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Real people who’ve received the help they needed
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Dilorom Biglari, diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, has been raising funds for her treatment through WhyDonate. Her campaign has already reached a significant milestone, and the support she has received is helping her fight her illness with courage. Every contribution brings her closer to the care she needs.
Mátyás, a young boy from Budapest, Hungary, who is battling a recurrence of bladder cancer, has been raising money for his cancer treatment. His family’s campaign has raised a meaningful amount, and the support from the community is helping him access the treatment he needs. With each donation, Mátyás is one step closer to recovery.
Maurane Vuillaume ran the Barcelona Half-Marathon to raise money for sarcoma awareness and research, supporting the charity ASARGA. She successfully received all the funds he needed through WhyDonate. Her efforts have inspired others to join the cause.
Gemy Scheffers was diagnosed with aggressive pancreatic cancer in May 2025; she is 48 years old and works as a midwife and lecturer. The campaign aims to raise funds for treatment, with excess funds directed to Stichting Support Casper for pancreatic cancer research. So far, she has raised more than 61% of her donation target.
Mátyás, a young boy from Budapest, Hungary, who is battling a recurrence of bladder cancer, has been raising money for his cancer treatment. His family’s campaign has raised a meaningful amount, and the support from the community is helping him access the treatment he needs. With each donation, Mátyás is one step closer to recovery.
Arjan Bos sought alternative, immune-boosting treatments for bladder cancer after facing difficult side effects from conventional options. With the help of his fundraiser, he was able to access the care he needed and is now on a path to recovery. The support he received has made a real difference in his health and well-being.
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Real stories from people who received help through WhyDonate
Facing huge hospital bills was overwhelming, but WhyDonate made it easy to share our story and receive the help we desperately needed through medical fundraising.
WhyDonate isn’t just a fundraising platform — it’s a beacon of hope when you feel most vulnerable. We couldn’t have managed without it.
The support we received through WhyDonate was nothing short of a miracle. It eased the financial burden during my heart surgery recovery.
WhyDonate gave us hope when my mother’s treatment costs seemed impossible. The platform is simple, fast, and truly life-changing
When my brother needed urgent surgery, WhyDonate was a lifeline. We raised funds quickly and felt incredibly supported throughout the process.
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Cancer fundraising questions answered simply here
You can fundraise for a variety of cancer-related expenses, including chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, home care, medications, and wellness therapies. You can also create campaigns for someone else and organisations that support cancer patients.
Absolutely! Many people explore alternative or holistic treatments as part of their cancer journey. You can include these expenses in your fundraising campaign to support the treatments that resonate most with you.
Yes, cancer support organizations and foundations are welcome to create campaigns on WhyDonate. It’s a wonderful way for them to raise funds and support the communities they serve in meaningful ways.
Yes, you can definitely fundraise for transportation, accommodation, and daily living costs. These expenses often don’t seem important, but can add significant stress during treatment.
Absolutely! Many people use crowdfunding to help with travel and accommodation expenses while receiving treatment.Â
Yes, combining support for treatment and awareness programs is a great way to resonate with the global audience.
