Meet Grace: A Hero Who Journeyed From Fearful to Inspirational
Written by: Deborah Pecis You might not recognize 15-year-old Grace McKay if she were to stand next to a photograph of her 10-year-old self. While … Continued
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Stories of the Heroes Circle
A Message of Gratitude to Our Supporters
THANK YOU! Your love and support of our Heroes Circle programming is making a tremendous difference in the lives of our amazing heroes across the … Continued
Meet Natalee: A Powerful Martial Artist Who Shines Through Power Breathing
The Heroes Circle is grateful for Natalee and her family, and their willingness to share their story so we can help change more lives. Written … Continued
Meet Melissa: A Warrior for Pain
Melissa Adams could put on a great “game face.” Many people in her social circle didn’t realize—or did not believe—that she suffered daily from chronic … Continued
Four Forever Friends
High school graduation is a meaningful milestone for most, but it’s even morespecial for young women who’ve faced challenges and come out on top. By … Continued
Meet Je’Nailya: A High School Senior Who Plans to Make Everyone Feel Beautiful.
By Lynne Golodner “Sickle cell is an up-and-down roller coaster,” says Je’Nailya Belew. “One minute you can be fine, and then three years ago, I … Continued
Meet Danielle: A High School Senior Who Heads into a Future of Fantastic Storytelling and Riveting Performance.
By Lynne Golodner It’s going to be different to live several states away from her family and friends, but Danielle McKay is ready for the … Continued
Meet Haley: A High School Senior Who Makes the Most of Every Moment – Thanks to True Friendships and Welcoming Acceptance from KKC.
By Lynne Golodner Haley Wallace doesn’t let anything get her down. A child survivor of Rhabdomyosarcoma – a rare cancer that was caught early – … Continued
Meet Paris: Healing the World Through the Power of Breath and Friendship.
By Lynne Golodner When Paris Davis first came to Kids Kicking Cancer (KKC) as the sibling of two brothers with Sickle Cell, she was shy. … Continued
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