A candle of hope for cancer

On Saturday 27th August Swati and Tanmay Jain for the second year organised the ‘Light for Life’ trivia event. Over 300 people of the local Indian community attended a hugely successful and enjoyable evening. People were thoroughly engaged and entertained throughout the evening. Trivia questions came thick and fast, challenging everyone’s grey cells. The questions catered for all, young and not so young. Each round of trivia was interspersed with entertaining song, dance and music performances. If the trivia were of a high caliber, the performers were even more so, having previously performed on radio, in Bollywood and TV shows.

The night was tremendously successful, raising about $8,500 for Lifehouse at RPA. The Chris O’Brian Cancer Centre, which will be a world-class cancer treatment and research facility currently being built on the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital campus.

The event was organized by Swati and Tanmay Jain who lost their father, Navin Jain to cancer, one and a half years ago. They have experienced first hand, the pain of losing a loved one and witnessed the excellent work being done by staff at RPA. Although, Swati is a Chartered Accountant by profession, her passion, energy and dedication to the cause are a great reason for pride for her family and the entire community. Indeed these young, amazing people are proving to be great role models.

All who attended thoroughly enjoyed the cultural program and trivia night. Throughout the evening there was a strong community feeling and goodwill with a sense that we were all contributing to the hope of creating a cancer free world. It was clear that Swati has tremendous support of generous friends, family and sponsors.

Swati, Tanmay, their family and friends intend to continue this good work. All members of our supportive community should attend next year to support this worthwhile cause. This night is definitely a social event not to be missed! If you would like to know more about Lifehouse at RPA, please visit: www.lifehouserpa.org.au