Jumping for a good cause: Children in Winterthur jump for children with cancer

Childhood cancer research by SPOG

The Swiss Paediatric Oncology Group (SPOG) is the national research network against cancer in children and adolescents. Every year, around 350 children and adolescents in Switzerland develop cancer. Thanks to clinical research, almost 9 out of 10 can now be successfully treated. SPOG’s goal is to further improve the chances of cure and reduce side effects.

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How the campaign works

For many years, the Winterthur Sports Office has organised the Rope Skipping Championship for all school classes. This year, it is becoming a charity campaign for the first time:

1. In November, all classes jump during physical education lessons.
2. The Sports Office collects the results.
3. Sponsors transform the jumps into donations for childhood cancer research by SPOG.

The Winterthur Championship has joined the national “Jumping for a Good Cause” movement by SPOG, which was launched in spring. Together, this creates a powerful message: Children helping children and supporting research.

For children

Are you jumping? That’s fantastic that you’re taking part! Every turn of your rope brings points for your class and helps children with cancer in Switzerland. At the end of the campaign, we’ll see how many jumps and how much money has been collected for research.

Would you like to know more about what happens with the money? Watch the explainer video and find out how research helps children and adolescents with cancer.

For teachers

Thank you very much for taking part with your class! The Rope Skipping Championship combines movement with solidarity and shows the children that sport not only keeps you fit but can also make a difference. We would be delighted if you could talk to the participating children about the “Jumping for a Good Cause” campaign and explain how the campaign helps to improve treatments for children and adolescents with cancer. Do you have questions? We would be happy to support you.

Anniversary participation campaign for school classes: In 2026, Spogli celebrates his 50th birthday. From now until 28 February 2026, school classes can take part in the anniversary participation campaign. Below the article, you will find further opportunities to integrate childhood cancer research into your lessons.

For parents and donors

Your child is moving – and making a difference for others. The championship is healthy, fun and this year also supports research for children with cancer in Switzerland. Here’s how you can help:

• Donations: Every contribution flows directly into SPOG research projects and shows the participating children that their sporting efforts have made a real impact. The donation result will be communicated at the end of the campaign.
• Sponsorship: Corporate partnerships make every jump valuable and visible (logo on this page, mention in communications by the Winterthur Sports Office and SPOG).

Donate now or enquire about sponsorship.