Our Story
With the support of our collaborators and fundraising events such as the Sunlife Charity Golf Competition, the Sunlife Children Cancer Trust has been able to make a positive impact on over a thousand lives in the past 16 years.
*Sunlife Charity Golf Competition
Since 2017, Sunlife has been organising the Sunlife Charity Golf Competition to support the Sunlife Children Cancer Trust. It's a wonderful opportunity for golf enthusiasts to come together and swing for a cause while raising funds and awareness for children with cancer. Sunlife is grateful for everyone who has supported the event over the years and helped make it a success.
Join us at the Sunlife Charity Golf Competition 2024 at Ile aux Cerfs on 07 September 2024 and help us continue to make a positive impact in our community!
More info (email: ali.abdool@yoursunlife.com)
Mission
Ensure that every child with cancer has access to essential healthcare.
Objective
Improve the lives of children with cancer and their families in Mauritius through comprehensive care and support services.
Projects
Infrastructural Support
The Sunlife Children Cancer Trust is dedicated to the continuous infrastructural maintenance of the Children's Cancer Ward at Victoria Hospital. Our goal is to ensure that this child-friendly environment remains a warm and welcoming space for both the children and their parents. By maintaining and enhancing the ward's facilities, we strive to make a tangible difference in the lives of the young patients. We are committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment, crucial for the well-being and recovery of children bravely battling cancer.
Transport Facilities
Transportation remains a barrier for many children trying to access treatment. Thus, the Sunlife Children Cancer Trust collaborates with ‘Link to Life’ and provides transport facilities for patients and their families to get to the hospital and back to their homes. By tackling this barrier, we ensure that all children have access to the care they need to fight cancer.
Educational Support
Due to ongoing treatments, children may be out of school for a while. To make sure that they are not cut off from education, the Sunlife Children Cancer Trust has provided tablets to 90 kids, with access to online educational platforms. Indeed, we have collaborated with Twinkl, an international online educational publishing house, to offer the kids access to high-quality educational content, giving them a better chance of achieving academically.
Treatment
The Sunlife Children Cancer Trust is committed to providing comprehensive support to children diagnosed with cancer. We have allocated 1 million rupees to assist children on a case-by-case basis, ensuring that they receive the necessary medical attention and support. In addition, we are launching a program designed to offer psychological support to both children and their families, available from the moment of diagnosis, throughout the treatment process, and even beyond.
We are also thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with the UN World Health Organization on a research initiative aimed at uncovering the root causes of cancer in Mauritius. This significant project is expected to positively impact more than 10,000 families, contributing to a deeper understanding and better prevention of cancer within the community.
Family Fun Day
The Sunlife Children Cancer Trust organises family fun days in Sunlife resorts to bring some happiness and give families a break from their routine. These events bring joy and laughter to the children’s lives and create lasting memories.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)
By sponsoring the Sunlife Children Cancer Trust, you also make a positive impact on the UN SDGs. Indeed, several SDG targets are addressed, including:
- Good health and well-being (SDG 3): improving the health and well-being of children with cancer and their families by funding overseas treatment programs, providing local advanced treatments, and supporting families with comprehensive care and emotional support.
- Reduced inequalities (SDG 10): reducing inequalities by providing access to essential care and support services. Children with cancer and their families often face significant financial, emotional, and social challenges.
- Partnerships for the goals (SDG 17): the Sunlife Children Cancer Trust has established partnerships with organisations and medical professionals to improve cancer care in Mauritius. By sponsoring the Trust's annual golf competition, sponsors can join in these partnerships and contribute to achieving the SDGs through collective action.
Donate Now
Your donation today will help us support children and their families through treatment and beyond.
Click here to donate or by bank transfer: SRL Cancer Trust (MCB Bank: 0000 1180 6427).