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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 22 Julie and Geoff Power $54.31
May 22 Anonymous Go team Fletcher! $107.72
May 22 Shauna Good luck!! Xo $27.60
May 21 Henry, James and Lewis Way to go Mickey! We love you so much! $54.31
May 21 Toryn and Casiya mcphail $107.72
May 20 Arlo Cheering you on!! $43.62
May 16 Kirstin Meadows $54.31
May 10 Anonymous Undisclosed amount
May 10 Ella & Brandon Colonna Great work guys! $54.31
May 10 marlene & keith $54.31