Denise shared, “The National Children’s Cancer Society has taken a lot of weight off of me and my family by helping tackle financial burdens and helping us along the way through our difficult journey. I just want to say thank you so much for being here for me and my family during this hard time.”
Meet our Young Warriors
Meet some of the childhood cancer survivors that the NCCS has helped throughout the years. Read their cancer survivor stories, view their pictures and learn more about their journey. We’re sure they will inspire you – just as they inspire us each and every day!
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Sandra shared, “Ezra and I have always had a strong bond that I didn’t feel could get any stronger, yet I was wrong. We now have what I feel is a stronger bond.”
“We are so grateful that burden was taken off our plate so that we could focus on Brooks’ treatments and getting him better. Thank you so much.”
“This unforeseen diagnosis has rearranged our lives in many ways, especially financially. Your support has ensured Ja’Ziyah can attend every appointment, no matter how far. Thank you for your willingness to care for others during this challenging time.”
"I am incredibly grateful for the support we’ve received from The National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS). As a single mom who had to stop working to be by Jacob’s side, their assistance has been invaluable. NCCS, thank you for everything.”
“I’m not sure how we’d manage all of this without NCCS. Their help has allowed us to focus on what truly matters: Greenleigh’s health and happiness.”
“We are so grateful for the assistance provided by the NCCS. It has helped us with gas, groceries, and utilities. My husband and I commute daily to and from the hospital, and the cost adds up quickly!”
“The National Children’s Cancer Society was able to assist my family and bring peace of mind with the donation we qualified for...Thank you for supporting us and the many other families that have had to take this unexpected journey and fight for our children's lives!”
“The NCCS is so amazing for stepping in at the right time to provide support so that I could get my son to his treatment and help with medical expenses. I don’t know what I would have done if NCCS was not an organization...Thank you for helping to relieve the load of so many patients!”
“Our NCCS case manager has been a pleasure to work with and very helpful with the whole process of helping my little family. We've been blessed with such a wonderful resource.”
“The National Children's Cancer Society is one of the organizations that gave us gas money for traveling to the hospital and clinic each week. All of these kind gifts are greatly appreciated and desperately needed for families that have to face a crisis like this.”
“Isaiah’s cancer has affected our entire family, and stress over finances is the last thing a cancer family should be thinking about. Thanks to NCCS, some of those financial anxieties have been lifted and I am able to be physically and emotionally present during this difficult time.”
"The National Children's Cancer Society has been there for our family and we would like to share with any family who is in need of help through their journey… don't be discouraged to reach out."
“With a new house, we had bills we didn't know how to pay with one income. The National Children's Cancer Society has provided us with funds to help alleviate the financial stress we have." - Raegan's mom
Jocelyn explained, “The NCCS has helped us tremendously. I have missed a lot of work with each hospitalization, week-long stays, and driving back and forth for treatments.”
"We feel blessed to the NCCS as a resource to help Logan and our family during this difficult time."