The Great Sarcoma Plankathon
Raise a sweat & raise funds for sarcoma cancer research
July 2025
Sarcoma is a group of rare cancers that are over-represented in young people making up 1% of all adult cancers and 20% of all childhood cancers yet sarcoma research is dramatically underfunded.
Join us in becoming plank heroes, making a difference, one PLANK at a time!
What is the Great Sarcoma Plankathon?
The Great Sarcoma Plankathon is a fundraising event to support sarcoma research. Sign up and get your friends, family, sports team and colleagues together to join the competition, individually or as a team event.
Your Challenge Your Way
On the day you will participate in a plank relay to achieve a one-hour total plank within your team.
OR
Individuals pledge to plank during the month of July-Sarcoma Awareness month.
Join the movement:
#GreatSarcomaPlankathon
How do I participate?
Step 1.
Sign up on your own.
OR
Get your friends, family, sports team and colleagues together to participate in a plank relay to achieve a one-hour total plank within your team.
Step 2.
Spread the word and fundraise to support lifesaving sarcoma research. The more we raise the more lifesaving research we can support for rare sarcomas.
Step 3.
Plank Anytime, Anywhere: Complete your plank challenge at any time during July.
OR Join Us in Melbourne: Plank with us in person at the Melbourne event on Saturday, 19th July. More details to be announced.
About the Australia and New Zealand Sarcoma Association
ANZSA is the peak body for the sarcoma community, focused on improving diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for those effected by sarcoma.
Funded by Cancer Australia, 100% of donations support sarcoma research and clinical trials.
Since 2008, ANZSA has contributed to over 80 studies and trials worldwide, driving global improvements in sarcoma care.
Our Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors for playing an important role in the fight against sarcoma!
Interested in becoming a sponsor for the Great Sarcoma Plankathon?
Email contact@sarcoma.org.au and one of our team members will happily discuss sponsorship packages.