Student Visionaries of the Year South Texas

Shalini Patel | Battle for Blood

Shalini's Student Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser; Battle for Blood

Mar 26, 2025

 

Hey Family and Friends!

As we enter the final weeks of my campaign, I would love your support! Every donation—big or small—makes a difference and goes toward this incredible cause.

Recently, I had the amazing opportunity to attend Advocacy Day in Austin, where I learned about policies related to treatment and research. I even spoke with representatives about the urgent need for funding, finding a cure, and spreading awareness.

I’m so close to reaching my $35,000 goal, and your support would mean the world to me. Let’s make a lasting impact together! 💙

 

 

Shalini's Student Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser

Jan 31, 2025

Visionaries look to the future—and see infinite possibility.
They challenge the status quo—and make the impossible possible.
They boldly imagine a better world – and lead the charge to create it.

 

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society was built on that same vision - of a better world - one without blood cancers.

I joined LLS because I’m deeply passionate about supporting an impactful cause which deserves more attention. This opportunity allows me to make a real difference in the fight against blood cancers, while also contributing to the well-being of my community.  I first realized the power of making a difference when I attended "Light the Night" when I was only 8, and felt the power in numbers. My personal passion is the science behind these particular diseases; I am intrigued about looking to and expanding research to find a cure, and make life easier for the millions of childrens and adults in our community. I have delved with science and research in the past, and I hope to continue my passions through LLS. For me, it’s about more than just fundraising—it’s about taking action, raising awareness, and demonstrating that together we can create meaningful change. I believe in the power of research to save lives, and I’m committed to being part of the solution

 

This year, I’m proud to be a part of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Student Visionaries of the Year Campaign, working to raise as much as possible for LLS’s mission.

 

As a global leader in the fight against blood cancer, LLS:

  • Funds cutting-edge research leading to breakthroughs in immunotherapy, genomics and personalized medicine that are improving and saving the lives of patients
  • Provides free education and support for blood cancer patients and families, including personalized, one-on-one support, assistance with identifying and enrolling in clinical trials, and more.
  • Mobilizes thousands of advocates to drive policy changes that accelerate the development of new cancer treatments and break down barriers to care.

Please consider joining this fight by making a donation. All donations are greatly appreciated and tax-deductible. Please visit my website often and tell friends who would also like to donate!

 

Thanks to your support, my efforts will help ensure this generation is the last to see cancer.

On behalf of blood cancer patients everywhere, thank you!

 

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

 

 

62 Comments

  • Pediatric Hematology-Oncology of San Antonio

    So happy and proud of your efforts to help fund research for this wonderful organization.

  • Lata & Murthy Gedala

    All the best Shalini!

  • Graham Family

    Good job Shalini!

  • Rodney Gray

    Thank you for making a difference in this world, my dear!

  • Wave Healthcare

    Thank You, Shalini for the kind spirit you bring to this world. We are very proud of your amazing heart and we are proud to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Together, we can make a difference!

  • Rajani Family

    Proud to see you be a positive force for this world!

  • Anita and Chirag Parghi

    Great efforts for a great organization!

  • Frank and Carol Robertson

    Good luke with your excellent project.

  • Cathi Koneru

    Keep up the good work!!

  • Shilpa Upadhyay

    Best wishes to Shalini

  • Anonymous

    Good luck Shalini! Blessings coming your way! Proud of you!

  • Pavithra Pattabiraman

    All the best with your efforts, Shalini!

  • Jeny Mauro

    Shalini, I am so proud of you for being part of this amazing organization. Your dedication to help fight blood cancer speaks volumes to your character!

  • Jayesh Shah

    Proud of you Shalini

  • Melissa Stedman

    Great job Shalini!! Keep up your passion!

  • Wendy Nunes

    Way to go, Shalini!

  • Aneesh Tosh

    Best wishes on this philanthropy Shalini!

  • Amy Tschirhart

    Thank you so much Sharvari!

  • Venkat & Priya Srinivasan

    Thank you, Shalini, for this wonderful effort. Truly honored in supporting you for this cause. We would like to dedicate the contribution in honor of my mother who is currently fighting cancer.

  • Rupal Patel

    Keep up the good work Shalini!

  • Katie and Patrick Murphy

    Shalini, so thankful you have chosen such an incredible philanthropic partner to raise awareness and funds to fight these blood cancer diseases and find cures. 💜

  • Jim Alexander

    Way to go Shalini!

  • Sriram Ramanathan

    Best Wishes Shalini. Great job. T42hank you for making a difference in the world.

  • Linda Parsi

    Appreciate all you do-

  • Satya and Pooja

    Great job Shalini! Wish you the best!

  • Marilyn Oviedo

    Pamela Anderson’s successful treatment & remission ! Ralph Oviedo’s successful management of his diagnosis.

  • Grizelda Anguiano

    Thank you!

  • Abhilasha Pamar

    Dear Shalini , Best wishes for your campaign, keep up the good work.

  • Gurpaul Singh

    Great Leadership, great cause!! Proud of you Shalini! Gurpaul Uncle and Jasmeet Aunty

  • Karishma Ades

    Great job Shalini, good luck!

  • Sapna Singh

    In honor of all who are heroes in the face of cancer.

  • San Antonio Pediatric Society

    Job well done- The San Antonio Pediatric Society

  • Tamanna Odea

    Great work!

  • Siddhi Patel

    Wishing you all the best Shalini. Great work!

  • The New Image Salon

    The New Image Salon is honored to contribute to your cause!

  • Joe Mauro

    I think it's awesome that your doing this.

  • Rampriya Logan

    Good luck, Shalini!

  • Shilpa Alimchandani

    Thanks for bringing attention to and raising money for such an important cause, Shalini!

  • Veena and Suresh Gupta

    We are so proud of you Shalini, Veena and Suresh Gupta

  • Sakshi Malhotra

    All the best Shalini!

  • Anindita Ahmed

    Good luck Shalini. You are doing a great job.

  • Bhavsar Family

    Good luck and thanks for raising funds for a great cause.

  • Anjali and Ajeya Joshi

    Best wishes to you!

  • R. Sadosky

    Shalini, So proud of your commitment to helping others.

  • Radhika Singh

    Best of luck

  • Amit Goyal

    Our best wishes. Amit and Shweta

  • Amar Kosaraju

    Great job- best of luck!

  • Tania Mehta

    Amazing job Shalini

  • A Mota

    Supporting the cause and SP!

  • Anita Goldberg

    Thank you, Sharvari for letting me be part of the effort.

  • Vayu Advanced Wound Clinic & Hyperbarics PLLC

    Thank you for doing this

  • Jacob Cavazos

    I hope you win!!

  • Vijay Koli

    That is quite commendable. Glad to support Malathi & Vijay Koli

  • Anonymous

    So proud of you and just amazed by your leadership!

  • Annie Alvarado

    Hope that you raised a good amount, Shalani! This is a really cool project and we are happy to support. Love Annie and her Mom

  • Barbara Mariscal

    So proud of your passion and commitment to this cause!

  • Madhusudan Desai

    Shalini, keep up the spirit! Guide your sisters in the same direction.

  • Kristin Van Hook Moore

    Best of luck with the fundraiser!

  • April McLellan

    Way to go, Shalani! Cheering you on from St. Louis!

  • Sheetal Patel

    Best of Luck Shalini with your endeavour!!

  • Rajee Mani and Mothi Mummudi

    Very proud of the work you are doing Shalini! Our very best wishes.

  • Anonymous

    Way to be brave and ask! -Jessica

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