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For participating in 5KM Walk/Run for Thalassemia - Toronto 2026

Our story…

Dear family & friends,

Our beautiful granddaughter Maria was born with Beta Thalassemia Major, an inherited blood disorder that requires lifelong treatment. 

Every month, Maria goes to SickKids for blood transfusions. From such a young age, she has shown us what true strength and courage look like, facing it all with an incredible spirit that continues to inspire our entire family.

Thalassemia has become very personal to me. Over the past year, I have become more involved with the Thalassemia Foundation of Canada, and I am proud to be co-chairing this year’s Thal Walk. My hope is to help raise awareness, support families living with Thalassemia, and contribute to the research and advancements that can give Maria and others like her the healthiest and brightest future possible.

Every donation, no matter the amount, supports this important work and brings us closer a cure.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting Maria. It means more to our family than I can express.

With love and gratitude,

Charlene & Dino
Proud Gigi & Nonno ❤️



Help us raise money for Thalassemia Foundation of Canada

Team members

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Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Sep 11 Pat & Mike What a wonderful thing you are doing for your precious granddaughter and the whole family! CA$54.63
Sep 11 Belinda Matala and James Russell Always happy to support you and a great cause! CA$161.98
Sep 11 Yvonne and Ed Boomer Great cause, Charlene and Dino! Hoping that they can find a cure. CA$269.32
Sep 10 Emma Guizzetti Breda ❤️ CA$269.32
Sep 10 Jenny Smith They're very lucky to have you lead the fundraising walk, and I am happy to support you and such an important cause. CA$54.63
Sep 10 John and Kim Rossos We hope a cure is found soon! Wishing you and your beautiful family all the best wishes. ❤️ CA$250.00
Sep 10 Cathy Park Go Charlene! So great that you're doing this, raising funds and awareness! xo Cathy CA$108.31
Sep 10 CJ Hugs and support For your beautiful grandbaby D! CA$54.63
Sep 10 CJ Wonderful cause! CA$54.63
Sep 10 Karen & Bob CA$54.63