“The swim is but three or so hours of my life compared to many hours, months or even years that patients suffer with blood-related cancers and often a transplant is their only hope of survival. As a registered stem cell donor, I’ve made it my mission to spread awareness of the life-saving work that the SABMR does and the difference every one of us can make by becoming a donor – be it via word of mouth or pushing myself to the limits.” – says Christine
Christine signed up as a bone marrow donor at a registration drive in Gauteng some two years ago and has been an advocate for bone marrow donation ever since. The same year she also participated in the 947 Cycle Challenge as part of a team of cyclists, where R150 000 was raised for the registry on BackaBuddy.
Christine says the swimming challenge has been months in the making.
“I have been training in dams and pools around Gauteng every opportunity I get. I have always played competitive sport, so enjoy challenging myself and pushing boundaries. You have to be both physically and mentally fit for this swim. Once your head is in the game, the battle is half won.” – says Christine
The money raised from Roos’ BackaBuddy campaign will go towards the SABMR’s Patient Assistance Programme, that provides financial assistance to families who cannot afford the cost of finding a suitable donor.
Christine says she hopes that the public will support her cause on BackaBuddy.
“I know that times are tough, but I’m asking each and every one of you to give what you can. Even if it’s just a little bit, it all contributes to saving someone’s life.” – says Christine
The campaign has thus far raised over R2000 towards the fundraising target of R50 000.
Kamiel Singh, Head of Sustainability for the SABMR says the NGO has been trying to recoup lost funding.
“The majority of our physical fundraising events were cancelled last year due to lockdown restrictions, so we’re slowly, but surely trying to get back on our feet. We are extremely grateful to Christine for championing this cause and making life-saving treatments available to more patients. She’s a true hero!” – says Kamiel Singh
To donate to Christine’s cause, visit her BackaBuddy campaign:
https://www.backabuddy.co.za/christine-swimsforsabmr
You can also support this cause by becoming a bone marrow donor with The SABMR:
https://sabmr.co.za/become-a-donor/
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