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A message from Jay and Liz Scott, Alex's Parents:

Many of you think of Alex as a hero – the sweet and courageous lemonade girl who inspired others to help children with cancer. Although she did not get the chance to live a long life, she showed us what it means to live a full life. Her bravery, strength and love of life continue to inspire us every day. She is indeed our hero!

Since Alex was diagnosed in 1997, millions more children worldwide have suffered because of cancer. These kids all have hopes and dreams of long lives. They have parents, brothers and sisters, grandparents and cousins who cherish them. They all inspire those who know them with their bravery, strength, and love of life. They are all heroes.

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Siblings of childhood cancer heroes face their own challenges with incredible perseverance. Read more about these inspiring SuperSibs.

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Kingsley, a sporty and resilient child, was 11 months old when seemingly endless tests revealed he had Wilms tumor. He had a kidney removed with the tumor and immediately began chemotherapy. Today, he's 14, soaring through school, and cancer-free!
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After finding an orange-sized mass in the middle of his chest, Gabriel was diagnosed with lymphoma, an uncommon type of cancer for kids as young as he was. At 3 years old, Gabe fought cancer and successfully went into remission in May 2024!
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Viviana is a vibrant and fun-loving little girl. After showing several strange symptoms, Viviana was taken to the ER and was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia soon after. Today her laughter is still contagious as she's in the midst of treatment!
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Lincoln is a silly and insightful kid who loves LEGOs, superheroes and playing with his puppy. In 2017, he began throwing up randomly which led to the discovery of a large brain tumor. At 3 years old, Lincoln began treatment with an emergency surgery.
The best words to describe Connor are funny, goofy and loving. He is naturally strong and resilient, especially as he’s fighting his B cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Connor's treatment has been tough, but today he is in the maintenance stage.
Julie is a spunky 9-year-old girl who loves all living things. In 2021, Julie developed symptoms that stumped her doctors. After many doctors visits and testing, Julie was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Today she is still fighting for her cure.
Max is a creative little boy who loves to use his imagination. When he was 3 years old, he started getting unexpected nosebleeds and knee pains. After several misdiagnoses, his family took him for blood work where they finally discovered he had leukemia.
Kadi loves expressing herself in artistic ways. In 2019, she began having lower leg pain where a tumor was soon discovered. She was then diagnosed with osteosarcoma and began treatment that same day. Today, Kadi is still waiting for her cure.
At 7 years old, Ava was having pain in her wrist with no sign of injury. Eventually, she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and endured countless rounds of chemotherapy. Today, as a teenager, cancer has learned not to mess with Ava!
Evelyn Grace Doyle was a beautiful and sweet baby. Born on May 19, 2009, her arrival was going to be the best day of her parents’ lives. Sadly, it turned out to be the most frightening and devastating experience they’d ever faced. 
Braxton
Braxton is a loving 6-year-old with bright red hair and an even brighter personality. Although he is one of the sweetest kids out there, he’s also a major class clown. Braxton’s goofball personality can and must fill any room with laughter. He has always
Ezra
Ezra can be a bit shy, but with his family, he’s an outgoing 7-year-old. He was diagnosed with stage II Wilms tumor and was already lethargic, anemic, and dehydrated when he was admitted to the hospital, and underwent a nephrectomy and chemotherapy.
Olivia bravely fought rhabdomyosarcoma at 6 years old. In 2021, she was diagnosed after her father noticed she had a swollen lymph node while on vacation. Olivia has since completed a litany of treatments and is now NED.
Sass the size of Texas, serious headshakes accompanying adamant “NO”s, and a smile so beautiful it would light up a room – these were all things that painted the perfect picture of Nora. Nora fought a brain cancer until she was 14 months old.
Jaxson is a fun-loving child who shows little fear. In November 2018, Jaxson’s parents discovered a lump in his neck, and by February 2019, he was diagnosed with synovial sarcoma. Jaxson faced treatment bravely and today, he has reached remission!
If you’re lucky enough to meet Georgia, prepare to be her new BFF! She is incredibly loving and gives the best hugs, and even after being diagnosed with cancer, she continues to shine brightly. Today, Georgia has finished treatment for Wilms tumor!
Smiley and a bit of a troublemaker, Landon was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in June 2020. Treatment was rough, but today Landon is attending school in-person again while receiving chemotherapy at home.
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Delaney is fighting everything cancer throws at her with the strength of her favorite superheroes. When Laney was diagnosed with a spinal cord tumor, she endured several surgeries and failed chemotherapy regiments in an attempt to remove it.
Zaniyah has a personality as strong as her spirit. A 4-year-old diva, Zaniyah has been fighting DIPG since December 2021. Currently, DIPG is a cancer that is incurable. But Zaniyah and her family are not giving up hope that one day a cure can be found.