Locals urged to attend or host a Cuppa for CANSA

The Cancer Association of South Africa’s (CANSA) annual Cuppa for CANSA brought family, friends, colleagues and social groups together while supporting CANSA’s vital healthcare mission of fighting cancer.

Cuppa events raise funds for CANSA to offer early detection through cancer education, breast, prostate, and skin screenings, patient care and support that includes community home-based care, wig and medical equipment hire and stoma care assistance.

Participants can choose to host a Cuppa or attend as a guest.

Anita Snyders, CANSA’s national sustainability manager, said the initiative was one of their most popular campaigns because of the public’s support.

This year’s Cuppa theme is ‘With Friends – Like Teas’, expressing the fun, warm, caring and compassionate time that being with friends makes a person feel.

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“One of my favourite sayings is, ‘Friendship is not about who you spend the most time with. It’s about who you have the best time with.’ I think Cuppa events embody this beautifully,” Snyders added.

According to the organisation, once diagnosed or indirectly affected, cancer patients, loved ones and caregivers need a friend.

CANSA committed to giving people with cancer information, resources, day-to-day help and emotional support for over 90 years.

The public was invited to host the event.

The first step is to register on the Cuppa for CANSA website or email adewitt@cansa.org.za.

Individuals and corporates can register as hosts.

A regional CANSA staff partner is assigned to provide support with the event.

Hosts can enter the national Cuppa for CANSA competition to win prizes. This competition is open for registration from this month.

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To host a Cuppa event from August until October, nominations close at midnight on October 31.

Limited edition Cuppa for CANSA merchandise is available for purchase.

Other prizes include Body Kind sports bras by Lisa Raleigh, air fryers and a Lisa Raleigh bounti Bungee Studio Pro rebounder valued at R4 000 for the host raising the most funds.

The organisation thanked Five Roses, the official tea partner.

Hosts can host events under this year’s theme, ‘With Friends – Like Teas’, or choose their theme. Cuppas can also mark a special day or occasion, such as a birthday or anniversary, in aid of CANSA.

It is up to the hosts to tie in aspects such as décor, beverages, and snacks with the theme.