The five-year-old was taken from the Lockington family after a short battle with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, a rare form of brain cancer.
But even while the family members mourn, they continue to honour Moni’s legacy through the charity The Cure Starts Now Australia.
And the Squires family is currently taking part in the Great Relay for Research.
The relay is a virtual event in which every dollar donated means another kilometre is travelled around Australia.
The fundraiser “started” in Tasmania last month before moving north through Victoria, up to Queensland and has now made its way to Western Australia.
“We’ve now raised over $8000,” Danielle Squires said.
“The idea actually came through The Cure Starts Now America. Fundraising hasn’t been easy this year because of COVID-19 but research can’t stop.
“We’re just aiming to raise as much money as we possibly can. It’s been amazing to see just how generous people have been, even though everyone is doing it tough.
“As a family we want to do everything we can to put a stop to this horrible disease.”
In September, Danielle teamed up with close friend Melissa Haines to raise money for the fundraiser, as the pair ran 21 km from Bamawm Extension to Echuca.
And their energy also reached as far as Mansfield a week earlier.
Danielle’s father Vito rode 44 km as part of his efforts to help the family raise vital funds.
“We’re really appreciative of everyone who has donated,” Danielle said.
“Even the smallest amount can make a difference.”
You can donate at https://give.everydayhero.com/au/the-great-relay-for-research
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