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Taylor was born on Oct 10, 2016. She was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at 11 days old. She had multiple very intense chemo treatments during her first year of life and had been on maintenance chemo since October 2017. She’s an incredible fighter, she’s overcome astrovirus, pneumatosis, and 16 weeks of RSV. July 19, 2018 we found out her cancer came back and we are preparing for her biggest fight yet.
$27,864
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The Story Behind This Hero Fund

Taylor was diagnosed with B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at 11 days old. Her course of treatment lasts over 2-years. It has not been easy. She has struggled with infections due to her suppressed immune system, as well as multiple side effects. Despite these challenges, Taylor continues to pull through.

With B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia there is a proven treatment plan. The standard course of treatment works for most children. Today over 90% of children with this type of leukemia survive. 50 years ago, this wasn’t the case. The success of this treatment plan exists because of decades of research. And because of research if a child with B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia relapses, there is a backup plan of attack.

Sadly, this isn’t the case for many other types of childhood cancers. Brain tumors are particularly challenging. We want to change the future for children with cancer, especially brain tumors. We are raising money to fund the research that will bring cures and less toxic treatments.

"Do it anyway" is a fitting theme. The lows are low but we do it anyway. Some things are not fun, or pleasant, but we do it anyway. Sometimes people aren't nice, but we are nice anyway.

The focus going forward is kindness and hope. Your support of Taylor’s Make a Difference Fund brings both! Thank you for joining us!

Highlights & Happenings

  • Our 2016 Donors

    Your Support Means So Much

    These friends and family members helped us raise funds for childhood cancer research in honor of Taylor! See the 2018 list.

  • What Is A.L.L?

    Learn more about acute lymphoblastic leukemia (A.L.L.) on the St. Baldrick's blog!

  • What You Should Know

    Childhood cancer affects thousands of kids and families around the world every year. This infographic shows a few realities you should know.

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Donations given to Taylor's Make a Difference Fund go directly to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation to fund lifesaving childhood cancer research around the world. The Foundation is guided by a Scientific Advisory Committee, comprised of leading experts in the childhood cancer community, to ensure that every dollar makes the greatest impact for kids with cancer.

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Who's Involved

These people make us smile - they’re the doers and money-raisers on behalf of Taylor's Make a Difference Fund. They’re shaving their heads, hosting events, starting fundraisers and more to make childhood cancer research possible.

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  • Create An Event

    Start your own St. Baldrick’s head-shaving event to support our Hero Fund! A dedicated staff member will guide you every step of the way—and you’ll have fun doing something great for kids with cancer.

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  • Be a Shavee

    Register to shave your head and support our Hero Fund at any St. Baldrick’s event worldwide! No event nearby? Go virtual and shave anytime, anywhere.

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    Not into head-shaving? No problem! Start a fundraiser for our Hero Fund doing something you love—bike a marathon, host a bake sale, anything goes!

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