Pink Belt Campaign

2023 Pink Belt Campaign

We were thrilled with the final results of our hugely successful 2023 Pink Belt Campaign. The Campaign was designed to raise awareness and much-needed funds for cancer research, sufferers, and their families. This was an incredible team effort from all parts of the GKR Karate world, and we should be very proud of our collective efforts. Thank you so much for your support and commitment to this worthy cause.

$70,178 raised for the Cancer Council of Australia

$20,283 raised for the Cancer Society of New Zealand

£10,707 raised for Macmillan Cancer Support

We were fortunate enough to be awarded a certificate of gratitude from the Cancer Society of New Zealand. George on behalf of the Cancer Society also passed on his thanks to everyone involved and let us know of how the $20,283 would help to provide the following to individuals and families:

876 journeys with volunteer drivers to patient treatments
657 calls from cancer nurses to offer advice
412 psychology sessions
196 home visits from cancer nurses
117 free nights’ accommodation at Auckland Domain Lodge for patients and their families

Kyoshi Shihan Gavin Samin accepting the certificate on behalf of the Cancer Society of New Zealand

We were also awarded a certificate of appreciation for our generous donation to the Cancer Council of Australia. Our fundraising efforts will help in ongoing research, education and support for those who are affected by cancer. Sensei Cherie Fenlon was able to meet with a representative of the Cancer Council at Cameron Park dojo to present the donation cheque and accept this certificate.