Impact Stories

“I share my story to raise awareness, encourage others to seek answers when something doesn't feel right, and remind fellow cancer patients that they are never alone in their journey... I hope my story reminds others that their voice matters, because it could save their life.” Yomarie Miranda strug [...]

“Cancer shaped who I am. Survivorship has been part of my identity for nearly half of my life, and it continues to guide how I live with perspective, resilience, and purpose.” In 2006, Kelly Tallarida was a 19-year-old college student. For more than a year she had been experiencing worsening, unexp [...]

"I got through the dark days by remembering that everything is cyclical. As bad as the day was, I knew that tomorrow had the potential to be something better.” In his mid-40s, Stephen Brown began experiencing symptoms including fatigue and difficulty swallowing. After a series of appointments, bloo [...]

“To continue to lead by my mom’s example and channel my grief into action, I have taken on the challenge to raise funds for Stand Up to Cancer annually.” In 2018, Caroline Farney lost her mother, Sandra, to cancer. “Throughout her life, regardless of her own struggles, my mom continuously showed se [...]

“Cancer taught me that taking care of myself is not selfish and to be kind to myself.” In March of 2024, Jennifer Mabini was 41 and a busy working mom of two when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. “When I first heard the news, it was more of a confirmation,” says Jennifer, who had four other fa [...]