Welcome to our official newsletter Channel38 and to the first edition of 2024.
We have lots to share as we look forward to a busy and exciting year ahead.
This is where we share some of the very latest developments, events and stories involving our charity.
We also have a number of opportunities for YOU to get involved this month, if you’re interested in supporting DT38 and helping our work raising awareness of testicular cancer to help save men and boy’s lives.
It’s also a chance for us to pass on vital information about the work we do in communities, around schools as well as publicly showing gratitude for the many people who support us in our work.
Men and boys: Remember to check yourselves on the first of every month, it could save your life!
Running For DT38 in 2024
Taking on a marathon, half marathon or fun run can be a big challenge but knowing that each step you take is supporting a great cause can give you a brilliant boost during the toughest moments.
At DT38 we have been represented in races across the world from Toronto to London and we’re opening up an appeal for runners in 2024.
If you choose to run for DT38 this year, we’ll support you in your journey.
We’ll provide you with a gorgeous DT38 running pack, including a branded vest and trucker cap.
We’ll also support you on social media and share your progress and links to your fundraising page.
And we’ll gladly feature your achievement right here in Channel38, our official newsletter.
So, if you’re thinking of taking on a running challenge this year, then consider DT38 as your chosen charity.
You’ll be supporting our work raising awareness of testicular cancer, the most common form of the disease amongst young men in the world.
Once you’ve signed up to the race, please let us know tracylee@dt38.co.uk and we’ll get things moving.
Thank you!
DT38 Australia Awareness Match with Perth Glory
SAVE THE DATE: We’re excited to announce that the DT38 Australia Awareness Match 2024 will take place on February 17th at Perth Glory FC v Brisbane Roar FC.
DT38 will take centre stage at the A-League fixture at HBF Park and there will be a host of exciting activities to pay tribute to Dylan Tombides and raise awareness of testicular cancer.
If you’re able to come along to the game be sure to look out for the matchday mascots and all-important QR Code.
Hope to see you there. One Glory!
DT38 Cup 2024 Fixtures Announced
As a youth footballer Dylan Tombides represented two of his most local teams Perth SC and Stirling Macedonia FC.
We’re very proud to enjoy a wonderful relationship with both clubs today and every year the NPLWA sides compete for the DT38 Cup in Dylan’s memory.
The teams play each other home and away as part of their regular league season and dedicate the matches to Dylan’s memory.
They also invite us along and at one of the games we take centre stage for the day, giving us an important opportunity to raise awareness of testicular cancer and the importance of self-checking.
The fixtures have now been announced for 2024.
22nd March, 2024 – Perth Soccer Club v Stirling Macedonia FC, Dorrien Gardens, Perth WA
22nd June 2024 – Stirling Macedonia FC v Perth Soccer Club, Macedonia Park, Balcatta, Perth, WA
We’ll be revealing more details about the planned activities around the games and we’d love it if you can join us!
DT38 Australia Golf Day – Time to Drive Change!
SAVE THE DATE: Tee off with us at the second DT38 Australia Golf Day on 14thMay, 2024.
The event will take place at the wonderful Joondalup Resort, Connolly, WA.
There will be a whole heap of fun along the way including side-competitions including nearest the pin and longest drive.
We’ll be releasing ticket information and more detail in due course.
And there are a range of exciting sponsorship opportunities, which we’re ready to discuss right now.
Contact donna.guiffre@dt38.com.au for more details.
Awareness Below the Belt 6
SAVE THE DATE: Our sixth annual White Collar Boxing event is to take place on November 17th, 2024.
Awareness Below the Belt 6 will be held at York Hall Bethnal Green, London, during the autumn international football break which is the ideal slot for Hammers fans far and wide.
The search is on for people to take part in this spectacular occasion, a fixture in the DT38 calendar which has been a tremendous success in previous years.
We’re looking for people of any gender over the age of 18 who have limited or no boxing experience to take part in a supervised bout at one of the world’s most prestigious boxing venues.
It’s the adventure of a lifetime!
For more iformation contact tracylee@dt38.co.uk
Henri Signs for DT38
We were thrilled to announce this month that Henri Lansbury has joined our team as a DT38 Ambassador.
The 33-year-old retired from football in 2023 having amassed 383 appearances across the 17 year career.
The midfielder has a very special connection to DT38.
He was at West Ham United at the same time as our very own Dylan Tombides and he has himself endured a battle with testicular cancer.
Henri is very keen to help DT38 raise awareness of the disease.
During his career Henri enjoyed spells at West Ham United, Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, Norwich and a number of other clubs.
He also represented England to Under 21 level.
In 2023, having decided to step away from the game, Henri began speaking publicly about his battle with testicular cancer.
You can read about it here: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-12701589/Henri-Lansbury-reveals-overcame-testicular-cancer-whilst-Nottingham-Forest-retired-star-discovered-lump-shower-training.html
We’re absolutely delighted to welcome you to the DT38 team Henri!
Paul Gilbert Reminds Men & Boys to Check Themselves Once a Month!
We were stoked when new DT38 Ambassador Paul Gilbert helped our Check 1-Two campaign this month.
Hammers fan Paul made this brilliant video which we gladly shared to remind you guys to check your testicles on the first day of every month.
It was the latest episode of our Check 1-Two campaign, which was launched in 2020 to encourage men and boys to take their testicular health into their own hands.
The clip was shared on New Year’s Day and every month on the first day we send out a message from a supporter or celebrity to help spread this vital information
In autumn 2023 we took Check 1-Two to the next level by launching the FREE DT38 E-Calendar which automatically sends a reminder to your smartphone calendar after sign up.
Did you know? Self-checking is simple, you can do it in bed, in the shower, on the couch or anywhere private, and it could save your life!
Early detection is so important when it comes to health issues such as testicular cancer and that’s why we’ll keep reminding you to get checking!
Keep an eye out for who’s going to make an appearance on February 1st.
Watch Paul’s video here:
DT38 Launches E-Calendar – A Timely Reminder
The new DT38 e-calendar uses technology to remind people to check themselves down under on the first of every month.
By signing up you are just a few clicks away from getting all the important DT38 dates you need automatically updated onto the calendar of your mobile phone, tablet or PC.
Tracy Tombides, Co-Founder of DT38, said: “We are very encouraged to see so many people signing up to our new scheme but I want to see more get involved.
“Our all new e-calendar is a great aid to remind people to check their testicles on the first of every month and it’s so easy to access, it could make all the difference.
“We also make sure that all key dates are in there for DT38, so subscribers have everything automatically updates on their phones and tablets and it’s completely free.
“There are only up-sides to our new e-calendar, so if you haven’t yet, I urge you to get involved.”
The innovation has primarily been introduced to enable more men and boys to check their testicles once a month, to pick up signs of anything unusual early on.
Here’s a reminder of the top benefits!
- Includes monthly reminder to check your testicles
- Automatically adds DT38 events to your mobile device calendar
- Compatible with Apple, Google, Microsoft & many other digital calendars
- Easy sign-up & synchronisation
- Available NOW on the dt38.org homepage
- It’s completely FREE
So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to subscribe here dt38.org
Become a DT38 Ambassador
Would you like to become an Ambassador of DT38 alongside the likes of Tom Davis, Declan Rice, Mark Noble, Sam Kerr & Carlton Cole?
A whole host of top folks from the world of football and beyond have been offering their time and support to DT38 for years and now we’re offering prestigious Ambassador roles to the open world for the first time.
If you think you can support DT38 and our work raising awareness of testicular cancer, check out our registration page where you’ll find out more information and how you can get involved.
If you become a DT38 you’ll be added to the Ambassadors page on our UK and Australia websites alongside many superstars from the world of football and beyond and just think how good it could look on your CV!
We’ll also send you a merchandise pack of goodies to help you spread the word!
Find out more and register here: https://dt38.org/oldsite1/become-an-ambassador/
Recycle Your Empty Cartons in WA and Help DT38 (and the Planet)
It is now SO EASY to support DT38 when you recycle your food and household cartons in Western Australia.
We are a nominated charity to benefit from Containers For Change and with the launch of the new “mobile pass” it is easier than ever to help us and the planet at the same time!
There are three simple steps to help the environment and our charity through this initiative.
1. Collect eligible containers
Most aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard drink containers between 150ml and 3L are eligible.
2.Take them to a refund point
There are different types of refund points across Western Australia, so find the right one for you.
3. Earn a refund or donate
You’ll receive 10 cents for every eligible container you return which you can keep or DONATE.
We benefit from cartons you deposit at Containers For Change drop off points in WA and with the new mobile pass you can register your deposits to DT38 and download our scheme ID to your mobile wallet so it’s there every time you need it.
To access the DT38 Mobile Pass: https://www.pass2u.net/d/hhcpL4hpCPpt?t=qr_code&openExternalBrowser=1
For more information Containers For Change pay them a virtual visit https://www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/
Help keep men & boys safe & win a pack of DT38 goodies!
This is your chance to snaffle a box of fantastic DT38 merchandise and help raise awareness of the risks of testicular cancer at the same time.
For a chance of winning a pack of goodies including a DT38 book, tee-shirt & hoodie, all you need to do is send us a video of you/friends/family spreading the message “Check Yourselves Down Under on the 1st of Every Month with DT38” and if we share yours on the 1st of the month on our social media channels, you’ll win the prize!
What are you waiting for? Time to get creative and send us in your videos via facebook, Twitter or to tracylee@dt38.co.uk
Many Happy Returns
A fantastic five birthdays were celebrated this January across the DT38 gang!
We kicked off a quintet of celebrations this month on January 8th with the 45th birthday of DT38
Ambassador and former Socceroo Simon Colosimo.
DT38 Australia Committee Member Alex Christian enjoyed his birthday on January 13th and a day later DT38 Ambassador and England star Declan Rice was 25.
Ebbsfleet United FC player Matthias Fanimo was 30 on January 28th and the very next day Crewe Alexandra FC midfielder Jack Powell was also 30, both are proud DT38 Ambassadors.
Many Happy Returns one and all!
Picture of the Month
We just adore it when you share brilliant images of you supporting DT38, we get loads, please keep at it!
Each month, for fun, we select of our “Picture of the Month”.
To kick of 2024, we’ve gone for this lovely image of the Wyatt family visited Dylan’s portrait inside London Stadium, the home of West Ham United FC.
Meet Neil, Sasha, Lenny and Tegan who searched out the tribute and took some time to remember Dylan.
We love the Wyatts and we love this piccie.Thanks for sharing. Come on you Irons!
Sharing the Love
We are so grateful to more than 35,000 people who follow and support us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Every month we receive so many shares, Retweets, likes and tags and we’re so grateful for each and every one of them, thank you.
And that brings to end this issue but we’ll be back with the next edition of Channel38 in February.
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