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For participating in Kitchener Kids with Cancer 2025

My Story…

I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your support of our team. This year, my mother and I will be participating in a charitable walk/run event to support children with cancer. I am deeply passionate about this event and eagerly anticipate it throughout the year. I am committed to assisting other children and families in navigating this challenging journey. I would greatly appreciate your assistance in helping me reach my goal. Thank you sincerely, Mateo

Description

On September 13th, 2025, I will be lacing up my shoes and participating in the Kitchener Kids with Cancer Run/Walk to raise awareness and funds for an incredible cause: The Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO).

Every year, over 4,500 families in Ontario face the unimaginable challenge of having a child undergoing cancer treatment or follow-up care. 

While more than 85% of children diagnosed with cancer in Ontario survive, 2/3 childhood cancer survivors are at increased risk of at least one late effect due to their cancer or its treatment.

The funds we raise will directly support:

  • Financial assistance for families to help cover out-of-pocket costs related to their child’s treatment

  • Support for survivors through personalized school and work counseling for those facing learning challenges due to their illness or treatment

  • Promising research that focuses on understanding the impact of childhood cancer and its long-term effects


Your support can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer. I’m excited to be part of this important cause and would greatly appreciate any contribution to help make a lasting impact.

To learn more about POGO visit you can read more about our inspiring stories here.  

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Sep 14 Joanna Mazza Mateo is an inspiration and a warrior. All the best to him and his family😊 $54.63
Sep 13 Simona Gagliostro Proud of you Mateo! Undisclosed amount
Sep 13 Alina Mateo: YOU ARE: - Brave - Strong - Amazing/Awesome - A Hero - Super - Wonderful - A Star - An Inspiration Love, mama $50.00
Sep 13 Lions Club $500.00
Sep 11 Shelley Houde Mateo, you and your family are inspirations . I lost my left eye to Retinoblastoma in 1961 and thankful for every day. Reach for the Stars! $108.31
Sep 10 Anonymous Way to go, Mateo! $25.00
Sep 10 Melissa Murray $27.80
Sep 09 M Miller You're so awesome, Mateo! We're cheering for you! $50.00
Sep 06 In memory of R. Paul Monteith Go Captain America, Go! You are an inspiration to many. $27.80
Sep 06 D&C KIBBLE You and your family are an inspiration to many, Mateo. Keep the faith. $27.80