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For participating in Servus Calgary Marathon 2025

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Help kids and youth with Juvenile Arthritis (JA) and rheumatic diseases see that #HopeFlares when we unite for stronger families, resilient youth and a cure!

In Canada, 3 in 1,000 kids face JA and related conditions like SJIA/Stills, lupus, fever syndromes, JDM and autoinflammatory disorders. These diseases can lead to chronic pain, disability, vision loss, mental health struggles, and even life-threatening complications—yet they remain drastically underfunded and overlooked, with only 20% awareness nationwide.

Team Cassie + Friends is Canada’s only movement 100% dedicated to the JA community. What began with one dad running in 2007 has grown into 750+ runners and thousands of donors rallying together annually for a pain-free future for kids!

By supporting our run/walk, you’ll directly support:

  • Groundbreaking research into precision medicine, mental health, and a cure

  • Vital resources like free medical equipment, financial aid, and Comfort Kits

  • Mentorship for youth and caregivers

  • Education and connection events for families

  • Advocacy for earlier diagnosis and equitable care

Together, we can bring hope, support, and brighter futures for kids facing lifelong challenges. 

Questions? Contact Marissa Sangers at marissa@cassieandfriends.ca

If registration cost is a barrier, ask about our Kids Run Free bursary program.

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
May 14 Great Aunty Myrna & Uncle Stan Go Riley 👍🏻 $54.31
May 12 Manser’s Way to go Ri! $107.72
May 04 Uncle Garry and Aunt Lee Undisclosed amount
May 04 Uncle Harvey and Auntie Hertha Go Riley! 💕 Undisclosed amount
May 04 Loretta Velders Great job Riley xo $107.72
May 03 Uncle Lorne and Aunt Edna Riley, We're here for you! $107.72
May 02 Laura Go Riley $27.60
May 02 Nadia & Mark $107.72
Apr 28 Gran Go Riley🦎 $267.96
Apr 28 Jim Schultz Way to go Riley $107.72