Your support matters
The support from our local communities is pivotal to our success. We value and welcome your involvement. You can support us by:
- donating
- volunteering
- becoming a consumer representative and playing a role in healthcare planning.
Better Foundation
The Better Foundation was created in 2016 to support Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospitals.
Westmead Hospital Foundation
Established in 1990, the foundation supports the delivery of patient care and hospital-based medical research.
Donate to the Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre
Our researchers are improving early detection methods, developing more targeted treatments, and enhancing patient care across Western Sydney.
Your donation helps make Western Sydney a centre for world-class cancer research and care. Every contribution supports new discoveries and better outcomes for people affected by cancer.
Choose how your donation helps
You can choose:
- how much you’d like to give
- how your donation will be used
- which facility your donation supports — Westmead or Blacktown.
Ways your donation can make a difference
Cancer research
Support research that leads to better cancer detection, diagnosis, treatment, and care for patients and families.
Patient services fund
Past donations have funded many improvements across the Sydney West Cancer Network. These include specialised equipment, comfortable seating, and artwork that helps create a welcoming and supportive environment.
Cancer care coordinators
Our cancer care coordinators are often the first point of contact for patients and families. They offer support, information, and guidance to help people navigate their care after a cancer diagnosis.
How to donate
All donations over $2 are tax deductible. Your one off donation can be made:
In person
Visit the Westmead Hospital Cashiers Office, Level 2 (near Post Office) advising them that you would like to make a donation to Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre, Cost Centre: 433267.
Direct debit
Entity: Western Sydney Local Health District
Bank name: ANZ Banking Group
Account name: HSS GF – Central Receipting ANZ
BSB No: 012-699
Bank Account No: 824403001
Reference: Your Surname CPMCC Westmead
Swift Code for Overseas Deposits: ANZBAU3MXXX
On the day you make your donation, email WSLHD-SWCN@health.nsw.gov.au with your name and donation details.
We’ll make sure your donation is directed to the right area and send you an email receipt.
Volunteer with us
Our volunteers are an invaluable resource. They make a significant contribution to help us meet our ongoing commitment to deliver modern, quality healthcare and make Western Sydney the healthiest place to live in NSW.
You can volunteer with us by:
- spending time with patients and families, offering support or activities
- fundraising for special equipment purchases
- providing spiritual comfort to those in need
- making community group visits on special occasions throughout the year.
Where you can volunteer
Auburn Hospital volunteers perform countless tasks that add an extra special touch to our patients' journey.
Benefits
- social interaction
- training
- recognition and more.
Requirements
All volunteers need to:
- be 18 years or over
- be double vaccinated against COVID-19
- have or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check, which is free for volunteers
- be looking for an ongoing role with a regular weekly commitment (holidays, etc. can be accommodated)
- have or be willing to get appropriate vaccinations (for patient interacting roles only).
How to apply
Apply to volunteer at Auburn Hospital or call (02) 8759 3000
Blacktown Hospital offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients, visitors and hospital staff.
Benefits
- training
- flexible roles to suit family, work or study needs
- supportive and friendly team culture.
Requirements
All volunteers need to:
- be 18 years or over
- commit to a minimum shift each week
- commit to volunteering for at least 12 months
- have no criminal history of violence, drug offences, sex offences or crimes against children
- have or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check, when requested
- be fully vaccinated (depending on the role chosen) and be willing to provide evidence when requested
- contribute skills and experience gained from previous work or volunteer experience.
How to apply
Mount Druitt Hospital offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients, visitors and hospital staff.
Benefits
- training
- flexible roles to suit family, work or study needs
- supportive and friendly team culture.
Requirements
All volunteers need to:
- be 18 years or over
- commit to a minimum shift each week
- commit to volunteering for at least 12 months
- have no criminal history of violence, drug offences, sex offences or crimes against children
- have or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check, when requested
- be fully vaccinated (depending on the role chosen) and be willing to provide evidence when requested
- contribute skills and experience gained from previous work or volunteer experience.
How to apply
Westmead Hospital offers a fast-paced, rewarding environment for volunteers to develop new skills and gain hands-on experience in a healthcare setting.
Join our diverse and passionate team of volunteers and make a positive impact on the lives of patients, visitors and hospital staff. Volunteer roles include:
- Guides – assist visitors in navigating their way around the hospital
- Concierge – welcome visitors and offer information about available support services
- Buggy drivers – transport visitors across the hospital grounds
- Administration support – in hospital departments
- Fundraising volunteers – help our fundraising store and support various fundraising initiatives
- Hospital support programs – assist with hospital support services to improve our patient and visitor experience.
Benefits
- training
- flexible roles to suit family, work or study needs
- supportive and friendly team culture.
Requirements
All volunteers need to:
- be 18 years or over
- have the flu vaccine
- commit to 1 day per week for a year
- have or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check, when requested
- have or be willing to get appropriate vaccinations. We can organise these in hospital when you start volunteer training with us. You do not have to wait.
How to apply
Become a community representative
We value the contributions patients, carers, families and our communities make in improving the quality and safety of our services.
To learn about our different local health councils and how you can shape the decisions we make, visit the Western Sydney LHD consumer representatives page.
Contact Western Sydney LHD
More options to contact us.
For general enquiries, complete our online enquiry form.