Student Visionaries of the Year Madison

Norah Taft | Grandkids Against Cancer

Norah's Student Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser

Jan 28, 2025

 

My Nana passed away from lymphoma when I was 9 years old. She was one of the strongest and most intelligent people I knew, and I miss her every day.  I am dedicating my campaign to getting a research portfolio named after her.

LLS helps patients navigate their cancer treatment and ensures they have access to quality, affordable and coordinated care.

Research will help us achieve an end to cancer.

In the meantime, patients need help before, during and after their diagnosis and treatment.

LLS is the leading nonprofit that does just that. I saw what my Nana went through during her battle with cancer, and I want to help alleviate some of the pain the patients and their families go through.

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 am a visionary; I have a vision for a world without cancer, but I need your help.

 

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.

 

 

46 Comments

  • Kristin Ridge

    Aunt Mary was the best of the best.

  • Sue Jones/ Deb Flanders

    Standing with Norah Taft, and in memory of her Nana, in the fight against leukemia and lymphoma. Sue Jones and Deb Flanders

  • Colleen Johnson

    I love this so much! I hope you reach your goal! ??

  • Rod and Paula McKenzie

    We are grateful to have known Mary as long as we did, we know that we share with her in the pride we have for our grand-daughter, Norah.

  • Sarah Kissel

    Good luck, Nora—what a wonderful project! We can’t wait to hear how your campaign goes!

  • Katy Hulette

    What an incredible fundraiser for an incredible Nana 🩷 Norah, thank you for being an inspiration and spreading awareness!

  • Dan Miller & Mad City Dream Homes

    Thank you for your fundraising and your work toward finding a cure!

  • Nora and Luke Biggins

    Aunt Mary was and remains such a blessing!

  • Papa and Doris

    It's our honor and pleasure to donate this in memory of Mary, she was an amazing woman and left behind an extrodninary legacy. Love Papa and Doris

  • Patrick Biggins

    Aunt Mary exuded love always, and it is awesome that we all get to carry on that legacy.

  • Alieya and Michael Biggins

    What a great idea Norah! With so much love to you and of course our Aunt Mary and your Nana. 143

  • The Joseph Biggins Family

    In memory of our beloved Mimi, Mary Taft. We miss your radiant smile and loving hugs! Joe, Kerrie, Joey, Emily and Catherine

  • Josh Feyen & Jay Edgar

    Honored to support Nora Taft's efforts, love, Josh and Jay

  • Emily Kwan & Chris Naber

    We hope you reach your goal!

  • Anne Taft

    Norah, that you for doing this. We all loved your Nana. Come visit us again! Uncle Dave and Aunt Anne

  • Kim Fisher and Linda Ketcham

    Go Norah! What a worthy, heartfelt cause.

  • Maddie and Aaron Dumas

    Sending our love to Norah, the Taft kids, and their Nana. Go Norah!

  • Jen Walker

    Thank you for your dedication to helping others in memory of your Nana

  • Ka

    This is amazing Norah! Your Nana would be proud! -Ryan & Katie Herringa

  • The O'Leary Family

    Thank you Norah for championing this important cause and inviting others to participate. I can picture your Nana beholding you with her warm, wide smile--so full of pride and joy as you do this great work in her memory. ❤️🙏

  • Tom Biggins

    🙏

  • David Taft

    Great job Norah! We are very proud of you for what you are doing!

  • Erika Hagen

    Good luck with your campaign, Nora!

  • Tony Vandermuss

    Can't wait! But I will because I have to.

  • Mari McCarty

    In support of Norah Taft in memory of her Nana

  • Julie Alonso-Katzowitz

    Norah, we have fond memories of your grandmother on the few occasions we met her. Keep up the great work! Hope you reach your goal. --Julie and Josh Katzowitz

  • Darcy Syring

    Thanks for letting us support your efforts Norah. Darcy and Tom Syring

  • Mike and Jean Houghton

    Mary was the kindest person I know. Even when she was fighting her illness, her first thing was to ask how you were doing. The world needs many more like Mary. She is missed.

  • The Geerdink Family

    Your Nana would be so proud of you Norah! Thank you for running this campaign and for making a positive difference in the lives of families touched by blood cancers.

  • Mannino Family

    May you meet and exceed your fundraising goal Norah & may the research done by the money raised aid in the discovery of many practical miracles!

  • Richard Kellner

    It is inspiring to see your love in action Norah! You are changing the world by shining your light!

  • Mary Biggins

    xoxo

  • McMoose Family

    Norah, We are so inspired by your generous work and mission. Thank you for the work you are doing for this meaningful cause. 💜 Christy, Tony, Elliott & Stuart

  • Uncle Randy and Aunt Ann Hulette

    Our dearest Norah, we are so proud of you for organizing a wonderful event,Grandchildren for Cancer! My sweet Sister was a true hero! Mary was also the greatest older Sister. She was 10 years older than me and spoiled me always. I miss her every day as I’m sure you miss your Nana everyday too. Thank you for making a difference in so many life’s! We love you very much. Uncle Randy and Aunt Ann xoxo

  • Susan Jones

    Good luck in reaching your ambitious goal!!!!

  • LINDA DALEY & PAULA SUSEMICHEL

    We loved Mary so much. Best wishes for a successful campaign.

  • Bridget & Bill Kenney

    Nora - what a wonderful way to remember and pay Mary’s good works forward! Xx

  • Chris Ray

    Thank you for all of your work bringing awareness to this issue!

  • Brooke Lyons

    Good luck Norah! Your Nana was such a wonderful woman and I loved her very much.

  • Charlie & Don Mengel

    For everything Mary and her family did in support our family

  • Susan and Nick Kiernan

    Honored to contribute to such a worthy campaign!

  • H. Elizabeth Severson

    I dedicate my donation in memory of my mother, Grace Seipp Severson, and her sister, Helen Louise Seipp, my beloved Aunt Helen, both bright lights in my life, who although they are no longer physically with us, will always remain with me in significant ways.

  • Jason Mascitti

    So great to get yo know you and your family and friends!!!!

  • Monique and Diane

    You are amazing Norah! Monique and I celebrate your spirit of generosity 💕

  • Melissa Baumann

    Such a great effort and purpose. Norah! Good luck reaching your goal.

  • Natalia Taft

    Great job Norah Taft! We love you!

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