National Cancer Survivors Day
Explore inspiring survivor stories made possible by Give to Live Society members like you.
April 17, 2026 • 1 min
Stories
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He asked her to marry him on her last day of chemotherapy. More than a proposal — it was a promise.
When Tim Brinkmann proposed to Ann Sasser, it was the beginning of a lifelong commitment to each other — and to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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St. Jude patient Avalyn survived leukemia. Now the 11-year-old budding writer and actor takes the stage for her second act
Her parents believed cancer would be one part of a much longer story.
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With treatment at St. Jude and bolstered by a promise to himself, Monk overcame bone cancer
After losing his left leg below the knee to bone cancer, Monk found strength, purpose and a new path forward — one determined step at a time.
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St. Jude patient Gideon taking big steps on cancer journey
He gave away thousands of toy cars to kids at St. Jude. Now, the teenage cancer survivor is stepping into the spotlight and planning a trip across America — on foot.
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St. Jude helped Tori survive leukemia
Now, she works at the research hospital as a child life specialist to support kids undergoing treatment.
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After overcoming cancer, St. Jude survivor Holly inspires young minds in her classroom
Her time in treatment for Ewing sarcoma taught her the importance of grace, kindness and a safe space for children.
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Watch: musician and composer Adam Hopper plays drums with a titanium right arm
As a child, Adam was diagnosed with bone cancer in his arm and referred to St. Jude for treatment.
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For Jameshia, cancer is ‘not the whole story’
St. Jude childhood cancer survivor shows how marriage, motherhood and mentorship helped her build resilience and purpose.
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St. Jude kidney cancer survivor wants to be an example to others
Determined and resilient, Vincent Cordell is creating his own opportunities.
