The Titans will join with principal partner The Lottery Office to shine a light on Youth Cancer Awareness Month, with special recognition for Canteen at this weekend's Round 7 clash against the Warriors.
The one-off jersey takeover shines a spotlight on the vital work the not-for-profit charity does supporting young Australians impacted by cancer, providing free and tailored programs to help them navigate the challenges of diagnosis, treatment and life beyond cancer.
The initiative made possible through The Lottery Office reinforces the power of sport to drive meaningful change and raise awareness for important causes within the community.
It continues a growing collaboration between all three organisations, after teaming up in June last year to break the record for the most people wearing bandannas at one time - set at Cbus Super Stadium in a bid to highlight Canteen's incredible support for young people with cancer.
The Lottery Office CEO Jaclyn Wood said the initiative was an opportunity to amplify Canteen’s impact on an international stage.
"We’re incredibly proud to partner with the Gold Coast Titans and Canteen to bring this initiative to life," Wood said.
"Canteen provides critical support to young people facing some of life’s toughest challenges, and this is a powerful way to help raise awareness and show them they’re not alone.
"Using the platform of rugby league to highlight such an important cause is something we’re passionate about, and we’re excited to see Canteen front and centre of the Titans jersey in New Zealand this weekend."
Match: Warriors v Titans
Round 7 -
home Team
Warriors
3rd Position
away Team
Titans
14th Position
Venue: Go Media Stadium, Auckland
Match broadcasters:
- WatchNRL
Canteen CEO Siona Hardy said the exposure would help further the organisation’s mission to support young people affected by cancer.
"We’re honoured to be featured on the front of the Titans jersey and grateful to The Lottery Office for making this opportunity possible," Hardy said.
"This Youth Cancer Awareness Month, we are alerting Australians to the fact we are seeing an alarming and undeniable rise in aggressive cancers in young Australians.
"We cannot afford to look away.
"Every year, thousands of young Australians are impacted by cancer, whether it’s their own diagnosis or that of a loved one, and Canteen is there to support them through it.
"Having our name on the front of the Titans jersey will help raise awareness of our services and ensure more young people know where to turn for support when they need it most."
The Titans will auction the special edition jersey after this weekend's clash to raise funds for Canteen, helping further the important role the charity plays in the lives of young Australians.
