Jodi Lee's battle with stage IV bowel cancer, diagnosed in 2006 at the age of 39, led to her death in 2010 and highlighted the critical need for early detection. In her memory, the Jodi Lee Foundation was established to promote awareness and screening for bowel cancer, aiming to save lives through early detection initiatives. The foundation has seen significant growth, raising nearly $1 million and achieving recognition for its efforts to improve bowel cancer awareness and screening in Australia.