A close cut for a close cause

By Jen Beltran

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I’ve taken a stand against blood cancer.

Today, more than 53 Australians will be told that they have blood cancer and tomorrow - another 53 families will be devastated by the same news.

Earlier this year, that Australian- was my mum and the news of her leukaemia absolutely devastated our family.

I have created this page to raise vital funds to help provide the special care that is needed to get families through a blood cancer diagnosis as well as to help fund more game-changing research into this disease. 

The money I raise will help provide care for those in need right now — and it will back the brightest researchers to continue uncovering faster diagnoses and better treatments to save lives. 

After receiving chemo, my mum began to feel and see the side effects, which included losing her precious hair, causing her even more pain. But she chose to take it head on and cut off what she had left. Although we had no idea how it would turn out, she truly looked amazing and just as beautiful as ever.

Many of us would say this about our mums, and mine is no exception- she really is the most kind, caring, generous and loving soul in the world. What was inspiring to me was how she fought to keep her spirits up and showed incredible bravery during this turbulent and uncertain time in her life.

I’m honouring my mum and showing my support during her continued treatment journey by choosing to cut off my hair, “a close cut for a close cause.”

Please show me your support by donating to my fundraising campaign.

My Achievements

Congrats! You've hit your goal!

$80 raised - you've given a family a night of emergency accommodation!

You've covered genetic testing!

You've given a family a whole weeks accommodation near treatment

$1,000 raised - you've made a tube gene test with state-of-the-art-technology possible

You've covered 3 months of lab costs for vital blood cancer research

You've fund life changing research for 3 months

Thank you to my Supporters

$57.30

Chris Ogden

$56.02

Anonymous

$54.12

Gerhard Bierman

Great cause. Love your work.

$263.75

Cale Bennett

$32.43

Matthew Van Der Vlugt

Well done, great cause!

$22.58

Susan Humphreys

$80

Molly Scott

Such a great cause!

$27.81

Alexandra Lewis

$17.16

Judy Goddard

Great cause.

$154.65

Michelle Spragg

Having seen my husband go through this, keep your chin up Mum! Hubby's hair has all grown back & the same :) so don't despair - you too could be the same

$11.65

Maddy Galvin

Inspirational Jen, such a beautiful reason, for your mumma. Proud of you!

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Benk

$33.15

Liv

$33.15

Jovanka Holmes

You are so brave to do this! You are a total inspiration. I wish you guys all the best and hope things go well for your mum xx

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Melissa

You go girl 💕

$11.65

Tiana Toledo

amazing thing you are doing Jen xx

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Maria Albano

$85.48

David

$22.58

Kevin Duckitt

Happy that you are supporting your Mum

$22.58

Brooke Kirkland

I'm so proud of you doing this in support of you mum.

$54.12

Sharon Ritchie

Hi Jen, so sorry to hear about your Mum’s diagnosis and wishing her all the best.

$22.58

Catherine Lavell

💜💜

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Julia Gilbert

So courageous Jen! ❤️

$54.12

Alyssa

$117

Matthew Jones

$22.58

Demi M

Great cause Jen! So close to your goal!

$106.12

Jenny X Ai Collab Co

So proud of you Jen doing such a great job supporting you Mum through such hard times.

$11.65

Maureen Chalk

Your an inspiration

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Dimitrios Karamanos

Well done Jen!

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Steph Kenrick

So proud of you Jen !!! You are truly amazing !!! ❤️

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Maureen

You’re a super star Jen! Love your work 💕

$54.12

Lisa And Anthony Trainor

Thinking of you and your family and sending you all love and strength.

$23.50

Annabel Vargas

Sending lots of love to you and your family.

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Rhys Patterson

Wow! Great message Jen and so articulate!

$50

Janet Byrne

💛💛💛 incredible cause and very courageous of you. Sending love to your family

$57.30

D Pye

$106.12

Courtney Cronin

Amazing stuff Jen! ❤️

$85.48

Steph Byrne

Thank you for sharing your story and taking this step x

$22.58

Kathryn Richards

Sending a big hug to your family 💗

$53

Merrilee

$54.12

Jen Madden

$54.12

Ant V

Well Done Jen! Hope your Mum is doing ok :)

$54.12

Freya Mclachlan

$100

Di Pokoati

$33.15

Trent Northausen

$54.12

Mary Chadwick

Hi Jen, you have such a strong and loving heart. I’m praying for your mum’s health. I’m truly grateful to be part of this cause and to stand beside you in support. Remember to take things one moment at a time, and be gentle with yourself.

$33.15

Emma Kruger

$56.02

Al Tay

Amazing support you're showing your mother. Blessings to her and your family.

$53

Farrah Gillette

Thinking of you xox

$33.15

Jess Goodall

Well done Jen, you are deeply inspiring and it takes a whole lot of heart and courage to step up and make a difference. Your Mum and family would be proud.

$57.30

Col Kelaart

Wonderful cause Jen. Happy to support your campaign.

$54.12

Tui Wiapo

All the best for you and your mum Jen!!

$106.12

Chandan Potukuchi

Great initiative

$43.60

Zoe Wheeler

What a beautiful gesture Jen ❤️

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Emma Savage

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The Kan’s

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Ray

Just wanted to show some support!

$106.12

Anonymous

Stay strong, please send my love to mum.

$106.12

Inspire Wellness

Sending lots of positive healing xx

$106.12

The Mota’s

What a wonderful gesture and testament to your mum. Sending you guys and Tita best wishes & strength as she endures this battle. She really is one of the kindest and gentlest people I’ve met. Big hugs xxx

$11.65

Merrilee

<3

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George Kouvidis

$150

Hieu Luong

Thinking of you all during this difficult time. All the best to your mum and family for the battle ahead. Fuck cancer

$57.30

Bron Eveston

Best wishes Jen. A donation in memory of my own Mum who courageously fought Leukemia as well xo

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Sue

What a brave action to take Jen

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Amy Lopez

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

$106.12

Glenn Sanderson

Such an incredible thing you're doing Jen, and for such a great cause!

$43.60

Petra P

Great cause Jen!

$100

Tc

Great cause!

$158.25

Schneider Family

Sending all our love. Paul, Kirstine, Eva & Amelia.

$54.12

Mercedes Haynes

♥️

$100

Damien

$22.58

Georgia Robertson

$106.12

The Fitz Fam

What you’re doing is such a beautiful gesture in support of your mum. We love you guys xxxx

$57.30

Karen

$154.65

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