Strength in Unity: MMA Community Joins Forces to Support Maria Favela in Her Courageous Battle Against Lymphatic Cancer
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UFC star Cynthia Calvillo has started a GoFundMe campaign to help her friend and fellow professional MMA fighter, Maria Favela, in her battle against lymphatic cancer. The campaign has been set up to help raise funds for Favela’s medical expenses, which have been incredibly costly for her and her family. As a dedicated athlete, Favela has never prepared herself financially or mentally for this kind of fight, but now she’s asking for the MMA community’s support to help her come out victorious.
Favela has spent her whole life preparing for battles in the cage. However, fighting cancer is a different kind of fight, one that requires a lot of strength, courage, and resilience. But Favela is not alone in this fight. The MMA community has shown an outpouring of support for her, and many fighters and fans alike have donated to the GoFundMe campaign to help cover her medical expenses.
In her own words, Favela says, “My life depends on it, and I am asking for your support to be able to win this fight for my life. I need all the help I can get to be able to come out with my hand raised.” Favela’s determination and fighting spirit are inspiring, and the MMA community is coming together to help her achieve victory.
If you would like to support Maria Favela in her fight against lymphatic cancer, you can make a donation through the GoFundMe campaign set up by Cynthia Calvillo. To donate, simply go to the GoFundMe page (https://www.gofundme.com/f/vn3b6u-help-maria-beat-cancer) and click on the “Donate Now” button. You will be prompted to enter your donation amount and provide your payment information. Any amount, big or small, can make a difference in helping Maria cover her medical expenses and win this fight.
It’s not often that we see professional athletes outside of their element, vulnerable and in need of support. However, in this case, the MMA community is showing that they are not just competitors in the cage, but they are also a family that looks out for one another. Favela’s fight against cancer is not just her fight; it’s a fight that we can all join in and help her win.
The GoFundMe campaign started by Cynthia Calvillo to help Maria Favela in her battle against lymphatic cancer is an inspiring example of the MMA community coming together to support one of its own. Favela’s fighting spirit and determination have touched many hearts, and the outpouring of support she has received is a testament to the strength and resilience of the MMA community. Let’s all come together to help Maria Favela win this fight and come out victorious.