Fundraiser a success
100 people took part in the event which had 2km, 5km and 10km races.
A fun run to raise funds for six-year-old Chi-Nelri Smith’s liver transplant treatment, held at The Parks Farmers Market on May 28, was a success.
The foggy conditions didn’t prevent people from coming as a total of 100 people took part in the event which had 2km, 5km and 10km races. Each participant received the Gr8 to Don8 T-shirt, which aimed to spread organ donation awareness.
“Chi-Nelri had a liver transplant three years ago. The surgery was successful even though there were a few complications a couple of months after that. She was diagnosed with numerous other diseases, which the doctors at Donald Gordon Hospital are treating.
“The misty morning surely ended well with a hot cappuccino and heartfelt thankfulness towards a good cause,” said Cornè Scheepers.
Scheepers told the paper that Chi-Nelri will be admitted to hospital again on June 9.
“Thank you to the community who supported this brave girl during the fun run and also behind the scenes.”
The Parks will host another fundraiser on June 3. The event starts at 18:00.
Those who want to donate, banking details are as follows:
• Chinelri Smith
• Bank: FNB
• Account number: 62769536148
• Branch code: 250655
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