Every Step Is a Step Closer – Running for Leo

By Kellie Paterson

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I’ve taken a stand against blood cancer.

Today, more than 53 Australians will be told that they have blood cancer and tomorrow - another 53 families will be devastated by the same news.

On 14 June, our family’s world changed forever. My nephew Ben’s beautiful 5 year old son, Leo, was diagnosed with acute T-cell leukemia. In an instant, life became hospital visits, treatments, uncertainty, and a battle that no child should ever have to face.

Leo is an incredibly brave little boy, and while his journey has only just begun, he faces each day with a courage that inspires everyone around him.

On August 2nd, I’ll be running a half marathon with Leo in my heart every step of the way. Every kilometre represents hope, strength, and the determination of a little boy fighting the biggest battle of his life.

Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this page would mean just as much.

The money I raise will help provide care for those in need right now — and it will back the brightest researchers to continue uncovering faster diagnoses and better treatments to save lives.

Every step I’ll take is for Leo. Every donation is a step closer to hope. 💙

Thank you for standing beside Leo, Ben, and our family.


My Achievements

Congrats! You've hit your goal!

$80 raised - you've given a family a night of emergency accommodation!

You've covered genetic testing!

You've given a family a whole weeks accommodation near treatment

$1,000 raised - you've made a tube gene test with state-of-the-art-technology possible

You've covered 3 months of lab costs for vital blood cancer research

You've fund life changing research for 3 months

Thank you to my Supporters

$58.02

Beck

$58.02

Helen Tucker

My love to this beautiful little boy Kell - life is bloody tough sometimes xxx

$23.50

Madelyne Bogan

$58.02

The Harry’s

$28.43

Kim Devers

Hope this helps xx

$106.12

Lisa Phillips

Inspirational Kellie. Thoughts and prayers for Leo. He will fight this with you all tgere for him.

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Sarah Holden

Sending love and support to you and your family xx

$261.25

Tracey Wilson

You’ve got this Kel ❤️🙏❤️

$106.12

Jo & Ivan

Good luck x

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Pamela Aranguiz

Love you Kellie I hope everyone will get behind you 🙏🏼 my darling

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Kelly Van

You are amazing Kel, happy to support a great cause. Praying for your nephews son 🙏🏻

$58.02

Kellie Paterson