Night of Hope: €541,800 Raised to Turn Hope into Action

Since its creation, Imagine for Margo has been driven by a strong belief: every child should have access to the best possible treatments, the greatest chances of recovery and the support they need to face cancer with courage.

To celebrate 15 years of commitment alongside children with cancer and their families — and, above all, to help shape what comes next — we created La Nuit de l’Espoir (Night of Hope).

On November 3, 2026, nearly 1,000 guests gathered at the Théâtre Marigny in the heart of Paris for an extraordinary evening of generosity and collective action.

Families, researchers, healthcare professionals, committed businesses, corporate partners, donors, and friends of the association came together with one shared ambition: to support projects capable of making a lasting difference in the lives of children with cancer.

The evening began with the arrival of around twenty children, accompanied by our charity single, “Viens, on rêve”.

What followed was three unforgettable hours hosted by Erika Moulet and Maître Camille de Foresta. Each project was introduced through a moving personal story, followed by a fundraising appeal to help bring it to life.

Between these powerful moments, guests enjoyed an exceptional programme of entertainment, including two performances by magician Larsène, a concert by the French Republican Guard Band, and a live performance by singer Daysy.

Driven by emotion, solidarity, and a shared determination to build a better future, our supporters helped raise an incredible €541,800 to fund seven childhood cancer research and well-being projects.

That evening, every pledge brought a real project one step closer to becoming a reality, directly benefiting children, their families, and scientific research.

PEDIAC Project – Understanding Childhood Cancer to Develop Better Treatments

Childhood cancers remain insufficiently understood.

The PEDIAC project aims to deepen our understanding of the genetic changes involved in childhood cancers, helping researchers identify new therapeutic targets and develop more effective treatments.

By advancing our knowledge of these diseases, this research could open the door to new treatment opportunities and improve children’s chances of recovery.

Fundraising target: €100,000 to finance the project’s first year.

Medulloblastoma Project – Turning a Scientific Discovery into a New Treatment

Medulloblastoma is one of the most common malignant brain tumours affecting children.

A major scientific discovery has opened up a promising new avenue for treating this disease.

This research project aims to turn that breakthrough into a new treatment, offering renewed hope to children and families facing this devastating diagnosis.

Fundraising target: €100,000 to finance the project’s first year.

BIOMEDE Project – Turning a Major Breakthrough into Hope for Every Child

Diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) is one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat childhood cancers.

The BIOMEDE research programme has achieved a remarkable scientific breakthrough, bringing new hope to children affected by this devastating disease.

Continuing this research is essential to ensuring that these advances can ultimately benefit every child who needs them.

Fundraising target: €130,000 to complete the project’s funding.

T-ALL Leukaemia Project – Giving Children New Chances of Recovery

For children diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL), every medical breakthrough matters.

To reduce the risk of relapse and improve survival outcomes, Imagine for Margo is supporting the IntReALL T project, a clinical trial investigating a promising new treatment.

The goal is to offer children facing this aggressive form of leukaemia better treatment options and greater chances of recovery.

Fundraising target: €70,000 to complete the project’s funding.

Beyond advancing childhood cancer research, Imagine for Margo is committed to improving the daily lives of children undergoing treatment and supporting their families throughout the challenges of the disease.

Three dedicated well-being projects were presented during the Night of Hope.

Respite Weekends for Families – Giving Parents a Moment to Breathe

Sometimes, caring for a child also means taking care of their parents.

These respite weekends offer parents a much-needed opportunity to step away from the challenges of everyday life, reconnect with themselves, and share meaningful moments with others who truly understand their experiences.

They provide a valuable space to rest, recharge, and find the strength to keep going.

Fundraising target: €30,000 to finance three respite weekends in 2027.

Art Workshops – Helping Children Experience the Joy of Being Children

During hospital stays, children may struggle to find the words to express their emotions.

Art workshops provide a safe and creative space where young patients can express themselves, explore their imagination, and enjoy moments of happiness despite their illness.

Through painting, drawing, and other creative activities, these workshops offer children a welcome escape from the challenges of treatment.

Fundraising target: €50,000 to finance a full year of workshops, including staff salaries and materials.

Christmas Gifts for Hospitalised Children – Keeping the Magic of Christmas Alive

Christmas should remain a magical time for every child, including those spending the festive season in hospital.

This project aims to bring joy to children hospitalised in paediatric oncology departments by offering each of them a Christmas gift and a special moment of happiness.

Because even in the most difficult circumstances, every child deserves to experience the magic of Christmas.

Fundraising target: €20,000 to finance the project.

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of everyone who raised their pledge cards, all seven projects reached or exceeded their fundraising targets!

Every commitment made that evening represents a promise to children, adolescents, and young adults affected by cancer, as well as to their families: a promise to never give up and to continue fighting alongside them.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making this exceptional evening possible.

Thank you to all our guests, donors, and corporate partners for their presence and remarkable generosity.

Thank you to everyone who presented the projects on stage, sharing their stories with passion, emotion, and conviction.

Thank you to magician Larsène, our patron the French Republican Guard, and Daysy, one of the artists featured on our charity single “Viens, on rêve”, for their wonderful performances.

Thank you to Erika Moulet and Maître Camille de Foresta for hosting this unforgettable evening.

Thank you to the entire team at the Théâtre Marigny for their warm welcome.

A special thank you to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and the PSG Foundation for generously donating a football jersey signed by the players. Auctioned during the evening, this exceptional gift helped raise additional funds to support our projects.

And finally, thank you to everyone who has supported Imagine for Margo over the past 15 years.

Your generosity, trust, and commitment are what keep this fight moving forward.

For 15 years, we have witnessed the development of extraordinary research projects thanks to the generosity and commitment of our donors and partners.

Along the way, we have met passionate researchers, dedicated healthcare professionals, and incredibly courageous families, all united by the same determination to drive progress together.

With the Night of Hope, we wanted to create much more than a fundraising event.

We envisioned an evening where everyone could see the tangible impact of their support, meet the people working every day to advance childhood cancer research, and actively contribute to the projects they believe in.

We firmly believe that the greatest breakthroughs happen when people come together around a shared cause.

Above all, this evening was an invitation to take action for the 2,500 children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer every year in France.

Because meaningful progress begins when we stand together, every guest’s presence mattered just as much as their generosity.

Together, we turned this special evening into the starting point for projects that will help transform the lives of children affected by cancer.

The Night of Hope may be over, but our fight against childhood cancer continues.

There are many ways to support Imagine for Margo and help us build a future where every child has the chance to grow up free from cancer.

You can get involved by:

• Making a donation to support childhood cancer research and improve children’s well-being.
• Taking part in one of our charity races and turning your kilometres into hope.
• Organising a fundraising campaign or charity event to support our mission.
• Getting your company involved as a corporate partner or sponsor.
• Becoming a volunteer and joining our community of committed supporters.

Every donation, every initiative, and every act of solidarity brings us one step closer to a world without childhood cancer.

Together, let’s keep turning hope into action.