Medical Fundraising Archives - Page 2 of 25

Kelby (52), Gauteng KTM die-hard, faces chemo post-ICU hopes to see his daughter say “I-do”

Aug 7, 2025

Kelby Parker’s life changed overnight when a ruptured colon abscess led to emergency ICU surgery and a Stage III colon cancer diagnosis. His community has now raised vital funds on BackaBuddy to keep him on the road to recovery.Kelby Parker’s life changed overnight when a ruptured colon abscess led to emergency ICU surgery and a Stage III colon cancer diagnosis. His community has now raised vital funds on BackaBuddy to keep him on the road to recovery.

Mobility Buddies Movement: Carel’s Epic Triathlon Inspires a Mission to Purchase One Wheelchair at a Time

Jul 30, 2025

When a fire left Carel Botha fighting to walk again, he found new purpose in helping others. His Extreme Triathlon quest didn’t just prove his resilience — it changed lives, raising funds for mobility buddies in need. Their journey continues, powered by gratitude and community spirit.

Brave Benoni Girl (7) Inspires Nation After Sudden Diabetes Diagnosis – and Kindness Pours In

Jul 25, 2025

Days before turning seven, Carley Meyer went from carefree playtime to ICU and a Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis. With her brother Riley by her side, she faces every day with courage—and you can help.

Support Carlos: Help the Campos family tackle Mounting Medical Bills for a Grandpa Gamer

Jul 23, 2025

Carlos Campos, affectionately known as “Abuelo Cazador,” is a retired IT pioneer and beloved grandfather from Johannesburg. Now facing severe health challenges and mounting medical costs, his family has launched a BackaBuddy crowdfunding campaign to help support his care. This is a story of tech, tenacity, and three generations united in love.

Nine-Year-Old from Pretoria Battles Leukemia Relapse with Global Support Behind Him

Jul 11, 2025

When 9-year-old Amogelang from Pretoria relapsed with leukemia, his mother Annah launched a heartfelt campaign for a life-saving bone marrow transplant. Their family’s faith, strength, and love shine through as they hold onto hope—one donation at a time.

Surrounded by Love, Fueled by Faith: Eldorét Visser’s Victory Over Breast Cancer

May 28, 2025

In the heart of Franschhoek, surrounded by vineyards and dreams, a wedding and events coordinator, Eldorét Visser (38), was living what seemed to be a fairy-tale life. Newly married and mother to a beautiful baby girl named Olivia (19 months), she was juggling the...

Pinetown Mother of Twins Battling Cancer Finds Unexpected Support from Employer and Donors

May 23, 2025

Buhle Dlamini (38) from Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, is a devoted mother of four-year-old twins and a hardworking domestic worker who has spent years caring for others. But after being diagnosed with aggressive cervical cancer in February, she now faces her own fight—for...

Family Races to Help Artistic 5-Year-Old Hear the World Before Grade 1

May 5, 2025

At just five years old, Caleb Alexander from Oudtshoorn has already walked a difficult road — from surgeries to correct club feet to recovering from facial burns as a toddler. Now, as he prepares to start Grade 1, his family faces a new challenge: helping Caleb...

Fighting Stage 4 Cancer, Cape Town Dad Runs to Raise Hope for Kids with Cancer

Apr 23, 2025

Aadam Forgan (43), from the Deep South of Cape Town, is preparing to run the Outeniqua Half Marathon on 26 April 2025—while bravely facing stage 4 colorectal cancer. Diagnosed in 2023, just months after his sister was also diagnosed with cancer, Aadam...

Recognising World Parkinson’s Day – A Call to Support, Understand, and Empower Those Impacted

Apr 11, 2025

April 11th marks World Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Day, a moment to unite in solidarity, educate the public, and highlight the voices of individuals and families navigating life with this complex neurological condition. Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a progressive...

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Kelby (52), Gauteng KTM die-hard, faces chemo post-ICU hopes to see his daughter say “I-do”

Mobility Buddies Movement: Carel’s Epic Triathlon Inspires a Mission to Purchase One Wheelchair at a Time

Brave Benoni Girl (7) Inspires Nation After Sudden Diabetes Diagnosis – and Kindness Pours In

Support Carlos: Help the Campos family tackle Mounting Medical Bills for a Grandpa Gamer

Nine-Year-Old from Pretoria Battles Leukemia Relapse with Global Support Behind Him

Surrounded by Love, Fueled by Faith: Eldorét Visser’s Victory Over Breast Cancer

Pinetown Mother of Twins Battling Cancer Finds Unexpected Support from Employer and Donors

Family Races to Help Artistic 5-Year-Old Hear the World Before Grade 1

Fighting Stage 4 Cancer, Cape Town Dad Runs to Raise Hope for Kids with Cancer

Recognising World Parkinson’s Day – A Call to Support, Understand, and Empower Those Impacted

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