Our Story
In May 2022, at 4-years-old, Carter was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). The day we learned about his diagnosis, our world turned upside down. Our sweet and funny little boy who loves to wear super hero costumes, build legos and play outdoors with his friends was not able to complete his school year in junior kindergarten due to his chemotherapy treatment. After months of medical procedures and appointments in hospital, Carter has finally reached the Maintenance phase of his cancer journey. The friends that Carter has made at camp and Campfire Circle have helped to keep a smile on his face even on the toughest days.
Throughout Carter's journey, his positive attitude has never wavered, proving what a strong and fierce little boy he truly is—his journey (our family's journey) continues…
More About Carter - Things Carter Loves:
Playing with legos & video games
Sonic the Hedgehog
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Cowabunga dude!)
When Carter grows up he wants to be a police officer!
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 participation in the Sporting Life 10K 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.
Team members
Click on one of our team members below to make a donation.
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Gianina Gaitana
Raised: $1,513.85
Team captain
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Dennis Cafe
Raised: $365.29
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Jenny Dillomes
Raised: $107.91
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Esther MacWilliams
Raised: $54.24
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Emily Cho
Raised: $0.00
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Jay Exaltacion
Raised: $0.00
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John Edralin
Raised: $0.00
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Kristen Hall
Raised: $0.00
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Yorick Cho
Raised: $0.00
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| May 13 | Anonymous | $86.44 |
| May 13 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| May 13 | Mom and Dad | $215.26 |
| May 12 | Nancy Sun | $54.24 |
| May 11 | Nigel Menezes | Undisclosed amount |
| May 11 | John McLennan | $27.41 |
| May 10 | Rob D | $107.91 |
| May 08 | Jenny Dillomes | $107.91 |
| May 06 | Anonymous | $107.91 |
| May 01 | Saverio Tedesco | Undisclosed amount |
