Turban Angels brighten the lives of cancer patients

For years, dedicated Lions volunteers in Yarrawonga have quietly united with a powerful mission: to sew, pack, and deliver turbans to cancer patients in need. Now, after years of tireless efforts, they’ve reached an extraordinary milestone worth celebrating.

Since the project was launched by Yarrawonga Lions Club in 2015, over 70,000 turbans have been distributed to oncology units all over Australia, and some overseas.

The project was founded by Yarrawonga Lions Club member, Debbie Van Corler, a cancer survivor herself.

The club affectionately refers to Debbie as the ‘Turban Mum’.

“The Lions Turban Angels are a group of dedicated volunteers who come together to sew headwear for cancer patients who are going through dark stages of their lives. The beautifully crafted turbans have now brightened the lives of 70,000 people going through chemotherapy,” says Debbie.

“We receive such wonderful messages from hospitals and recipients acknowledging what a difference this small gesture makes. We also love coming together to sew and pack the turbans. There’s always so much laughter in the room as we come together to do this important work.”

The Turban Angels not only make turbans for cancer patients but also bandanas for men and children.

Meeting every Tuesday, the group produces around 100 turbans, each taking about 20 minutes to complete.

They’re always in need of materials or donations, so reach out via the Yarrawonga Lions Club’s Facebook page if you’d like to help this incredible group here.