Taking part
Steps to take part
Choose Your Challenge
Decide what you’ll cut back this March—whether it’s alcohol, sugar, or another daily habit.
Spread the Word
Share your challenge with friends, family, and colleagues. Use social media and email to inspire others to support you.
Fundraise
Track your progress, thank your supporters, and share updates to keep the momentum going.
Pause Pass
Got a special occasion? Take a break from your challenge for one day in March with a Pause Pass. A $25 donation lets you skip a day - no questions asked!
How we support you
We’re with you every step of the way to make you succeed with your challenge. Here’s what you’ll get when you join:
Meal planner & recipes
Healthy, simple, and easy-to-follow suggestions to help you stay on track for your habit challenge.
Fundraising tips & resources
Practical advice to help you reach your fundraising goal, including email templates, social media posts, and ideas to involve friends and family.
We’re just a call or click away
Need help or have a question? Contact our friendly team via email or phone—we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Your success = more strokes prevented
Every dollar you raise and every habit you cut back helps fund life-saving stroke prevention programs. You’re making a real difference.
Planning your month of March
Set your goals
Know why you’re participating and keep your motivation front and center.
Track your progress
Use your fundraising page to share updates and celebrate wins.
Tell your network early
Share your challenge before March starts to get early support.
Make it fun
Challenge your friends or create a team to keep each other motivated.
Plan alternatives
Have healthy substitutes ready, like herbal teas or fresh fruit.
Reward yourself
Celebrate small wins throughout the month to stay encouraged.
How your funds will help
By fundraising for The Big Cutback, you’re helping support vital stroke prevention initiatives — like the StrokeSafe Speaker Program, Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check, and life-saving information resources — all working to cut back how many Australians experience a stroke.
StrokeSafe Speaker Prorgram
Our StrokeSafe speakers deliver presentations to community groups across Australia on what a stroke is, how to recognise it and what people can do to prevent it.
Australia's Biggest Blood Pressure Check
Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check, held every May, empowers Australians to know their stroke risk and understand how to manage it.
High blood pressure remains the single largest risk factor for stroke – and it's preventable.
Information Resources
At Stroke Foundation, we’re committed to empowering Australians with the knowledge and tools to prevent stroke.
Stroke is often preventable, and understanding risk factors is the first step. Our resources are designed to help Australians take control of their health and reduce their risk of stroke.
Join The Big Cutback Today
Or get in touch with us for more information or help.
FUNDRAISING SUPPORT
P: 1300 194 196
E: fundraising@strokefoundation.org.au
ADDRESS
Stroke Foundation
Level 7, 461 Bourke Street, Melbourne 3000
We also have offices in Brisbane, Perth and Hobart.
