Georgios Fantousis, a nurse at the Day Care Unit of the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre, is set to turn a personal athletic challenge into a powerful act of humanity. On Saturday, June 14, 2025, he will participate in the international open-water swimming event Oceanman Italy, covering 14 kilometres across Lake Orta in the Italian Alps.

With every stroke, Georgios carries a message of support, compassion and hope for the Centre’s patients: you are not alone. There are people by your side who care, who support you, and who walk this path with you, not only within hospital walls, but far beyond them.

Fantousis’ participation in this race takes on a philanthropic dimension, aiming to raise funds* in support of the Oncology Centre and its patients.

Having previously competed twice in the same event over half the distance; Fantousis returns this year with a clear determination to complete the whole route. A journey that is not only physical, but also deeply symbolic, a passage through personal limits, adversity and uncertainty, mirroring the daily reality of those living with cancer.

This effort can become a collective one. Through a simple yet meaningful gesture, each of us can send a message of hope, support, and strength.

How to support the cause

Send an SMS to 7060:

  • Text ONCCY 1 to donate €1
  • Text ONCCY 3 to donate €3
  • Text ONCCY 5 to donate €5

For larger contributions from companies or organisations, donations can be made directly to the following accounts:

Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre

  • IBAN (Electronic): CY90 0020 0157 0000 0005 0506 3200
  • IBAN (Paper): CY90002001570000000505063200
  • SWIFT/BIC: BCYPCY2N

Your contribution will directly support the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre’s work and transform a personal journey into a shared act of hope.

*Fundraising Permit No.: N.P. 34/2025