Stories Archives - Children's Cancer Research Fund https://childrenscancer.org/category/stories/ Children's Cancer Research Fund invests in lifesaving, leading-edge research in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of childhood cancers and blood-related disorders. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:34:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Surviving Survival: Cole’s story  https://childrenscancer.org/surviving-survival-coles-story/ Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:34:18 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=17196 Mental health is often an overlooked part of childhood cancer.

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]]> Fishing, Football and Friendship  https://childrenscancer.org/fishing-football-and-friendship/ Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:11:33 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=17174 A Chasing10 moment to remember.

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]]> The Search for Better Neuroblastoma Treatments  https://childrenscancer.org/the-search-for-better-neuroblastoma-treatments/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:05:18 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16909 From diagnosis to discovery: how donor support fuels hope for children like Emma

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]]> Rebuilding After Cancer: Madelyn’s Story  https://childrenscancer.org/madelyns-story/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:31:13 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16802 Madelyn and Toni thought they’d reached the finish line. But in some ways, it was just the beginning.

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]]> Meet Two Team CCRF Runners Taking on Grandma’s Marathon  https://childrenscancer.org/meet-two-team-ccrf-runners-grandmas-marathon/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:13:41 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16756 Every mile has meaning.

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]]> Why Wait: Alex Monahan’s Journey to Giving Back  https://childrenscancer.org/why-wait-alex-monahans-journey-to-giving-back/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:03:06 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16745 Tech entrepreneur doubles down on bold giving.

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]]> Twenty Years Later: Liz’s Story of Strength, Family and Hope https://childrenscancer.org/lizs-story/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:20:39 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16600 What cancer wasn’t counting on: Liz's grit.

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]]> Building the Future for Kids Facing AML   https://childrenscancer.org/building-the-future-for-kids-facing-aml/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:05:31 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16692 How Ella’s story is helping accelerate lifesaving childhood AML research.

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]]> Finding Community and Creativity: Glamorama Ambassador Anikah’s Story  https://childrenscancer.org/finding-community-and-creativity-glamorama-ambassador-anikahs-story/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:27:56 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16482 At Camp Norden, Anikah didn’t have to explain herself.

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]]> Curtain Call for Courage and a Cure: Glamorama Ambassador Isaac’s story  https://childrenscancer.org/isaacs-story/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:47:03 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16471 Survivor, athlete, ambassador – Isaac takes the Glamorama stage

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]]> Bold and Unstoppable: Glamorama Ambassador Valerie’s Story   https://childrenscancer.org/bold-and-unstoppable-glamorama-ambassador-valeries-story/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:34:50 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16461 A young survivor rewriting strength on her terms.

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]]> He Should Be Here: Nathan’s Story  https://childrenscancer.org/he-should-be-here-nathans-story/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 22:58:25 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16419 Nathan’s fight against a rare cancer ended too soon, but his family’s love is driving new research, giving hope to children who follow in his footsteps.

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]]> Glamorama: Powering Better Answers for Kids like Fritz https://childrenscancer.org/glamorama-powering-better-answers-for-kids-like-fritz/ Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:14:33 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16388 A rare diagnosis changed everything for this young boy.

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]]> Where Rare Meets Remarkable: Alice’s Story of Research and Resilience  https://childrenscancer.org/where-rare-meets-remarkable/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:02:39 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16376 Glamorama is fueling research that gives kids like Alice a brighter future.

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]]> A Clinical Trial Means More Time With Eva  https://childrenscancer.org/a-clinical-trial-means-more-time-with-eva/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:36:08 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16308 Eva’s courage is shaping the future of brain tumor treatment.

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]]> What Research Made Possible: Emma’s Story  https://childrenscancer.org/what-research-made-possible-emmas-story/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:42:23 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16195 Ringing every bell as research gives Emma more time.

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]]> When Cancer Strikes Twice: Lincoln’s story  https://childrenscancer.org/when-cancer-strikes-twice-lincolns-story/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16043 Lincoln is bravely facing a second leukemia diagnosis – this time a rare, aggressive form caused by his earlier treatment.

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]]> From Research to Joy: Moments that Matter for Eva and her Family  https://childrenscancer.org/from-research-to-joy-moments-that-matter-for-eva-and-her-family/ Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:32:45 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=16064 A surprise powered by research, community and generosity.

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