Honouring our Sunshine Girl by backing better care where it matters most.
Honouring Phoebe by backing better care where it matters most.
Through community, connection, and purpose, we’re continuing Phoebe’s legacy in a way that creates real, lasting impact.
About us
There was a moment everything changed
We didn't plan to start a foundation, we were simply trying to find our way through something no one prepares you for.
Before the accident there was her - full of life, light and love. The sun to people around her.
Losing Phoebe changed everything, but it didnt change what she gave, we carry her light forward in a differnt way.
We didn't choose this path - but we chose what to do with it.
This is where light begins again...
We didn’t plan this foundation—only to find our way through something no one prepares you for.
We carry Phoebe’s light forward.
We didn’t choose this path—but we chose what to do with it
We didn't plan to start a foundation, we were simply trying to find our way through something no one prepares you for.
Before the accident there was her - full of life, light and love. The sun to people around her.
Losing Phoebe changed everything, but it didnt change what she gave, we carry her light forward in a differnt way.
We didn't choose this path - but we chose what to do with it.
This is where light begins again...
Her Story
The Phoebe Dawson Foundation was established in late 2025 to honour the vibrant legacy of our “Sunshine Girl,”
Phoebe Kate Barnet Dawson a wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, died tragically in a car accident on 19th February 2024 aged 31 years.
Phoebe lived with a rare kind of energy - full of warmth, empathy, and a deep commitment to helping others. She discovered her calling while working in a remote village medical centre in Kenya, and went on to build a meaningful career in nursing. From the frontlines of respiratory and oncology care to supporting the COVID-19 vaccination effort, Phoebe dedicated her life to improving the health and wellbeing of others.
Phoebe’s spirit continues to shine through the work of this Foundation. Today, we carry her passion forward by raising funds and awareness for charities that support children and families through challenging times.
Phoebe lived with a rare kind of energy - full of warmth, empathy, and a deep commitment to helping others.
Though we lost her in early 2024, her spirit continues to shine through this Foundation.
Today, we carry her passion forward - supporting children and families through challenging times.
Phoebe lived with a rare kind of energy - full of warmth, empathy, and a deep commitment to helping others.
Though we lost her in early 2024, her spirit continues to shine through this Foundation.
Today, we carry her passion forward - supporting children and families through challenging times.
Our Mission
We exist to honour Phoebe by supporting the causes she cared about most - helping families navigate life’s hardest moments.
We proudly back organisations like Bear Cottage, Angel Flight and Olive & Kin - helping provide respite, support, and access to care where and when it’s needed most.
We continue this impact through the Sun Run & Cole Classic and the Phoebe Dawson Gala - bringing people together to raise vital funds and keep Phoebe’s spirit alive.
Join us - through events, fundraising, or simply showing up.
Together, we keep her light going.
We exist to honour Phoebe by supporting the causes she cared about most.
We proudly back organisations like Bear Cottage, Angel Flight and Olive and Kin - helping provide respite, support, and access to care where and when it’s needed most.
We continue this impact through the Sun Run & Cole Classic and the Phoebe Dawson Gala—bringing people together to raise vital funds and keep Phoebe’s spirit alive.
Join us—through events, fundraising, or simply showing up.
Together, we keep her light going.
We bring people together to create real impact - We connect people, raise funds, and back services that make a real difference when it matters most
Impacts
“Our Louis Bear has become the symbol and representative of our late son… He’s a special reminder of him and is included in every special family photo shoot and on family holidays. We treat him as the son we wish we still had.
I can’t imagine not having him to hold onto in our son’s place.”
James and Amy - Louis Parents
Bear Cottage Family
Family Support
Helping families access care, travel, and vital services when they need it most.
“We treat him as the son we wish we still had… I can’t imagine not having him to hold onto.”
— Bear Cottage Family
