Dare to Hope

Dare to Hope is the legacy of the late Hawthorn Football Club Premiership Player and Norm Smith Medalist, Paul Dear. Our Board Members are united by a shared vision: to make a meaningful impact for those affected by pancreatic cancer while inspiring hope. We are committed to raising awareness and funding groundbreaking medical research. As an all-volunteer Board, we ensure that every dollar donated goes further. By leveraging volunteer efforts and pro bono support, we maximize resources to fuel critical research. Advancing medical research is the key to achieving critical breakthroughs in treatment and improving survival rates for those facing pancreatic cancer. We believe that HOPE is both a mindset and a call to action—one that requires a clear strategy. Our Board brings diverse skills and personal experiences to turn HOPE into action. We believe in the strength of personal empowerment, collaboration and what a community of like-minded people can achieve. Inspired by Paul, we acknowledge the challenges ahead, but we do it with Hope, underpinned by strategy and with a focus on embracing joy and positivity along the way.