Aathvi is a brave five-year-old girl from London who is battling a rare and aggressive childhood kidney cancer—Cell Sarcoma of the Kidney (CCSK). She is currently receiving specialist care at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, undergoing a challenging medical journey with the loving support of her parents, Thangam and Moovendran.

Why We Need Your Help:

After a successful surgery, tests confirmed that Aathvi’s cancer was thankfully localised and contained within her kidney. However, CCSK requires one of the toughest post-operative treatments—a combination of five powerful chemotherapy drugs, radiotherapy, and supportive procedures that will last over nine months. This is a daunting road for any family, both emotionally and financially.

Your support will help cover:

• Costs of travel and accommodation for hospital visits in London

• Expenses for specialist nursing and childcare

• Additional nutrition and recovery therapies

• Fertility preservation procedures for Aathvikasri

• Loss of family income during extended treatment

• Psychological and emotional support for the family Your Help;

After a successful surgery, tests confirmed that Aathvi’s cancer was thankfully localised and contained within her kidney. However, CCSK requires one of the toughest post-operative treatments, a combination of five powerful chemotherapy drugs, radiotherapy, and supportive procedures that will last over nine months. This is a daunting road for any family, both emotionally and financially.

Your support will help cover:

• Costs of travel and accommodation for hospital visits in London.

• Expenses for specialist nursing and childcare

• Additional nutrition and recovery therapies

• Loss of family income during extended treatment.

• Psychological and emotional support for the family.

Running for Hope

I am running the York Marathon next week in honour of Aathvi and her resilient parents. Every mile I complete, and every donation you give, means practical help and hope for this family’s journey. Together, we can help ease their burdens and give Aathvi every possible chance of making a full recovery.

Her journey is tough, and her family’s need is genuine. Any contribution no matter the size, will help them focus on keeping Aathvi safe, comfortable, and hopeful for the future.

Please Donate and Share

• Donate what you can, every contribution makes a difference.

• Share this page widely through your networks, social media, and local groups.

All funds go directly to the Moovendran family for Aathvi’s care, recovery, and ongoing needs.

Thank you for supporting Aathvi's fight and my York Marathon campaign. Together, we can do something truly meaningful.

With gratitude,

Antonio Dandrea

York Marathon 2025 Runner for Aathvi.