# Fundraising for Janusz Grzelak medical treatment

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/fundraising-for-janusz-grzelak-medical-treatment
> Updated: 2026-11-07T15:21:12.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 3.

Polish actress Danuta Stenka issued an urgent public appeal for funds to finance life-saving CAR-T cell therapy for her husband, Janusz Grzelak, who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of plasma cell myeloma. The required treatment, estimated at approximately 2 million PLN, was not covered by public health insurance.

Within 48 hours of the campaign launch on the Siepomaga platform, Stenka and her daughters successfully reached the fundraising goal of approximately 2 million PLN to cover the medical costs. The funds are designated for the specialized therapy, which offers a chance for survival following Grzelak’s diagnosis. The illness has caused significant health complications, including kidney failure and spinal damage, leaving him bedridden.

The family expressed profound gratitude to the donors, describing them as “angels” who provided both financial means and hope during a critical time. Stenka noted that the overwhelming public response exceeded all expectations, providing a real chance for Mr. Grzelak to fight the disease.

Following the rapid collection of funds, which included contributions from industry colleagues and strangers, the campaign drew some online criticism. Some individuals suggested that public figures should fund their own medical costs. In response, actress Ada Fijał defended the family, stating that outsiders cannot know the full circumstances of a family's situation, and confirmed that she also personally contributed to the collection.

## Claims

- Janusz Grzelak was diagnosed with plasma cell myeloma. (reported by 3 sources)
- Janusz Grzelak began experiencing spinal pain in mid-September. (reported by 3 sources)
- The required amount for the CAR-T therapy is approximately 2 million PLN. (reported by 2 sources)
- The fundraiser reached its goal in less than 48 hours. (reported by 2 sources)
- The fundraiser was hosted on the Siepomaga platform. (reported by 2 sources)
- Janusz Grzelak is 63 years old. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-11-07: Danuta Stenka husband receives medical funding after rapid public response

Polish actress Danuta Stenka successfully raised two million PLN in under 48 hours to fund life-saving treatment for her husband, Janusz Grzelak, following his diagnosis with aggressive myeloma.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/danuta-stenka-fundraising-goal-met-for-husbands-cancer-treatment

### 2026-11-05: Danuta Stenka raises 2 million PLN for husband's cancer treatment

Actress Danuta Stenka successfully raised 2 million PLN in under 48 hours to fund CAR-T therapy for her husband, Janusz Grzelak, who is battling aggressive plasma cell myeloma.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/danuta-stenka-raises-2-million-pln-for-husbands-cancer-treatment

### 2026-11-03: Danuta Stenka appeals for funds for husband's cancer treatment

Actress Danuta Stenka is seeking donations to fund a 2 million PLN CAR-T cell therapy for her husband, Janusz Grzelak, who is battling aggressive plasma cell myeloma.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anna-dymna-successfully-raises-funds-for-respite-center-expansion

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