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In February 2025, Francesca and her family’s life turned upside down. One moment, they were enjoying time in Ecuador; the next, they were thrust into a journey they never could have imagined. “We never saw it coming, not really,” said Irma, Francesca’s mother. “She was her usual, energetic self—never tired, never feverish, or weak. We’d […]
At just 3-years-old, Leo’s world turned upside down. Known to his family and friends as a natural comedian—always quick with a silly face or a giggle that could light up a room—Leo loves animals, including his beloved dog, ‘Cookie,” and Ninja Turtles. But in March 2025, his mother, Melissa, rushed him to Hackensack Meridian K. […]
Six-year-old Mila is the kind of child who brings color into every room she enters. She loves rainbows, pink everything and drawing cats. Arts and crafts are her favorite escape—glitter glue, markers and popsicle sticks are her creative outlet. But in early 2025, when Mila began complaining of pounding headaches, her mom, Bella, had no idea […]
On Sunday, November 2, 2025, #TeamTKC, the Tackle Kids Cancer running team, proudly represented our organization at the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon. For the third straight year, #TeamTKC achieved a new record-breaking total, raising nearly $250,000 – and counting – for Tackle Kids Cancer. As an Official Charity Partner of the prestigious marathon, […]
On Sunday, November 2, 2025, #TeamTKC, Tackle Kids Cancer’s running team, will represent the organization at the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon. As an Official Charity Partner of the marathon, runners celebrate milestones, honor loved ones and raise much-needed funds to support pediatric cancer research and support programs. This year’s runners include Hackensack Meridian […]
On September 15, Tackle Kids Cancer (TKC) celebrated its tenth anniversary of raising funds in support of pediatric cancer research, treatment options and patient care programs for patients at Hackensack Meridian Health’s two children’s hospitals: Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital and K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital. What began as a grassroots effort in 2015 has blossomed […]
On Sunday, November 2, 2025, #TeamTKC, Tackle Kids Cancer’s running team, will represent our organization at the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon. As an Official Charity Partner of the prestigious marathon, our runners celebrate milestones, honor loved ones and raise much-needed funds to support pediatric cancer research and support programs. We are grateful to […]
March is Child Life Month, a time to recognize the incredible impact of child life specialists who help our youngest patients and their families navigate the challenges of hospitalization. These dedicated team members provide emotional support, therapeutic play and age-appropriate education to help children understand their medical experiences. Thanks to generous donor support, hospitals can […]
Yarian was a vibrant six-year-old who loved nothing more than playing soccer and basketball, just like his father, Marco. Simple pleasures that can bring pure joy to a young boy. But in December 2023, Yarian’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), a type of cancer that rapidly […]
Eli Manning, former New York Giants quarterback and two-time Super Bowl champion, represented Tackle Kids Cancer as part of the NFL’s My Cause My Cleats initiative. The initiative takes place during Weeks 13 & 14 with NFL players wearing customized cleats to honor causes close to their hearts. This year, TKC MVP (Most Valiant Patient) […]
On Sunday, November 3, 2024, #TeamTKC, Tackle Kids Cancer’s running team, represented our organization at the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon. For the second straight year, #TeamTKC set a new record-breaking total, surpassing the marathon team’s 2024 goal with more than $207,000 – and counting – raised for Tackle Kids Cancer. As an Official […]
Angel was a vibrant, healthy little boy, always full of energy and joy. But when he started Pre-K, things began to change. The once energetic 3-year-old became sick with flu-like symptoms, which then escalated to a severe ear infection. Despite visiting allergists and specialists, the answer was always the same: “everything looks good.” Yet, Reyna, […]