Sophie Berude

Sophie Berude's life has been a journey of triumph and generosity. Diagnosed with leukaemia at 6, she transformed her battle into a beacon of hope, becoming a prominent figure in the fundraising efforts of cancer charity Redkite. 

Sophie has been a vital part of numerous Redkite campaigns over the past 7 years, including its recent Christmas and Crunch 4 Kids campaigns. Through her personal 'Joy Campaigns', she has channelled over $40,000 worth of gifts to John Hunter Children's Hospital, aiming to brighten the days of other children. 

Sophie’s spirit isn't confined to philanthropy; she has also conquered the karate world, clinching Australia's top ranking in 2022 and a bronze at the World Cup in her division in 2023. She has also spoken at a global health summit, where she championed a message of finding joy daily. Sophie's journey is not just inspiring, but a call to action – to find the sparkle in every challenge.