Captain Cure is dedicated to raising funds
When Malachi Agnew is rasing money for Cure Kids, he’s not trying to help those who are less fortunate, he’s trying to save the lives of his mates.
Yesterday, the 12-year-old Southland Boys’ High School student helped raise more than $1200 for the charity by organising a mufti day.
His mother, Julie Agnew, said her son had tirelessly raised funds in the hope he could save the lives of his friends.
At a young age Malachi was diagnosed with Chiari Malformation – a condition in which brain tissue extends into the spinal canal.
As a result, he has been battling several medical issues that range from epileptic seizures to paralysis and being unable to process food.
He has had numerous surgeries and procedures, and is constantly battling with pain.
Growing up in Starship Hospital, many of his friends battled with their own medical conditions and along the way some of them have died, Agnew said.
So when her son found out about Cure Kids and the work the charity was doing, her son was right behind them, she said.
A year ago, Malachi was asked to be an ambassador for Cure Kids and he has done even more work since.
‘‘If he’s around then he’s got the ability to fight for a cure, so he will. That’s what drives him.’’
On Red Nose Day on September 29, he gets around the collectors and thanks them for the work they do, Agnew said.
Her son had even created his own superhero alter ego, Captain Cure, who is on a mission to save children and find cures, she said.
‘‘He didn’t want to be the average Joe Blogs hero. He wanted to be something different.’’
Last weekend Malachi was dressed as Captain Cure when Briscoes and Rebel Sport hosted a superhero day where staff dressed up as to raise money for Cure Kids.
Even though he may be battling his own problems he just carries on, his mum said.