This September the Gambaro community came together once again, raising an extraordinary $450,000 for prostate and palliative care at The Wesley—bringing their incredible total to over $2 million across more than a decade of unwavering support.

This isn’t just another fundraising milestone. It’s a testament to what happens when a community decides to make hope their mission.

“For our family, prostate cancer became more than a medical diagnosis—it became a mission,” John Gambaro reflects. “We don’t just raise funds, we raise awareness. We create connections. We build a support network that catches men before they fall.”

Behind every dollar raised sits a story of people understanding that sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is simply show up for someone facing their darkest hour.

Dr Troy Gianduzzo speaks with deep gratitude about their impact: “The evolution of our prostate cancer program is a testament to collaborative community support. We’re seeing remarkable improvements in surgical outcomes—shorter hospital stays, reduced complications, and faster returns to normal life. The support we’ve received has allowed us to attract exceptional talent, creating a Centre of Excellence that benefits patients.”

The impact of this generosity extends far beyond medical equipment. Contributions have funded the Prostate Cancer Specialist Support Nurse position— a role that transforms the patient experience from the moment of diagnosis through recovery and beyond.

“Community support has fundamentally transformed our approach to prostate cancer care,” explains Dr Ross Fowler. “Our ongoing commitment is to integrate cutting-edge technologies with compassionate care, ensuring we’re not just treating a condition, but supporting the whole person. We couldn’t do that without support from the community.”

Support has also helped enhance the palliative care garden. A peaceful sanctuary where families can find moments of tranquillity during life’s most challenging chapters. More than just a physical space, this garden represents a profound commitment to compassionate care, offering a place where healing happens not just through medicine, but through connection, quiet reflection and the simple comfort of being surrounded by beauty when words aren’t enough.

John Gambaro’s vision has always been bigger than any single event: “This isn’t a fundraising mission. This is a lifeline. A promise that no one walks this journey alone. We’re building something bigger than ourselves—a community of support, of understanding, of hope.”

This community support weaves together into something remarkable, funding treatments, equipment and services that help patients return to the lives they love faster than ever before.