ASUNCIÓN – Fundación Renaci will host its third annual charity gala dinner to raise funds for the construction of Paraguay's first integrated well-being center for children with pediatric cancer. The event, held under the slogan "Obra Viva, el arte de sanar juntos" (Living Work, the art of healing together), will take place on August 7th at 8:30 PM in the Pérez Uribe Hall of Club Centenario.

This gala dinner aims to raise funds for the sustainability of the well-being center, which was built in the city of San Lorenzo with the purpose of providing comprehensive and specialized support to children with pediatric cancer and their families. The center was constructed in collaboration with the Maestro Cares Foundation, co-founded by international artist Marc Anthony. The official inauguration of the center is scheduled for August 6th at 10:30 AM, one day before the gala dinner.

The gala dinner will focus on utilizing art as a tool for healing. Art has been a great source of strength for many pediatric cancer patients battling the disease. Attendees will experience a unique artistic journey, combining works created by the children themselves with pieces by Paraguayan artists, to celebrate life, resilience, and cultural identity.

Special guests, including Nadia Ferreira, an advisory board member of Fundación Renaci, as well as international representatives from the Maestro Cares Foundation and Childhood Cancer International, are expected to attend the event. Fundación Renaci aims to bring together over 350 government officials, private sector leaders, and supporters who share this meaningful cause at the gala dinner.

The participation fee is G. 600,000 per person, offering an exclusive evening that blends art with social commitment. Tickets can be purchased by calling (0985) 760-142.

What services will the Integrated Well-being Center provide? 

Located in San Lorenzo, this outpatient center is designed to be the first in Paraguay to offer integrated, specialized, and human-centered support to pediatric cancer patients and their families. The center will provide a wide range of services, including:

Psycho-social support: Counseling and assistance for the mental and emotional well-being of patients and their families.
Rehabilitation: Rehabilitation programs to overcome physical challenges resulting from illness and treatment.
Palliative care: Specialized palliative care for pain management and improving quality of life. Notably, Paraguay's first systematic pediatric palliative care program will be implemented.
Follow-up for cured patients: Continuous care and support to help children who have completed treatment successfully reintegrate into society.
Play and educational spaces: Providing an environment where children can grow through play and learning even during their treatment.
Telemedicine: Enhancing nationwide medical accessibility through the Telenec (Pediatric Oncology Telemedicine Project).
This center is expected to be a beacon of hope, helping children with pediatric cancer live full lives beyond their treatment. Through this gala dinner, Fundación Renaci is taking a significant step towards providing a better future for pediatric cancer patients in Paraguay.