Our story…
This fundraising goal is very personal for Mara. In May, 2023, their mom found a lump. It turned out to be stage IV Triple Negative Breast cancer, and she was given 8-12 months to live. As of May 2026, she's still here thanks to the incredible team at BC Cancer, but treatment options are running out, and Mara made the decision to move back to be able to support and care for their mom. At the same time, decided to sign up and run their first full marathon, in drag.
Growing up, Ms. Hamerton was a coach, key supporter and cheerleader for Mara's athletic career before their transition, and now has continued to be a fierce advocate and proud supporter of her trans athlete kid.
With this fundraiser, they hope to be able to give back just a bit to what they owe to BC Cancer for the time it's bought their family.
Please consider supporting not only this running clowns antics, but also the life-saving and life-extending work being done at BC Cancer Foundation.
Description
The BC Cancer Foundation raises funds for BC Cancer to support world-leading scientists and clinicians across the province — as they advance global innovation and accelerate access for all British Columbians to cutting edge cancer care, close to home.
Your generous donations fund crucial advancements in cancer research and care at BC Cancer, helping save lives of British Columbians.
Team members
Click on one of our team members below to make a donation.
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Mara Thong
Raised: CA$350.76
Team captain
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| May 20 | Anne Yurkowski | CA$107.72 |
| May 19 | Marilyn Hussey | CA$107.72 |
| May 19 | Mike Hamerton | CA$107.72 |
| May 19 | Mads | CA$54.31 |
| May 19 | Linda Adams | CA$25.00 |
| May 19 | Patti | CA$107.72 |
| May 18 | Cheryl Martin | CA$54.31 |
| May 18 | David Fuller | CA$107.72 |
| May 18 | Tanya, Brian, Emmalyn & Maisie | Undisclosed amount |
| May 18 | Anonymous | CA$27.60 |
