Student Visionaries of the Year Charleston

Rachel Darling | Making the Darling Difference

Rachel's Student Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser

Jan 30, 2025

Cancer has a way of reaching into all our lives, directly or through someone we love. For me, it became deeply personal at just eight years old when I was diagnosed with leukemia. My world changed overnight—childhood joys gave way to hospital stays and uncertainty. But through the pain and fear, I discovered resilience I didn’t know I had.

I’m here today because of groundbreaking treatments made possible by research funded through organizations like the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). That support saved my life. But the fight isn’t over—many families are still waiting for hope.

Your generosity fuels that hope. It drives research, saves lives, and brings us closer to a future free from cancer. Thank you for being part of this fight.

For more information about LLS, please visit www.lls.org.

 

 

10 Comments

  • Hank and Suzanne Hatchell

    We are so proud of you Rachel!

  • Beth Baldwin

    You go girl! Love, Malcolm and Beth Baldwin

  • Karin Tatar

    In honor of Rachel Darling ❤️

  • Susan Frickman

    What an inspiration you are, Rachel! Such a beautiful way to give back.

  • Jennifer Almers

    It is wonderful to see you doing so well, Rachel.

  • Rebecca Greenway

    This is amazing!! SHINE your light and give hope to others!

  • Ida painter

    Proud of you!

  • Blaire Morel

    Rachel, keep shining your bright light!

  • Anita L

    From one fighter to another

  • Terry Mop Douglas

    You were amazing and beautiful at 8 years old, and here you are 10 years later just slaying it! ??

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