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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.

Team members

Click on one of our team members below to make a donation.

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Mar 19 Millsteads Go S! And to our little JA warrior, Tommy and to all the other families and kiddos living with JA! #HopeFlares $54.31
Mar 18 Janet Mills Good Luck 🍀 $54.31
Mar 18 Beth Mills Go Stephanie! $107.72
Mar 18 Anonymous $107.72
Mar 18 Donna Reed Bravo Stephanie! $107.72
Mar 13 Anonymous $27.60