Description
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.
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Tara Dinyer
Raised: $1,402.21
Team captain
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Melanie Smith
Raised: $112.43
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Danielle Dinyer
Raised: $50.00
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Jeff Dinyer
Raised: $50.00
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David Elston
Raised: $0.00
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Desiree Reiach
Raised: $0.00
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Ian Vincent
Raised: $0.00
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Jeremy Smith
Raised: $0.00
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Kelli Ford
Raised: $0.00
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Lindsay Reiach
Raised: $0.00
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Lyla Ford
Raised: $0.00
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Nicolette Jacobs
Raised: $0.00
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Rebecca Wilson
Raised: $0.00
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Ruth Mardlin
Raised: $0.00
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Sam Vincent
Raised: $0.00
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Sharon Boland
Raised: $0.00
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23 | Betty Lou Munro | $54.63 |
| Oct 23 | Cheryl | $54.63 |
| Oct 22 | Marilyn Helm | $27.80 |
| Oct 22 | Jeremy and Melanie Smith | $54.63 |
| Oct 22 | Ben and Lindsay | $54.63 |
| Oct 22 | Darren and Angie Vanbesien | $108.31 |
| Oct 20 | Tammy Coles | $54.63 |
| Oct 07 | Michael W. K. Chan | $108.31 |
| Oct 03 | Krista and fam | $27.80 |
| Oct 03 | Anne-Marie DePape | $25.00 |
