Team Mallory, Hawaii
Meet Team Mallory, ALSF's Childhood Cancer Hero family representing the many kids affected by cancer in Hawaii this year.
Alex's Lemonade Days is an annual 3-day fundraiser where supporters from coast to coast hold lemonade stands in a unified effort to raise funds for childhood cancer research. Support this family and all kids with cancer by hosting an Alex's Lemonade Stand in your hometown!
Team Mallory is a family with a hereditary cancer syndrome called Li-Fraumeni Syndrome. The children are monitored annually for potential tumors. Jennifer, their mother, is currently undergoing chemotherapy for metastatic breast cancer. Team Mallory won't give up till there are cures for all cancers. They are holding a lemonade stand on Ewa Beach during Alex's Lemonade Days, June 12-14, 2015. Read about Lily Mallory, childhood cancer hero.
Team Mallory answered some questions for us about themselves and the state they are proud to represent.
Members of the family:
Phil, Jen, Phillip (15), Kiera (14), Lily (10), Bella (9) Mallory
Name of your childhood cancer hero:
Lily
Type of cancer your childhood cancer hero was diagnosed with?
Adrenocortical carcinoma and Sarcoma
What is his or her current status?
NED (no evidence of disease)
What are some of your favorite activities to do as a family?
Playing games, surfing, going for walks.
Are you lifelong residents of your state?
No, we've been here for 10 years.
If friends were coming to visit your state, what’s one spot or attraction you’d tell them not to miss?
So many! Pearl Harbor a tribute to those who gave their live in the name of freedom, amazing beaches.
What food is your state known for? Do you like it?
Pineapples and kahlua pig- YUM!
What makes your state special to you?
Aloha and Ohana. Everyone is family and you are always greeted with a hug and the spirit of aloha (love).
Read about our other Hero Family State Reps and learn more about Alex's Lemonade Days
