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I often think about how far Naomi and our family have come from this time last year. ❤️
That said, life will never truly be the same. I am so grateful, but I take nothing for granted - the fear is real. My new mantra is “think positive, test negative” and I repeat it to myself whenever those fears crop up. Healing from trauma is a huge and ongoing reality for families affected by paediatric cancer.
A chance to heal is one of the many wonderful things that Campfire Circle provides to families such as ours. It’s a place for families to form new memories, for oncology kids to just be kids, for siblings of patients to meet others who understand, and for parents to connect. And this is in addition to the day-to-day programming the camp provides for oncology kids at Sickkids.
On May 14th, Team Nomi will once again be running in the Campfire Circle/SportingLife 10km run. Last year we raised $25,000 thanks to the generous donations of our friends and families. It takes $2,500 to send one child to camp for a week. This year we hope to send two extra kids to camp by raising $30,000.
Thank you for your generosity in supporting kids and families affected by paediatric cancer. ❤️
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Help bring joy and laughter to kids affected by cancer or serious illness
A diagnosis of childhood cancer or serious illness changes life in an instant. For kids and families, their schedule suddenly revolves around medical appointments and hospital stays, with long absences from school. There is no time for simple joys like friendships, birthday parties or sport activities.
Campfire Circle is passionate about helping kids to just be kids, once again. By supporting their in-hospital, community and overnight camp programs, you will help bring joy and laughter to kids and families during their most challenging times, at no cost to them.
As part of the Campfire Circle community, you are helping to create opportunities year-round for kids to build friendships and social skills, develop self-confidence and resiliency, and improve their overall wellbeing.
More than a thousand kids were diagnosed with cancer during the pandemic—the need is greater now more than ever. Your support ensures that Campfire Circle’s critical camp-inspired programs will reach even more kids and families across Ontario. Your gift makes life-changing experiences possible.
Thank you for helping to build a world where children thrive and families heal.
Achievements
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| May 16 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| May 14 | Chris Buchanan | $107.91 |
| May 13 | Anonymous | $66.00 |
| May 13 | The Burbidge’s | $54.24 |
| May 13 | Andrea McEwan | Undisclosed amount |
| May 13 | Monica Kronfli | $54.24 |
| May 12 | Lisa Wilder | $54.24 |
| May 10 | Claire and Kasper | $54.24 |
| May 09 | Trish, Scotty & Navy | Undisclosed amount |
| May 08 | Liz Drayton | Undisclosed amount |
