Cupcake Angels raise funds for childhood cancer
Cupcakes of Hope raised a whopping R2.3 million across the country on National Cupcake Day. These funds will be used to assist children who have cancer.
CUPCAKE Angels were out in full force at Galleria Mall on September 28 for National Cupcake Day, selling cupcakes and raising funds in aid of childhood cancer.
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Cupcakes of Hope, a non-profit company and public benefit organisation, raises awareness of childhood cancer and provides funds for about 200 patients each month who need medical and financial assistance. This is predominantly done through its annual Cupcakes 4 Kids with Cancer drive.
Mall coordinator Shyanne Kanayee said that although they made 50% less than last year, they had a good day. “We are grateful to all who came out to sponsor cupcakes, buy and show their love, including the Amanzimtoti and Kingsburgh Lions,” she said.
In addition, Chris Botes, a 17-year-old brain cancer survivor, was there to sell bracelets in an effort to raise funds for the organisation that assisted him through his journey. He and his friends at The Bridge Children’s Centre in Amanzimtoti are crafting exquisite beaded bracelets to raise R50 000.
This year, Cupcakes of Hope raised over R2.3 million from 74 malls across the country. In a statement, it thanked every person who baked, decorated, volunteered and donated towards the sweetest day of the year.
For more information, contact Shyanne Kanayee on 079 343 7291 or Emmie Barnard on 082 770 7998.
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