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The Story of Knock Out Childhood cancer begins with Hunter Marsden.
From the moment he could walk, Hunter Marsden was full of joy, laughter, and energy. Whether he was kicking anything he could find as a makeshift soccer ball or diving into new activities, it was clear Hunter was born to move. He was a natural athlete, excelling in swimming, snowboarding, and Tae Kwon Do. Hunter also became a competitive soccer player, up until his diagnosis in 2017 with stage IV neuroblastoma cancer at eight-years old.
For over six years, Hunter faced countless therapies with courage and determination. He and his family travelled long distances to access care, often being separated from his sibling and family members. Despite the relentless battle, treatment failed Hunter, and in January 2024, Hunter passed away at IWK Health Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Knock Out Childhood cancer honours Hunter’s memory.
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, one or sometimes both parents stop working to take care of their child. Treatment can last years, and this means years of reduced income, depleted savings, and constant concerns about how to make ends meet.
When a child is in cancer treatment, the last thing a family should worry about
is where they are living, the place they call home.
We hear far too often from Social Workers that childhood cancer families are forced to move, rent out their basement, or end up in unimaginable situations due to financial challenges. This is unacceptable.
Knock Out Childhood cancer is about helping families and kids like Hunter.
Every dollar raised by Knock Out Childhood cancer will be used to keep Maritime families in their homes if their child is in active cancer treatment.
All funds are donated to the Kindred Foundation Housing Support Program that provides childhood cancer families in financial need with credit counselling, mortgage counselling (if applicable), and $5,000 to pay their mortgage or rent. For some families, this means they do not have to worry about the expense of paying their rent for months.
For every $5,000 raised, a family with a child in active cancer treatment
in the Maritimes will be supported.
This program is about keeping families in their homes during an incredibly challenging and vulnerable time, a time when a family should be focused on their child with cancer.
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