Over the past decade, Commonwealth Bank (CommBank) employees have dedicated themselves to walking, cycling, running, and swimming thousands of kilometres to raise funds for cancer research. Now in its 11th year, the Can4Cancer initiative has surpassed a major milestone, raising more than $20 million for Tour de Cure. These funds have supported 189 cancer projects and contributed to 47 world-class breakthroughs across a wide range of cancer types.
Launched in 2014 as a single bike ride involving 140 participants, Can4Cancer has since grown into a nationwide movement with over 16 events held annually. In 2025, more than 7,000 employees are expected to come together with the shared goal of helping to find a cure for cancer. The program continues to expand, providing even more opportunities for staff to engage and contribute to this life-changing cause.
Tour de Cure Chairman Bruno Maurel praised the partnership with CommBank, describing the $20 million achievement as a powerful example of community, purpose, and perseverance. He noted that the milestone represents not just financial support but also lives changed and futures protected. CommBank’s Head of Community Investment, Nathan Barker, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the generosity and commitment of employees who return year after year to support cancer research and patient programs.
Can4Cancer sits within the broader efforts of the CommBank Staff Foundation, which has been serving communities for over a century. Established in 1917, the Foundation ensures that 100 percent of staff donations go directly to community organisations, with the Bank covering all operating costs and matching contributions. This long-standing commitment underscores CommBank’s mission to build a brighter future for Australians.
Since its inception in 2007, Tour de Cure has raised over $152 million for cancer research, funding 1,200 projects and contributing to more than 200 scientific breakthroughs. The ongoing partnership between Tour de Cure and CommBank through Can4Cancer continues to demonstrate how collective effort can drive progress toward a future free from cancer.
