Valentina vs Cancer
- By: Valentina Vergano
- Short URL: https://archive.backabuddy.co.za/valentina-vergano-5820754492812198367
- Date Created: 26 January 2024
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"Courage Beyond the Countdown: A Race Against Time"
In the heart of adversity, we find stories that defy the odds — stories like Valentina, a brave soul facing the relentless storm of stage 3 breast cancer, on top of daily battles with Familial Mediterranean Fever. This week, the Oncologist's somber words echo in the corridors of her life: "Immediate chemotherapy is the lifeline she needs."
Picture the urgency, the critical countdown of moments that stand between Valentina and the ominous stage 4 diagnosis, projected just 3 to 6 months from now. It's a race against time. A race for survival.
Val's resilience mirrors the strength we all aspire to possess in the face of life's most daunting challenges. Chemotherapy stands as her beacon of hope, but the cost of this life-saving treatment threatens to be an insurmountable obstacle. Conservatively, the Oncologist has given a ball park figure of R250,000 for the next 6 months of treatment.
This is where you come in — a rallying force against the ticking clock. Your support can rewriteVal's narrative, transforming a countdown into a story of triumph. Your generosity can be the catalyst that propels her towards a future filled with possibilities, laughter, and cherished moments.
Imagine the impact of your contribution — however small — unlocking a day of hope, a week of courage, and a month of precious memories for Val and her loved ones. Your donation isn't just financial; it's a lifeline that stretches across time, bridging the gap between despair and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
Let us unite in this race against time, where every step forward is a step away from the shadows of stage 4. Please shareVal's story, be the wind beneath her wings, and let's make sure that the countdown becomes a testament to the collective strength and compassion of our community.
Together, we can redefine the narrative for Val, turning the ticking clock into a melody of resilience, determination, and survival. Your support isn't just about fighting cancer; it's about rewriting the story of a life, ensuring that Val's journey is marked not by fear, but by the triumph of courage against the ticking hands of fate. Join us in this race, and let's make every moment count.
❤️
Donations
- Feb 19, 2024 - USD $ 28.61 Fees covered
- "Sending you strength Val." - Alexa
- Feb 19, 2024 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
- "Hi val, I wish you all the best with your treatment and may god bless you. Kind regards Brett, Lisa and Joey" - Brett prinsloo
- Feb 18, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Feb 11, 2024 - USD $ 54.03 Fees covered
- "" - Fam. Lucarelli R.
- Feb 10, 2024 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
- "Isaiah40:31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." - Anthony
- Feb 09, 2024 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Feb 09, 2024 - USD $ 194.49 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Feb 08, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "Get well soon my love 🩷💜🩷💜🩷💜xxx" - Anonymous
- Feb 07, 2024 - USD $ 108.05 Fees covered
- "Dear Valentina, as I told you by audio message yesterday, I’ll be thinking of you, praying for you ❤️you can count on me ❤️I’ll be waiting for updates by Elisa. Sending you a big hug" - Elisa ‘ s mother
- Feb 06, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "" - Lorenzo
- Feb 05, 2024 - R 500.00
- "Big hug to you sweet heart" - Anonymous
- Feb 03, 2024 - USD $ 114.33 Fees covered
- "Always be the fighter that you are❤️💪🏻you got this Val❤️" - Elisa
- Feb 03, 2024 - USD $ 114.33 Fees covered
- "Dai cuginetta, che ce la fai!💪🏻" - Alessandro
- Feb 02, 2024 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
- "You got this Val ❤️" - Anonymous
- Feb 01, 2024 - USD $ 45.51
- "Thinking of you Val. Stay strong my friend." - Anonymous
- Jan 31, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Sending strength and love" - Maria and Nicholas
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "Stay strong, you can do this!! Wishing you a speedy recovery xx" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 106.33
- "You've got this gurrrl ❤️ praying for you my friend 💞" - Joey
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 1 100.00 Fees covered
- "You have allot of people in your corner!!! You've Got this Milady." - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Fuck cancer." - Chris Bischoff
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 270.13 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "You’ve got this 💪🏼" - Lila Gouws
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 14.36 Fees covered
- "Dear Valentina, I don’t know you well & I don’t think you’ll remember me from school, but I’ve lost loved ones to cancer way too young & I want to do what I can to fight it. I know this isn’t much but I hope it helps you on your journey to healing." - Julia Bischoff
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 28.72 Fees covered
- "May you reach your goal and fight cancer!" - Claire Bakos
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 57.45 Fees covered
- "Val, you are an incredible person and I’ve never forgotten your kindness and warmth. I wish you strength and healing, to overcome this and thrive as you so richly deserve. Sending you light and love and looking forward to watching you conquer this x" - Candace
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 28.73 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 29, 2024 - R 2 000.00
- "Friend you inspire me everyday and I am glad to be a part of your recovery journey. I love you Dzandzara ❤️" - Mpumi Cortez
- Jan 29, 2024 - R 100.00
- "I don't have much, but I send what I can, and I will pray for you." - Anonymous
- Jan 29, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 29, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "May God give you strength and courage to overcome this ordeal." - Claudio and Sabrina Fernandes
- Jan 29, 2024 - USD $ 114.91 Fees covered
- "💪🏼" - An oke from Orange Grove
- Jan 29, 2024 - R 100.00
- "You are loved by so many. Keep your head up. GOD will never leave you." - George
- Jan 28, 2024 - USD $ 21.61 Fees covered
- "" - Marco e Luisiana
- Jan 28, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "You got this, D-lite" - Anonymous
- Jan 28, 2024 - USD $ 53.22
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 27, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Don’t give up hope!! God is Great 🙏🏼✨🫶🏼" - Anonymous
- Jan 27, 2024 - R 350.00 Fees covered
- "Don’t know you personally, but Gord does. That’s good enough for me. Beat the shit out of this thing!" - Anonymous
- Jan 27, 2024 - USD $ 57.51 Fees covered
- "FIGHT" - Anonymous
- Jan 27, 2024 - USD $ 324.15 Fees covered
- "Be Strong !" - Nic
- Jan 27, 2024 - USD $ 11.44 Fees covered
- "I don’t know you personally but you’ve got this!" - Adam Boyd
- Jan 27, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "May the Lord Jesus bless and heal you now and forever All my love, From stranger to stranger" - Victor Lameira
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 28.75 Fees covered
- "I don’t know you, but Gords does, and he only loves the good ones! With this I wish you healing, and days that are easier. I paint for breast cancer; it’s something close to my heart so I value the importance of you getting this treatment. 🌞" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "The world needs more Vallentinas. So youre gonna kick this because we need you. Sending so much love and hope ✨✨✨♥️♥️♥️" - Paul Gioia
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 57.19 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Positive vibes only! You got this hun!" - Wade
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "You got this Val. Wishing you a speedy recovery" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 17.16 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 129.66 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 43.22 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 114.37 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Stay strong on your road to recovery… this story is not finished yet" - Warren Rocchi
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 250.00 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "You're the absolute best and I love you, Vallie" - Gord
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 54.03 Fees covered
- "My dear Val, You are a fighter, a warrior and an incredible, tenacious and determined person. You are never faraway from my thoughts. Although I am faraway you can be sure that I am holding your hand through this. All my love A." - Amy
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 7 000.00
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 108.05 Fees covered
- "You got this Val... Kick this cancers ass!!" - Leandro
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "You got this girl! F cancer! Thinking of you so much 🖤" - Taryn Lush
- Jan 26, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "Sending you love and healing ❤️🩹" - Bridget
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 11.44 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 26, 2024 - USD $ 5.29
- "Val, you are the the strongest person I know. You have defied odds that would leave others shattered, and still you take so much in your stride. If there is anyone who could beat this, it's you. You've got this my friend." - Jessica
Statistics
Fundraising target
R 250 000.00Donations to date
R 69 252.94Valentina vs Cancer Campaign
"Courage Beyond the Countdown: A Race Against Time" is Valentina's story, battling stage 3 breast cancer and Familial Mediterranean Fever. Urgently needing chemotherapy to avoid stage 4 within 3 to 6 months, she faces a R250,000 treatment cost. Your support can rewrite her narrative, offering hope and transforming the countdown into triumph. Join us in this race against time to ensureVal's journey is marked by courage and survival. Every contribution makes a difference. ❤️