Growing up, cancer was always a shadow looming over my family. I watched as my grandmothers and close family members who have fought battles I couldn’t fully understand at the time. Their strength, courage, and resilience in the face of breast cancer have shaped who I am today. But despite their bravery, cancer took so much from us as it does everyone everyday. We all know someone who is going through this battle currently. 

It’s because of these experiences, seeing firsthand the toll cancer takes on families, that I feel so deeply compelled to raise funds for the Huntsman Cancer Research Foundation. I want to help change the future for others who find themselves in the same fight, to support the research that can lead to breakthroughs in prevention, treatment, and ultimately, a cure.

This cause is personal. Every dollar raised is not just for research — it’s for the hope of a future where families don’t have to say goodbye too soon. And it’s a way to honor the women who fought so hard, giving their all so that others might have a chance at a healthier tomorrow.