Our First Cause

100Brokers • February 16, 2016

Here’s how 100 Brokers Who Care actually got it’s start.

The following is the text copied from a post in the 100 Brokers Who Care Facebook Group. From Sabeena Bubber,  read the original post on Facebook here.  

 

Our first cause is what brought Scott Peckford , Jackson Middleton and myself together. I had the cause and Scott had the idea for 100 Brokers. Please consider a donation to help us with our first cause.

I have started this GoFundMe page in order to help my friend, Wendy Melvin, a single, self-employed mother, who has recently suffered the tragic loss of her only child, Maddy Melvin Liebenberg. Six year old Maddy was involved in a fatal accident off Gambier Island, BC on Saturday, July 25, 2015.

Wendy’s life has been turned upside down. Not only has she suffered the incomprehensible loss of her only child, but she is now faced with the financial burden of piecing her life back together. Wendy’s only income is generated from her business, but she has been unable to work since Maddy’s death. The sustainability of Wendy’s business, a recruitment firm specializing in the technology space, depends on her ongoing daily involvement, and under the circumstances, this is just not possible.

100 Brokers who Care is about helping people in our communities that need it.

Over $7,000 Raised in 8 Days

From there, the broker community in Canada supported this cause through the GoFund me page (which has since been taken down) with generous donations of over $7,000. What an incredible outpouring of support. In the months since, we have been working to figure out the best way to move forward to support different causes in the most effective way. 

What you see presented on the website now is our best attempt at that. We probably don’t have it perfect, but then again, perfection isn’t the ultimate goal, progress is. Our goal is to keep getting better at what we are doing, identify those who need support, and provide it financially. 

If you are a mortgage broker in Canada, please consider joining us as we make a difference together! 

May 9, 2026
Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Chico - Battling Cancer our Recipient of the 2nd Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Rosa Bovino for bringing this Cause to our attention. Chico is a loving husband and father who has always given back to his community, family, and friends. His life changed unexpectedly when he suffered a sudden seizure and was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. His family has stood by his side through every challenge, and he has been unable to work due to his condition. Despite exhausting all conventional treatment options, there is still hope. Optune Gio is a device that could slow the tumor's growth and give Chico more precious time with his loved ones. However, the cost of this life-extending treatment is overwhelming, and his family urgently needs support to afford it. Chico's journey has been incredibly tough, but the community has rallied around him. Your support, no matter the size, will go directly toward his care, easing the financial burden on his family during this difficult time. Together, we can help Chico access the treatment he needs and allow him to focus on what matters most—spending time with the people he loves. Thank you for your kindness and generosity during this critical time.
By Brokers Who Care May 9, 2026
Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Lawson-Needs Our Help our Recipient of the 1st Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Emily Miszk for bringing this Cause to our attention. About a year ago, what appeared to be a routine illness became a life-threatening crisis. Lawson developed massive blood clots, and during a procedure, his heart stopped. He went without oxygen for up to 45 minutes and required CPR and ECMO life support to survive. Against incredible odds, Lawson is still here. He is now off life support, but he sustained significant brain injury. His recovery requires ongoing, intensive therapy, specialized care, and long-term medical support. Before this, Lawson was an active, sports-loving kid, often found at the rink supporting his older brother Cooper—a team captain who continues to show remarkable strength and leadership through it all. Today, Lawson’s family is navigating time away from work, ongoing medical travel, and the emotional and financial weight of rebuilding their lives around his recovery. Your vote is more than financial support—it’s access to therapy, care, and the opportunity for Lawson to reach his fullest potential. Lawson has already shown incredible strength. With our support, his story can continue to be one of resilience, progress, and hope.
By Brokers Who Care February 16, 2026
Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Let's Cure Lucas - Fighting an Ultra-Rare Genetic Disease our Recipient of the 1st Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Rocco Mongelli for bringing this Cause to our attention. Lucas Azevedo is a four-year-old with an ultra-rare gene variant affecting the RBM28 gene—a condition so rare that only one other child in the world has been discovered with it. This disease is currently unnamed and has no cure, but his smile and spirit inspire everyone around him.  Lucas lives with significant physical challenges. His ultra-rare gene variant affects all four of his limbs, his balance and coordination, his speech, his oral strength, and much more. His muscles are both tight and fragile, making even the simplest movements a challenge against gravity itself. Nothing happens automatically for him—every movement requires intention, strength, and support. The RBM28 variant affects his cerebellum, the area of the brain vital for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, posture, and motor learning. While there is currently no cure, gene therapy has been developed and has proven successful in stopping progression for many ultra-rare diseases. Lucas's family is hopeful about ongoing research and potential breakthroughs. In the meantime, Lucas works incredibly hard six days a week undergoing physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, swallowing therapy, and hydrotherapy to build strength and independence. His goal is to walk independently, run, jump, and ride a bike. Your support directly funds the therapies and care that allow Lucas to keep fighting and growing stronger. Together, we can help this remarkable little boy achieve his dreams and contribute to the research that may one day lead to a cure. Thank you for standing with Lucas and his family in this urgent fight.
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