A Unique Funding Model
Established 2011 · Founded by Clyde Campbell, diagnosed at 44
In Parkinson's research across Australia
Funded and completed or underway
Partnering across Australia
100% to research
Every dollar raised for Shake It Up at The Catalyst Gala will support science, not administration costs.
Global validation
All funded research is assessed and validated by MJFF's expert scientific panel, then monitored by formally trained PhDs — eliminating redundancy and maximising global impact.
Global Partnership Recognition
Shake It Up Australia Foundation
The partnership ensures prominent visibility with Shake It Up Australia featured across all communication platforms — gala materials, digital assets, event signage and ongoing campaign communications.
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Shake It Up Australia Foundation co-funds Parkinson's research in partnership with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research — the world's largest private funder of Parkinson's research — ensuring every project supported is scientifically validated and globally connected.