St. Jude patient Imani with her mom
From the moment a patient is accepted at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, they become forever part of the St. Jude family. This family is made up of a dedicated team of doctors, staff, fundraisers and supporters like you who strive to ensure that St. Jude families receive world-class care and never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food.
This Mother's and Father's Day season, consider giving the gift of a donation to our St. Jude families, or explore other ways you can help, all while celebrating a mom or dad in your life.
Meet the families you are helping
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Meet Aspen's family
Aspen was not yet two when diagnosed with neuroblastoma. She was treated in the Philippines but six months later, the cancer was spreading so she was referred to St. Jude.
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Meet Quincy's family
A smart, wildly imaginative boy, Quincy loves spending time with his family.
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Meet Yamila's family
Yamila experienced cancer three times and is now celebrating five years of remission. Her journey as a musician, avid animal lover and cancer survivor continues.
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Meet Avyan's family
Avyan carries himself with confidence and strength beyond his years. His manner has given fortitude to his family as they walk through an unimaginable reality.
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Meet Imani's family
Imani was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor at just 5 weeks old and started chemotherapy at St. Jude.
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Meet Ay'Den's family
Ay'Den is a gentle kid with a ready smile – "a sweetheart", as his mother would say – who loves to color and run around with the dogs and play video games.
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Meet Colton's family
Colton is used to being active in every area of life. And while an aggresive form of kidney cancer might have threatened that, St. Jude was right by his side.
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How St. Jude is helping families
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“Once we became part of the St. Jude family, everything was ok. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without them. Thank you, St Jude, for helping me get her through this."
Lachaka, Alana's mom
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"I have never seen such a great hospital. We know we can rely on St. Jude and the staff one hundred percent."
Jun, Riku's dad
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"If St. Jude didn’t exist, the truth is I don’t know what would have become of my family. For me, my heart is in St. Jude. I thank them for everything they have done."
Sonia, Pepe's grandmother
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"St. Jude is an organization which is beyond expectation. Unless someone comes here and experiences it, no one will believe that there could be such an organization in the world."
Amit, Bella's dad
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"At St. Jude, there’s no color, there’s no political background. You’re just family. We’re very thankful for the fact that we have St. Jude and to get a second chance with Ashtyn."
Kiara, Ashtyn's mom
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"Our family motto is, 'Family Together Strong.' If it weren't for St. Jude and the people who donate, I wouldn't have my boy. So the people who give to St. Jude are part of our 'Family Together Strong.'"
Eric, Cole's dad
St. Jude patient Vanessa with her family
