The rare disease patient is the orphan of the health system, often without diagnosis, without treatment, and therefore, without reason to hope. This needs to change. 

The Steve Waugh Foundation is about Strength of Character. It's at the core of what they do, from the people they support to the people who support them.

They are ‘somewhere to turn’ for children and young adults with rare diseases.

They take a holistic approach to supporting children and young adults (0-25yrs) with the rarest diseases. Some children come for help once; others come back time and time again. They work to give these children and young adults a better quality of life, offering support and the opportunity to connect with others through:

• Individual Grants – for medicine, specialized equipment and treatment therapies, for children and young adults (0-25yrs)
• Respite Camps (SNUG)– designed to support the families of children with rare diseases
• Raising Awareness, playing a leading role in sponsoring a coordinated approach to the promotion of World Rare Disease Day in Australia since 2009

'No one should have to stand alone. Everyone needs a team to support them.' Steve Waugh AO.