Our People
Our impact on the lives of children and whānau would not be possible without the team of passionate and talented people who make up our organisation.
Family Support Coordinators
Our Family Support Coordinators are at the heart of everything we do, providing one-to-one support for each family.
Jim Boult, CNZM
Patron of Child Cancer Foundation
We are thrilled to announce that Jim Boult has been named as Patron of Child Cancer Foundation, in recognition of over three decades of dedicated service to the organisation alongside his wide connections across sectors that will support us in our mission.
Board Members
We are fortunate to be governed by a Board that is dedicated to our kaupapa, made up of members who are all leaders in their fields.
Dan Te Whenua Walker
Board Chair
Tēnā koutou kātoa. He mokopuna tēnei nō te korowai o te maunga…
Reremoana Hammond
Deputy Chair
Reremoana (Ngāti Kahungunu ki Te Wairoa, Rongowhakaata, Ngāti Ruapani, Moriori) and her…
Dennis Turton
Board Member
Dennis became involved with Child Cancer Foundation after his son, Noah, was…
Dr Stephen Laughton
Board Member
Stephen is a Paediatric Oncologist at Starship Hospital, with specific expertise in…
Stephen Willis
Board Member
Stephen and his family were first introduced to Child Cancer Foundation in…
Dr Kerri Morgan
Board Member
Kerri’s connection to Child Cancer Foundation began in 2015 when her son…
Darlene Tuiono
Board Member
Darlene’s connection to the Child Cancer Foundation began in 2014 when her…
Colin Mansbridge
Board Member
Crusaders Chief Executive Officer Colin Mansbridge joined our Board in 2024. Personally…
Leadership Group
Our Leadership Group provides guidance for all parts of the organisation, leading from the front with dedication and empathy.
Monica Briggs
Chief Executive
Experienced for-purpose sector leader Monica Briggs joined Child Cancer Foundation as Chief…
Thu-Lena Tran
Senior Whānau Connect Lead
E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e ngā kārangarangatanga maha o te…
Shannyn Hansen
Family Support Manager
Shannyn joined Child Cancer Foundation in 2009, with a background as a…
Kerry Price
Policy, Advocacy & Projects Manager
Tena koutou, tena koutou, tena koutou katoa. No ngā whenua ahau o…
Louise Goss
Finance Manager
Louise Goss joined Child Cancer Foundation as Finance Manager in August 2023. This…
Kaylene Froggatt
HR & Organisation Development Business Partner
People often ask what I love about HR, and as cliché as…
Honorary Life Members
Honorary Life Members are bestowed by the membership of the foundation to individuals who have made a substantial contribution to the Foundation over a considerable period of time, by the way of selfless support and service.
Each of these individuals has demonstrated a sustained level of dedication and commitment to the development and enhancement of the Child Cancer Foundation’s objectives.
| 1991 Mr Paul Cressey ONZM (Deceased) | 2005 Simon Lala MNZM | 2021 Mrs Alison O’Connor |
| 1994 Mrs Janette Falconer (QSM) | 2006 Ms Kay Morris | 2021 Mr Terance O’Connor |
| 1996 Ms Robyn Gordon | 2007 Mrs Pauline Hapi | 2022 Mrs Karen Heslip |
| 1998 Mr Kerry Goldstone (Deceased) | 2007 Mr Denis Kirkcaldie | 2023 Mr Dean Bradley |
| 1998 Ms Dawn Hamilton-Irvine (Deceased) | 2013 Ms Catherine Mott | 2024 Mrs Sue Green |
| 1998 Professor David Holdaway (Deceased) | 2013 Ms Julia Hayward | 2024 Mrs Christine Donovan |
| 1999 Sir David Mauger KNZM | 2014 Mrs Anne Bielby | 2024 Mrs Barbara Richardson |
| 2000 Mrs Diana Robinson (Deceased) | 2014 Sir Scott Macfarlane KNZM | 2024 Mrs Raewyn Sawyers |
| 2000 Dr Jane Skeen MNZM | 2015 Mr John Robson | 2025 Mr Dennis Turton |
| 2001 Lynda Read | 2017 Mr Pat Wilkes | 2025 Mr Nick Beale |
| 2002 Mr Warren Shirley (Deceased) | 2019 Mr Jim Boult CNZM | |
| 2003 Mark Conelly | 2019 Mr Stuart Hutchinson |
Patrons: Lady Blundell, ONZ, QSO, GCStJ 1978 -2012 | Mr Jim Boult CNZM 2023
Child Cancer Foundation Membership
Being a Child Cancer Foundation member gives you a voice as part of our incorporated society.
Child Cancer Foundation is an incorporated society with a membership base that includes families of children with cancer, health professionals and people who support our cause.
Being a member gives you an opportunity to pay it forward to other families who are supported by the Foundation. Members also have the right to vote at the Foundation’s Annual General Meeting.
Please note, new membership registrations will be ratified at the upcoming Child Cancer Foundation Board meeting. If you do not wish to continue being a member, please email tmiranda@childcancer.org.nz with your details.
Please note: If you are a family in need of support, please get in touch with our team through our contact page.