Community unites as Lions Club raises funds for childhood cancer support
Some of the participants with the Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa (CHOC) mascot, Keemo
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The Table View Lions Club has raised R10 000 for the Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa (CHOC) following its annual fundraising 5km walk held at the Table View beachfront.
A total of 160 entrants participated in the event, which began at 8am on Saturday, February 14. Participants paid an entry fee of R50, with all proceeds donated to CHOC in support of children and families affected by cancer.
Regional manager for Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa (CHOC), Lynette Muthuray received the R10 000
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Additional contributions of R500 each were made by the Paarl Lions Club and the Cape of Good Hope Lions Club, further boosting the funds raised.
Members from the Durbanville Lions Club and the Mitchells Plain Lions Club also joined the walk in a show of solidarity.
Now in its third year, the event continues to grow in support, bringing the community together for a cause aimed at improving the lives of young cancer patients and their families.
Participants of the 5km walk held at Table View beachfront on Saturday, February 14
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