SEPTEMBER is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and this year National Cupcake Day 4 Kids with Cancer will be held on September 24 at 63 participating malls across the country.
Cupcakes of Hope is a non-profit company that aims to create awareness and raise funds for children with cancer through their love of baking cupcakes. Last year Cupcakes of Hope raised R1.5 million on National Cupcake Day 4 Kids with Cancer. This money has helped more than 500 patients by paying for their medical or other day-to-day expenses.
Cupcakes of Hope also spoils patients on their birthdays and organises special “end of treatment” surprises.
Sandy Cipriano, founder of Cupcakes of Hope, says, “It is amazing to see how the whole community gets involved to help these brave little patients.” On the 24th members of the public can visit any participating mall where, for a R10 donation, they will receive a delicious cupcake that has been made with love.
Centres participating in the Kempton area are East Rand Mall and Greenstone Shopping Centre.
Although the main fundraising event happens in September, Cupcakes of Hope holds awareness events throughout the year. Schools, companies and individuals can host their own Party of Hope by registering online. Once registered, they will receive a free Angel Party Pack that includes awareness pamphlets, baking cups, badges and balloon – everything you need to prepare for your Party of Hope.
Cupcakes of Hope has designed an infographic to help educate parents on the early warning signs of childhood cancer. This is now available in 16 languages on their website, www.cupcakesofhope.org
