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Help Tonja raise money

For participating in Royal Victoria Marathon and the Royal Flush Virtual Series

My Story…

I am walking the 8k route this year with my dear friend, Cheryl, as my cheerleader at my side.  This will be a physical challenge for me but minor by comparison to the challenges youth in our community face everyday.  Thoughts of suicide and symptoms of depression and anxiety feel overwhelming and often unbearable for so many.  NEED2 is an agency whose mission it is to provide support to youth who are struggling and prevent deaths by suicide. That is why I chose to fundraise for this agency.  

I have struggled with my own symptoms of depression and anxiety since our motorcycle accident.  Part of my depression has been not being able to run due to my hip and back injuries.  I admit I have felt angry and helpless.  However, with a great deal of support I am committed to moving beyond feeling so stuck.  This walk is part of my journey of healing and recovery.  I might not be able to run... but I am going to walk 8 kilometres and have FUN while doing it! 

I know this pandemic has been challenging financially for so many.  My hope is that you might be able to make a donation (of any amount) to my fundraising walk and/or please share this page with your friends/family if you so desire. 

Thank you to everyone for your love and support!

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Oct 12 Kristie Robbins Like you I had many thoughts of my previous races. Unlike me, you were back out there! I applaud you. Well done! CA$54.31
Oct 09 Randy Wong CA$27.60
Oct 09 Kokua Dog Behaviour Training Chica supports you on your walk! 🐾 🐕 She hopes all the training has been worth it! CA$107.72
Oct 01 Phillippa Way to go Tonja!! Undisclosed amount
Sep 27 Jan Stretch You are such an inspiration!! Undisclosed amount
Sep 25 Diane You’re amazing Tonja! Undisclosed amount
Sep 23 Evangeline Ross Way to go AT!! You are such a wonderful role model and insiration. Love you!! Undisclosed amount
Sep 23 Jacqueline Ross I’m so proud of you, AT! Undisclosed amount
Sep 18 Orion Starprincess CA$27.60
Sep 18 Margaret Proud of you both for doing this Undisclosed amount