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Help Krista raise money

For participating in SwimBowen 2025

My Story…

I’m so looking forward to my 4th year participating and 3rd time swimming the 1500m event. This year, I’m excited to join my Bowen Bay training buddies Anna and Mary on Team 3 Swimming Sistahs!

My youngest brother is living with a rare terminal cancer. I’m very familiar with the fear, anxiety and stress of time in treatment; of the many hours spent in transit, or in preparation, or simply waiting for a doctor to call. Because he lives so far away it’s hard to feel helpful, so I’m compelled to participate here, where I can, supporting others.  

I’ve lead teams, organized and participated in so many cancer research fundraising events over the years. SwimBowen is different. It feels different. There’s a real connection to community and to the actual people who directly benefit from the fundraising. Even before moving here in 2021, I knew I wanted to be involved with SwimBowen. That goal pushed me to overcome my fear of ocean swimming. It’s now something I absolutely love and enjoy. 

I know how impactful a Cancer Care Fund gift is for a person in treatment, so I’m thrilled to swim for my community again this July. Thank you for your support!

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Donate to help [participant] raise funds for SwimBowen's Cancer Care Fund assisting Bowen Islanders in active cancer treatment!

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Jun 27 Karen Clancey Have a great swim!! CA$214.54
Jun 26 Anna Marie CA$54.31
Jun 24 Sybil and Tom Hennebury So happy to contribute to this cause and fundraising effort. All good wishes for much success. CA$107.72
Jun 23 Colleen Little CA$107.72
Jun 23 Nova Coffee Great way to show your support! CA$107.72
Jun 23 Susan MacDonald & Norm Wuschke CA$107.72
Jun 23 Joyce Good for you Krista. You inspire me! CA$54.31
Jun 23 Karen McEwen Such a wonderful cause! All the best to you and your family 😊 CA$54.31
Jun 23 Kate and Brian TP Glad to donate to this wonderful little organisation that can! CA$54.31
Jun 23 Janet Archibald CA$27.60