Childhood Cancer is a traumatic experience. We exist to serve & support the children, parents, families & communities through their cancer journey.
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A father’s world can change in an instant.
For Paulston Engel, life changed when his nine-year-old daughter was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL).
Living in Bredasdorp, nearly 300 km from where she receives treatment,
simply enjoyed being a child. Today, life looks very different. Treatment brings new challenges, changing plans, and a range of emotions for the entire family. As Paul shares, each day brings something new, and learning to take the journey one day at a time has become part
of their reality. At CHOC, we understand that childhood cancer affects the whole family. Every parent, caregiver, and child deserves support, compassion, and care throughout the journey. #CHOCSA #ChildhoodCancer #LeukaemiaAwareness #KeepingMoreThanHopeAlive
What happens when a child needs a stem cell transplant?
For some children, a stem cell transplant may form part of their cancer treatment journey. This procedure involves the infusion of healthy blood-forming stem cells, which help restore the body's ability to produce
That's why we help children and their families access the support they need throughout their journey. Help us keep more than hope alive. Support CHOC and help us continue caring for children with cancer and their families.
Visit choc.org.za to find out how you can make a difference.
#CHOC #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #StemCellTransplant #KeepingMoreThanHopeAlive
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Travelling by pedal cart from Johannesburg to Cape Town, José is setting out to spread hope and shine a light on the children and families affected by cancer.
Read the full story 🔗 goodthingsguy.com/jose-1500k…
Yesterday, we stood together to mark the beginning of an extraordinary journey as José set off on his first pedal towards an ambitious 1,500 km challenge. Travelling by pedal cart, he will make his way from Johannesburg through the North West and Eastern Cape, before reaching his
on through every town, every challenge and every kilometre. Thank you, José, for your dedication, time, energy and heart for the children and families we serve. We wish you safe travels and strength for the road ahead as you carry awareness and hope across South Africa.
You can help keep hope alive, too! Support CHOC in providing essential care and support to children with cancer and their families.
Visit choc.org.za/donate-to-choc/ to find out how you can make a difference.
#CHOC #ChildhoodCancer #Cancer #keepingmorethanhopealive
2026 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer
Imagine if your five-kilometre walk could help a CHOC team reach a family hundreds of kilometres away.
Join us for the 2026 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, presented by Isuzu Motors South Africa, and take a meaningful step in support of CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation SA.
Visit: algoafm.co.za/algoafm-big-wa…
R210,000 raised. Countless reasons to say thank you.
Thank you to MissFit and everyone who took part in the 1000 Rep Challenge in support of CHOC.
Every rep, donation and act of support helped turn a fitness challenge into something bigger
support for children and teenagers affected by cancer and their families.
We’re grateful to have a community like yours standing alongside ours.
#CHOCSA #MissFit #KeepingMoreThanHopeAlive #CommunityInAction
What if your healthy choices could help a child?
We’re excited to partner with @Vitality_SA MoveToGive to help support children and teenagers affected by cancer and life-threatening blood disorders.
From 28 September to 2 November 2026, donate your Điscovery Miles through Vitality MoveToGive and help support CHOC's work with children and teens living with cancer and life-threatening blood disorders
It’s a simple way to turn your rewards into something that means so much mo
Achieve your goals. Choose to donate. Help support CHOC
Donate your Điscovery Miles to the CHOC campaign through Vitality MoveToGive.
#CHOCSA #MoveToGive #DiscoveryVitality #HaveAHeart #KeepingMoreThanHopeAlive