Helena Nelson

I'm rocking the chop on 31/07/2026

I’m rocking the chop to put a stop to cancer!

Did you know that 1 in 2 Queenslanders will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime?

I'm taking a part in the Cancer Council Ponytail Project because when I was two years old I was diagnosed with Wilms Tumour, a type of kidney cancer mostly found in young children. After multiple rounds of chemo and radiation, and a operation to remove the tumour and my right kidney, I beat cancer!!!

Throughout the year, I’ll be growing my hair as long as possible, alongside peers all across Queensland, before chopping off my ponytail and rocking a brand new hairdo. Every ponytail chopped will make a difference to the lives of people affected by cancer #chopforchange.

All funds raised will go towards cancer research, prevention programs and support services. This means everything from transport to get cancer patients to and from their medical appointments, to assisting childcare facilities to keep kids safe from the sun.

I know that I can help create change.

Will you support me?

You can find out more about where your donations go at ponytailproject.com.au/about-cancer-council.

Thank you!

Kind people are my kind of people!

My Achievements

Confidence is your best hairstyle! You look great, now conquer the day!

You've raised $1000! Congratulations legend!

Online squad, tick! You are now an online super star #PonytailProject

Halfway there! We believe in you

#PROUD! You have reached your fundraising goal! You are inspiring!

Congratulations! By raising $5000, you're officially a Chop Superstar!

Thank you to my Sponsors

$65

Pia Adriaansz

You've got this!

$20

Anonymous

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