Local Fundraising to Lifelong Community: The Impact of Mini-THON
For families facing a childhood cancer diagnosis, support from the community can make all the difference. While more than 200 Mini-THON schools raise critical funds …
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AYA Cancer Awareness Week: Supporting Teens & Young Adults Like Lauryn
The first week of April is Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Awareness Week. AYA refers to individuals between the ages of 15 and 39, …
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Harlan: Embracing Joy Through an Unexpected Battle
Four Diamonds child Harlan is a bright and curious two-year-old who loves books, snacks and giving hugs to his mom and dad. On good days, …
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Shelly: Redefining a New Normal
“The things that make me different are the things that make me, me.” – Winnie the Pooh From the moment Shelly first heard her diagnosis …
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Ringing in Hope to Conquer Childhood Cancer
At Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital., the sweetest sound of the season is the bright, hopeful ring of a bell. For Four Diamonds children, …
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A Joyful Ring of Hope: Noah’s Triumph Over Leukemia
When 5-year-old Noah rang the bell at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital this spring, it marked not just the end of his treatment for …
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A Season of Gratitude: Westin’s Story
This Thanksgiving, the Martin family is most grateful for something they once feared might be lost: a return to normalcy. For 8-year-old Westin Martin, normal …
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After the Bell: Survivorship, Sisterhood and the Stories That Still Need to Be Told
For those not directly affected by cancer, the ringing of the bell signifies triumph—a joyful sound full of finality: celebration, closure and cure. For …
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Blakely: Big, Strong and Loved
“When we found out Four Diamonds was going to cover all of Blakely’s medical costs, we were overwhelmed with emotion. They lifted that burden so …
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Hoofbeat Haven: Going Beyond Therapeutic Horsemanship
“Through their hoofbeats and heartbeats, horses create a haven where we find our strength, so our illnesses will not define us.” Hoofbeat Haven began just …
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