee selects the research projects to fund each year, focusing on areas such as cancer, women and children’s health, infection, inflammation, immunity, critical care, neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia, and mental health.
Join us in making a difference
Explore our upcoming events and campaigns to be part of this vital mission. The Foundation’s limited resources face high demand, and your participation in upcoming events and campaigns is crucial to driving forward this groundbreaking research.
February 28, 2026
On Saturday 28 February 2026 St George District Cricket Club conducted its Annual Charity Walk to help raise awareness and much needed funds for the St George and Sutherland Medical Research Foundation.
May 15, 2026
SOLD OUT: Join St George & Sutherland Medical Research Foundation for our Annual Dinner on Friday 15 May 2026, an evening dedicated to celebrating medical research that improves health outcomes for our local community. The night will recognise and formally present the 2025 Research Grant Recipients, supporting early-stage, high-impact projects across cancer, women’s health, immunotherapy and paediatric research. Enjoy a relaxed evening of conversation, connection and purpose with researchers, clinicians, supporters and partners, alongside a two-course dinner and drinks. The program will also include fundraising activities and raffles on the night, with all proceeds supporting future medical research. A special keynote speaker will be announced closer to the event.
May 21, 2026
Our annual Golf Day was held on 21 May 2026 at the renowned Australian Golf Club to raise funds for vital medical research. Teams from businesses competed for the title of SSMRF Golf Day Champion while enjoying a day of camaraderie and competition – all for a good cause. Following the charity golf game, participants gathered for a gourmet lunch in the stunning dining room at the Australian Golf Club. It’s a fantastic way to come together, enjoy a day of golfing and support life-saving medical research. With the ongoing support of The Australian Golf Club, sponsors and participating teams, we raise tens of thousands of dollars each year to drive essential research projects.
September 13, 2026
The Beachside Dash is our biggest annual fundraiser. The 19th annual Beachside Dash and Family Fun Run will be held on Sunday 13 September 2026. Save the date and help us raise money for critical medical research at St George and Sutherland Hospitals. Join us for our much-loved 10km, 5km, Corporate Cup Challenge and 2km School Cup Challenge & Family Fun Run events. Registrations now open. We can’t wait to welcome runners, families, schools and supporters back for another unforgettable day by the bay.
October 15, 2026
Showcasing current research projects from St George and Sutherland hospitals (date to be confirmed).
Following its successful launch leading to the 2023 Beachside Dash, we are thrilled to invite you to participate in the 'LUV YOUR GUT' challenge.
