Sydney Herstein

This experience has taught me to stop and smell the roses, to be an active participant instead of an observer, and to take advantage of all opportunities.

Mikari Tarpley

When I doubted whether I could be stronger than this disease, the voice would cry out, “Fight it, conquer it, and live to tell your story.”

Isabella Toth

My encounter with cancer ceased to be a negative experience as soon as I shifted my perspective. Armed with humor and hopefulness, I refashioned the hardships my illness bestowed upon me.

Alejandrina Marte

I want to use my skills with art to make the world a better place. To inspire good and allow people with similar experiences to rise beyond their circumstances.

Rian Covington

No matter where I am, I think back to that Wednesday, and it reminds me of my purpose each and every day and what my survivorship means to me: to inspire others.