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I'm Fundraising in Support of SickKids!

Hi, my name is Evie and I’m 11 years old.

When I was 7 months old, I had a very rare type of pediatric stroke called a Right Basal Ganglia Arterial Ischemic Stroke caused by Mineralizing Angiopathy. The doctors say they may only see one case like mine each year.

At the time, they weren’t sure if I would ever walk or talk. My future was uncertain.

Over the past 11 years, I have worked really hard in therapy. Hundreds of hours. I had to re learn many things, like how to sit up and stand. I couldn't feel one side of my body — I’ve done physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, FES therapy, hippotherapy, rebound therapy, glove therapies like Motus Nova and Raphael, chiropractic care, and over 100 Botox injections. I even had surgery. I still continue to work hard every day.

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) helped me so much. The doctors there gave me a chance to keep growing, learning, and doing things people once thought I might not be able to do.

Now I want to give back.

On May 31st, my family and I are hosting a fundraising luncheon at Crystal Fountain Banquet Hall in Markham to raise money and awareness for pediatric stroke. All funds raised will go directly to the SickKids Stroke Clinic to help other kids like me.

Did you know that at least 500 children in Canada have a stroke every year? Some are newborn babies. Pediatric stroke is not talked about very often, and many families feel alone. My type of stroke is even more rare, and doctors still don’t know what caused it.

Your donation would mean so much — not just to me, but to other children and families who may be starting their own stroke journey.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for considering supporting this cause that is so close to my heart.



Evie
(11-year-old Pediatric Stroke Survivor)

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My Event

Sunday 31st May 02:00 - 05:00
60 McDowell Gate, Markham, ON, Canada

My Achievements

Thank you to my Donors

$500

Mommy And Daddy

Mommy and Daddy are so incredibly proud of your journey! We cant wait to see all the amazing things you will do in the future!

$325

Canadian Contracting And Disposal Ltd

💙❤️💙

$200

Anonymous

$200

Garyfallia And Elias Kostis

Papouli & Giagia are very very proud of you love you.

$100

Clair Constantaras

My koukla, I’m so proud of you and wish you all the best. Love Clair and Ari

$100

Yanakos

You are a very brave and generous young lady. You're parents are very proud of you!

$100

Canadian Contracting And Disposal Lts

Keep positive and most importantly keep god close to you the savior will always answer

$100

Anthe Angelides

Your strength is something truly special. Even at such a young age, you have shown the world what courage, determination, and heart look like. Every step you take, and every smile you share is a victory. You remind all of us that resilience isn’t about never facing challenges — it’s about rising again and again with bravery. Your journey is inspiring more people than you may ever realize. Keep believing in yourself, keep fighting with that beautiful spirit of yours, and know that so many people are cheering you on every single day. You are strong. You are brave. And you are already a hero. With so much love and admiration.

$100

Koula Sferopoulos

Love you evie so proud of you

$50

Kosta Hatzidimitriou

You are an inspiration! Keep it up!

$50

Kate & Kevin Nevis

Evie you are so inspiring! Love your kind heart and beautiful smile ❤️

$50

Reis Family

Always here to support this research as it is incredibly important to you & us.

$50

Chrysoula Kourkouvela

$25

Shana And Gary

Evie you are such a little baddie!! We are so proud of you and love seeing you grow into an amazing young lady xoxo

$25

Elena Muccio

Thank you Evie for sharing your story. You might not know it but you have been a beacon of faith and hope to me as I navigate my daughters journey post stroke as well! Thank you for advocating and being so open and vulnerable!

$25

Caleigh Wagg

You are such a strong, brave and beautiful young lady Evie. Keep up the great work !!