Goal $8,000
Fundraising for Cancer Council
Cancer Council
Shitbox Rally Winter 2024
$11,456
Raised
143%
Our Story …

Joel and Max are pleased to announce that we're taking part in Shitbox Rally Winter 2024! We will be driving our shitbox (car worth less than $1500) from Melbourne to Alice Springs taking the road less travelled through some of the best corrugated dirt roads and bulldust Australia has to offer.


In past years we had talked about Shitbox Rally being an epic adventure and a challenge that we would like to do 'one day...'.However, recent unfortunate events have seen us sign up with a passion to raise money for Cancer Council.


Max lost one of his best friends Chelsea to bowel cancer. She was diagnosed at a terminal stage of illness at just 32 years of age, Chelsea was just entering the prime of her life with the world at her feet.

Chelsea loved a road trip as much as the destination so we're taking her on our journey through the desert.


Joel was diagnosed with CLL (Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia) in 2022. He has learnt first hand how valuable cancer research and access to clinical trials are. Fifteen years ago CLL was treated with monotherapy chemo' with limited success and harsh side effects, the new combinations of immunotherapy on offer these days continue to improve quality of life during treatment and increase effectiveness. After 12 months of venetoclax & obinutuzumab treatment only available to him through a clinical trial Joel was given the great news that he is in remission. The treatment drugs he was on have now been approved as the first-line standard of care for similar cases.


Shitbox Rally is the largest community lead fundraiser for Cancer Council in Australia and is now in its 14th year. Part of the participation is that all teams have to raise a minimum of $5,000 but most teams raise well above this amount as you can see with the Winter 2024 rally target set at $2,000,000 plus.


These funds go to Cancer Council and we are extremely proud to be doing our part to support such a worthy charity. The fundraising is the hard part, so any donation you can give is greatly appreciated. Please make sure to follow our progress via this page and the blog post below.

Help my campaign succeed
Share Now!
Here's what I'm doing …

Shitbox Rally is the adventure of a lifetime challenging participants and their cars, worth no more than $1,500, on a 7 day drive across Australia to raise money for cancer research.

The rally is not a race – it’s a fun, colourful, unpredictable adventure with participants travelling at their own pace in smaller groups. Vehicles often break down but “we never leave anyone behind” and each night is spent camping beneath the stars and celebrating the day’s achievements. It all adds up to an incredible opportunity to see Australia’s vast and beautiful countryside and make lifelong friends, many brought together after experiencing cancer themselves or seeing cancer impact family and friends.

Since it’s inception the rally has been the largest fundraiser for the Cancer Council nationally.

raised: $2,455,786
target: $2,000,000
donate now
STACKHATS Feed
showing 74 / 74
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Joel Crothers-stomps gave $1.00.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Shane McColl gave $50.00.
Good luck legends.
1 year ago
Thank-you kind sir. First donation was you!
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Owen Beebe gave $200.00.
Great cause, great team name, great blokes.
1 year ago
Thanks BBs. Great donation from some great people for a great cause.
1 year ago
Thanks BBs. Great donation from some great people for a great cause.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Paul Stevens gave $100.00.
Give em hell you two blokes. Cant wait to hear the stories
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Avalon Rodrigues gave $100.00.
Thank you guys ❤️
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Louisa & Mark Smith gave $100.00.
Sending love
1 year ago
Thanks Mark and Lou.
1 year ago
Thanks Mark and Lou.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Emily Gaito gave $50.00.
💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Derryn Riddle gave $50.00.
Good luck you mad bastards!!
1 year ago
Thanks for your donation Riddler- Appreciate it.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Mick Kennedy gave $200.00.
Onya fellas. Hope you make the 5K and the shitbox makes it to the Alice.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Amie John gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks Amy (I did that on purpose). I hope you are enjoying the new gig.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Erin Moody gave $100.00.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Cathy Robertson gave $20.00.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Saskia Stomps gave $200.00.
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation.
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Monique and David Bartlett gave $100.00.
Such a close cause to us all. Cannot wait to hear of the stories from this trip!!
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Lenore Hansen gave $100.00.
Good luck on the Rally guys!
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Nikeisha James gave $100.00.
I’m sorry to hear you’ve been going through this Danger. Wishing you well in your treatment and hope the rally is an unforgettable experience for you and Maxi xx
1 year ago
Thanks Nikeisha. All is going well.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Liam Field gave $20.00.
Onya fellas!
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Susannah Gillam gave $50.00.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Isobek Hawkins gave $100.00.
Ride on Stackhats!!
1 year ago
Thanks Isobek (Isobel). I hope you had a blast walking like an Egyptian. Also I'm sure you are enjoying NOT TEACHING! we will have to catch up soon.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Chris & Di Ridsdale gave $50.00.
Good luck, Joel
1 year ago
Thanks Ridsdale's, I really appreciate the support.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Travis White gave $50.00.
All the best Joel
1 year ago
Thanks Trav, I appreciate the support.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Triesha Hueneke gave $100.00.
Sounds like adventure for a good cause! Have fun!
1 year ago
Thanks Triesha and Wally. I'll keep everyone updated on how it's going.
1 year ago
Thanks Triesha and Wally. I'll keep everyone updated on how it's going.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Alison and Matt Ryan gave $50.00.
What an adventure!
1 year ago
Thanks Ali and Matt, I really appreciate the support.
1 year ago
Thanks Ali and Matt, I really appreciate the support.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Robyn Lyons gave $100.00.
Great work. Good luck with the adventure and those corrugated roads!
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Ashley Fruk gave $50.00.
Hope ya make it, gunna be an epic trip!
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Dean Cockerell gave $50.00.
Get em, Maxi!
1 year ago
STACKHATS
The Face Collective . gave $1,000.00.
Can't wait to see this adventure unfold!
1 year ago
Thanks Ayesha and all of The Face Collective crew. We appreciate the support. After all the time in the harsh Australian Desert you might have to get my head back to being this beautiful again.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
STACKHATS
<p>Firstly, a huge thank you to all those who have donated. We have surpassed our first milestone of $2500 by February. We have some sponsors (cheers Seasoned Plate https://seasonedplate.ca/ and The Face Collective https://thefacecollective.com.au/), but are always looking for more.</p><p></p><p>We have found our chariot, our bomb-a-bishi, our shitbox, a Mitsubishi 380. It's got a whirring noise while driving, possibly a wheel bearing issue- hopefully a hidden turbo spooling up; some door locking issues; lots of dents and a couple of flat tires. Currently the rear bumper is removed so that the rusty towbar could be removed, which exposed the rusty rear crash bar. I for one am fully confident that it will last the 4500kms! As long as we can get it roadworthy.</p><p></p><p>I have a sick paint job in mind and Max is going to live out his childhood fantasies- no not giving Dane Swan an oily rub down, but fitting a huge wing spoiler, bonnet scoop and vents. </p><p></p><p>I'll continue to update as we progress. </p><p></p><p>Peace-Out, Stackhats</p>
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Graeme Crothers gave $200.00.
Not sure about spending 4500km in a car with a Collingwood supporter when they're premiers but its your call Joel, good luck.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Brewster Hipik gave $30.00.
Wishing you and willing you both to the finish. All the best Brewster.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Anonymous gave $100.00.
1 year ago
STACKHATS
Grant and Kylie Corn gave $100.00.
Great job guys!
11 months ago
STACKHATS
Anonymous gave $50.00.
Good on you guys, I can’t believe I’m not going to be in Alice to meet you 🥲 But you’ll have a great time there, it’s a worthy destination 😁 Han
11 months ago
STACKHATS
Owen Beebe gave $100.00.
Best of luck Joel & Max, it’s a great cause. From Ray and Barb Beebe
10 months ago
STACKHATS
Vince Gordon gave $100.00.
Onya Max, tear this rally a new shitbox.
10 months ago
STACKHATS
Anonymous gave $500.00.
10 months ago
STACKHATS
Joseph Ceraso gave $100.00.
9 months ago
STACKHATS
Sara Mitchell gave $100.00.
In memory of our silver girl 🤍
9 months ago
STACKHATS
Ro Ro gave $50.00.
Best of luck! ❤️ you boyz
9 months ago
STACKHATS
Natasha Fedke gave $50.00.
Legends! ✨
9 months ago
STACKHATS
Antonino Faga gave $500.00.
Awesome cause.All the best boys. Maxi, keep your hands of Joel while driving.
9 months ago
STACKHATS
Trudy & Darren Allen gave $100.00.
Such a worthy cause! Enjoy and stay safe!
9 months ago
STACKHATS
James Costa gave $50.00.
9 months ago
STACKHATS
Angelica Matthews gave $50.00.
❤️ Mark & Angelica
9 months ago
STACKHATS
Lydia Crothers-Stomps gave $100.00.
9 months ago
STACKHATS
Tressider Insurance Brokers gave $390.00.
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Hayden and Maree Middlin gave $50.00.
Great news Joel. Keep healthy and enjoy the ride
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Anonymous gave $100.00.
Amazing!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Linda Rollo gave $100.00.
Best of luck Joel & Max - enjoy the adventure for a great cause Stewart & Linda
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Mit & Emily Kalayaboon gave $100.00.
Such a good cause! Can't wait for the updates and safe travels...we need you back in one piece on the volleyball court!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Ryan Baldwin gave $20.00.
Great cause Joel!!! I'm Sure you will have a blast!!! glad your in remission!!!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Kate Phillips gave $50.00.
Go for it Joel and Max! Have the best time and raise lots of money for Cancer Research!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Alison Wishart gave $100.00.
Go you hoon doggers!!! Safety first...stackhats, hehehe :) All the best with it all! :D
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Kim McHardy gave $50.00.
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Ash & Steve Irish gave $200.00.
Get after it ya beauties!!! Great people for a great cause. Make it to that finish line, miss ya!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
K-Dawg & DB Collins gave $100.00.
You better win ya wee bogan ❤️ Good luck lads! Amazing effort!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Lyn Armstrong gave $50.00.
Good luck on your travels. Hope you make the distance without any major mechanical difficulties. Lyn and Jim
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Bev Riddle gave $50.00.
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Dixie . gave $50.00.
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Karyn Harrington gave $50.00.
Great Effort for a Great Cause - have the time of your life
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Adam Korth gave $20.00.
Great work gents, good luck!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Jeremy Woolman gave $50.00.
Great work Guys!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Toshi Hirano gave $500.00.
Don't get bogged.
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Tyson D gave $30.00.
Go Joel and Team!! Hope you guys have a great time on tour!
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Cameron Turner gave $100.00.
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Anonymous gave $100.00.
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Cynthia and Brad Tresidder gave $200.00.
Good luck and enjoy !
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Stephanie A Salim gave $200.00.
Such a great initiative for cancer awareness. Gooooo Maxi and Joel! Be safe on the road guys! Ayumi and Sam x
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Sydney Aesthetic Studio gave $50.00.
Well done Max! Killing it. Nat and Anth
8 months ago
STACKHATS
Jason Katsambiris gave $50.00.
Get em Maxi
7 months ago
STACKHATS
Natalie Marino gave $50.00.
Safe Travels guys! Nat & Paul
7 months ago
STACKHATS
Liam Visser gave $100.00.
Onya JC, great effort for a great cause, car looks awesome too 👍
7 months ago
STACKHATS
$3,000.00 was received
Offline Funds
7 months ago
STACKHATS
Sophia Naughton gave $75.00.
Yeah boys!! Such a lovely rewarding thing to do xx.
Team Sponsors
The Impact, Outcomes & Charity

Shitbox Rally is a dedicated fundraising event for cancer research with funds going to Cancer Council.

Cancer Council is one of the largest non-government funders of cancer research in Australia. We conduct and fund research studies across all cancers and all stages of the cancer journey.

Thanks to the community funds raised such as Shitbox Rally we can fund world-class research that reduces the impact of cancer for everyone.

$50 million over the past 15 years has been raised by Box Rallies to date, supporting ground-breaking projects such as:

  • A research study to develop a vaccine that protects against lymphoma cancers.
  • A research trial to standardise international guidelines on melanoma removal.
  • A research grant to revolutionise the treatment of pancreatic cancer.

These projects wouldn’t be possible without your support.