My team
My Story
On May 14th, I am honoured to be participating in the Sporting Life 10K, as member of the Benjamin the Brave team, to raise money for Campfire Circle.
My niece, Kaitlin, and her husband, Dave, are the amazing parents of the team's namesake. Benjamin is the most amazing five year old who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer (Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis) in January 2022. Since then, Benjamin has been a true super hero, approaching his illness, chemo and many tests and procedures with such strength, bravery, positivity, and zest for life, inspiring his Aunt Gail and all those who interacted with him throughout this journey.
On chemo days, Campfire Circle staff were at Sicks Kids doing crafts and activities with Ben, ensuring he was having fun doing kids stuff while enduring treatment that no kid should have to. They really made a difference to his experience.
I am thrilled to report that Ben is now cancer-free. Please support Campfire Circle who truly do help heal through happiness.
Description
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 12 | Paul Richey | $242.10 |
| May 09 | Olga Plesko | $54.24 |
| Apr 30 | Patricia Lorimer | $54.24 |
| Apr 30 | Ruth R | $107.91 |
| Apr 30 | Kathy Lloyd | Undisclosed amount |
| Apr 29 | Diane Crocker | $107.91 |
| Apr 28 | Debbie V | $107.91 |
| Apr 28 | Liz F. | $107.91 |
| Apr 27 | Lydia Lebed | $107.91 |
| Apr 27 | Kim Kalata | $27.41 |
