15-year-old provincial gymnast champion already giving back with music therapy program

Samantha Fung - Gymnast — 15-year-old gymnast Samantha Fung.

Posted February 26, 2024 12:19 pm.

Last Updated February 26, 2024 12:20 pm.

Mississauga’s Samantha Fung is an extraordinary 15-year-old. She’s a level 10 gymnast who’s won multiple provincial titles but she also wanted to give back during COVID.

Samantha would go on to start up a youth charity to provide music therapy programs for children with special needs.

Samantha Fung – Gymnast

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