Childhood Cancer

Childhood Cancer Knows No Borders

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
February 4, 2023

On World Cancer Day, we recognize that childhood cancer knows no borders, and we celebrate that St. Baldrick’s Foundation donors and volunteers are making a difference for kids around the world.

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Childhood Cancer

Meet 2023 Ambassador Martha: A Legacy of Courage, Compassion, and Conviction

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
February 3, 2023

For seven years, #TeamMartha was the rallying cry of a devoted community — family, friends, teammates, caregivers and even those who learned of her story from afar — who supported Martha Riedel in her battle with cancer. It symbolizes a life lived with courage, determination, and relentless zeal for all that she loved. It’s who Martha was.

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“Fierce Face” Martha

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Childhood Cancer

Meet 2023 Ambassador Jonah: A Rare Gift

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
January 23, 2023

The best gifts are the ones that make us smile and fill our hearts with joy. When we are lucky enough to receive such a gift, we find ourselves filled with gratitude. 

Jonah is this kind of gift — to his family, to his friends and to those he meets every day. Despite having faced childhood cancer, he is, in his mum’s words, “the most kind, inclusive, loving, welcoming, forgiving heart while also being the hardest working person you’ll ever meet.” 

It doesn’t seem to add up—Jonah has every reason to be discouraged, defeated and even angry because of the impact childhood cancer has had on his life. But when you meet this survivor, you can see that childhood cancer doesn’t define him and you can’t deny that he is a gift. This is Jonah’s story. 

Jonah sitting on lifeguard stand at the beach.

Jonah at the beach in 2021.

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Childhood Cancer

Meet 2023 Ambassador Hanna: A Lesson in Rising Above the Storm

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
January 17, 2023

Life can be unfair. Curveballs, challenges, and heartaches do not discriminate. Even for the nicest people you know. 

But there’s a popular quote that promises, “rise above the storm and you will find the sunshine.” 

Meet Hanna. She has embodied this quote for 29 years, rising above the unfair hand she was dealt to feel the sunshine on her face. 

Meet Hanna (no extra “h” at the end please). 

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Hanna

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Research

Celebrating Four New St. Baldrick’s Foundation Research Grants

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
January 12, 2023

Childhood Cancer

Meet 2023 Ambassador Jaron: A YouTube Star with a Heart for Others

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
January 9, 2023

“Hi everybody! Welcome back to Jaron’s Toys.”

Jaron holding his dog, Chloe.

Jaron with his dog, Chloe.

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Childhood Cancer

Meet 2023 Ambassador Mia: An Extraordinary Kindergartener with a Mega-Watt Smile

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
January 6, 2023

Mia is no ordinary girl; in fact, she is EXTRA-ordinary! This spunky, fun-loving, energetic kindergartener is full of imagination.

Mia in hospital room during chemotherapy treatment.

Mia in hospital during chemotherapy treatment.

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Childhood Cancer

Meet the 2023 St. Baldrick’s Ambassadors!

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
January 4, 2023

St. Baldrick’s Ambassadors represent the wide diversity of kids diagnosed with childhood cancers. Their stories highlight the importance of supporting the best childhood cancer research so all kids diagnosed can live long, healthy, productive and happy lives.

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Childhood Cancer

What a Difference a Year Makes

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
December 8, 2022

A year ago, Sage was as excited as any 4-year-old at Christmastime. His family had no idea how much their lives would change just a month later.

Sage opening presents on Christmas Day 2021

Sage opening presents on Christmas Day 2021

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Research

2022 Infrastructure Grants to Support Clinical Trials

by St. Baldrick's Foundation
November 21, 2022

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