The Cupcakes of Hope says that it aims to bring volunteers across the country together, to help them raise funds in order to reach their target of R10 million. 

While Childhood Cancer is an extremely challenging journey, Cupcakes of Hope adds that it offers a light-hearted, fun and rewarding way to stand in solidarity with cancer survivors, help those who are currently undergoing treatment and give back to the cause.

Volunteers, known as Cupcakes Angels, are those who offer their time to bake a difference or those who support the fundraising campaign. Any recipe can be used as long as it includes the secret ingredient of love, says the group.

According to the foundation, the funds raised will enable Cupcakes of Hope to continue the support they provide to hundreds of young cancer patients and their families every month. This includes covering their medical bills and other essential needs, from nappies to nutrition and every in between.

Since 2021 the number of patients supported by this organisation has doubled, says the foundation. Last month alone, over 240 young cancer patients received financial assistance, with the youngest being only five months old.

National Cupcake Day events will be hosted at 58 malls across the country on Saturday, 1 October. Individuals can get involved by either baking and donating cupcakes or by visiting one of the participating venues — and for a small donation will receive a cupcake made with love.

"My mom is no longer here. I would like to encourage each person fighting this battle that you are not alone", says Cupcake Angel Lucretia Peterson. "We are all rooting for you to come out stronger on the other side." 

"Cupcakes of Hope is not just a platform where we help children with cancer. Volunteering to honour our friends and loved ones who have been affected by cancer, it brings joy, healing and purpose to so many of us," adds Sandy Cipriano, founder of Cupcakes of Hope.

"It is also a way to pay it forward and make new friends, who become family," concludes Cipriano.

Individuals can sign up as a Cupcake Angel with this email [email protected].

For more information, visit www.cupcakesofhope.org. You can also follow Cupcakes of Hope on Facebook or on Instagram.