Student Visionaries of the Year Triangle
Mary-Knowles Hixson | Team Tatom
Mary-Knowles's Student Visionaries of the Year Triangle Fundraiser
Welcome to my fundraising page for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). This year, I’m raising money in honor of Oliver Morrel, a courageous, 23-month old boy currently battling a rare and aggressive leukemia called Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia (AMKL).
Oliver’s Story
Oliver’s journey began on January 21, when his family noticed concerning symptoms and took him to the pediatrician. What followed was a whirlwind of hospital visits, tests, and finally the devastating diagnosis of AMKL. This rare and difficult-to-treat leukemia has turned their world upside down, and his family is facing an incredibly tough road ahead. I’m dedicating this fundraiser to raise awareness and support for Oliver and others in similar situations.
Why I’m Fundraising for LLS
After hearing about Oliver’s story, I knew I wanted to take action. Joining the LLS Student Visionaries of the Year campaign felt like the right way to help. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is doing amazing work to fund research, offer support for patients, and advocate for better treatments. They are making real progress in the fight against blood cancers by:
- Funding Research: LLS supports cutting-edge research in areas like immunotherapy and personalized medicine.
- Providing Patient Support: LLS offers free, personalized support to families, helping them navigate the challenges of treatment.
- Advocating for Change: LLS pushes for policies that make treatments more accessible and accelerate the development of new therapies.
How You Can Help
I’m working hard to raise money for this cause, and any support you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Whether you can donate or simply spread the word, your help will directly support LLS’s life-changing work. Every donation is tax-deductible and goes directly toward funding research and providing resources for families like Oliver’s.
To learn more about Oliver’s journey and how you can support him, visit https://www.olivers-journey.com/.
Thank you for your generosity and support. Your help truly makes a difference.
For more information about LLS, please visit www.lls.org.
10 Comments
Dianne Owens Jones
so thankful for all the V foundation and the KAY YOW F and the research the funds have provided for cancer research
elease buffaloe
With care
Jessica Moore
Way to work to support a wonderful cause, Mary-Knowles! We are proud of you!
Mary Beth Evans
Keep up the good work, MK!
Jeff Connor
Way to go MK!
Anonymous
So proud of you Mary-Knowles for doing this for such a great cause!
Lisa Coster
All my love and prayers are with your family. Prayers for complete healing and comfort. May God hold you all close. 💕
Caroline Birckhead
You are one amazing teen! Proud of you for doing this💙
Beth Swartz
Thank you for doing this Mary Knowles! I am so proud of you!
Debbie Walter
Thank you for your efforts and bringing an awareness to all LLS does to support blood cancer research and patients.