Local Chocolatier & Cancer Society Unite for Daffodil Day
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- Invercargill chocolatier Jane Stanton created special treats to support Cancer Society fundraising efforts.
- Chocolates feature artwork by fellow cancer survivor Janet de Wagt for Daffodil Day.
- Original artwork will also be auctioned to raise additional funds for cancer support.
Jane Stanton, owner of the Invercargill-based Seriously Good Chocolate Company, has combined her passion for chocolate with her personal journey as a cancer survivor to support the Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day appeal. Her company, known for using internationally acclaimed Belgian chocolate and the best of New Zealand produce, has launched a limited-edition range to raise funds.
“I asked a friend, Dunedin-based acrylic artist Janet de Wagt (also a cancer survivor) to provide the artwork for a special range of hand made chocolates to raise funds for Cancer Society Southern’s Daffodil Day appeal,” Jane said.
The chocolates, featuring Janet’s exclusive designs, are now available online and will soon be sold through Ballantynes department stores in Timaru, Christchurch and in Ballantynes Select in Invercargill Central mall. The range includes decadent hot chocolate kits, toffee and hokey pokey blocks, as well as dessert chocolates like lemon meringue and berry parfait.
Jane noted that the chocolates have already proven popular, making them perfect both as a treat and as gifts. She added, “Janet and I are already looking at Christmas range so we can continue to support the Cancer Society and Ballantynes have said if the demand is there, and they’re sure it will be, they’ll continue to stock our products. And you might want to look for a little surprise.”
The duo is also planning a special Christmas campaign with playful themes and possible competitions to name the new creations. In addition to the chocolates, Janet’s original artwork, used in the packaging, will be auctioned to raise further funds, with more details to come.
Cancer Society expressed deep appreciation for their efforts. She explained that one in three people are affected by cancer and demand for navigator services has increased by over 30 percent in the past 18 months, making fundraising efforts like this essential.
