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Leah and children like her are our why.
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❊ Our Mission
Our mission is to walk beside children with cancer and their families, honoring every child’s story and amplifying their voice through awareness, advocacy, and action. We embrace creativity in all its forms—storytelling, books, and hands-on art—as pathways to resilience, healing, and joy. Together with partners and fellow advocates, we expand access to essential resources and supports, helping children and families find comfort, connection, and hope throughout every chapter of their journey.
❊ Our Vision
A world where every child with cancer and their family is supported with compassion, empowered through community and resources, and uplifted by creativity and hope throughout their journey.
❊ The Team
Blanca Velasquez
Leah’s Mother, Co-Founder, and Executive Director
Virgilio Ventura
Leah’s Father, Advisor
Marta Alvarez
Leah’s Aunt, Co-Founder, and Director of Operations
Maria Casoni
Leah’s Aunt, Co-Founder, and Director, Policy & Advocacy
Stefano Casoni
Leah’s Uncle and Director, Finance and Development
