What inspired Rad Kids Crushing Cancer?

Welcome to RAD Kids Crushing Cancer! 🌟 We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting children battling cancer and the families who walk beside them.

RAD Kids Crushing Cancer was born when pediatric cancer became personal. Our daughter, Waylynn, was diagnosed with ALL-B leukemia on January 19, 2024. That moment forever changed our world and opened our eyes to the immense financial, emotional, and physical hardships families face while fighting for their children.

Through our own journey, we quickly realized that support needs to go beyond financial assistance. While medical bills, travel, missed work, and everyday expenses place an enormous strain on families, there is also a deep need for encouragement, comfort, and moments of joy.

That’s why RAD Kids Crushing Cancer not only helps raise funds to assist with medical and family-related expenses, but also provides hospital admission bags and clinic-day goodie bags—small but meaningful reminders to kids and their families that they are seen, supported, and not alone.

Our mission is simple but powerful: to walk alongside pediatric cancer families and support them one family at a time.

At RAD Kids Crushing Cancer, our mission is to provide compassionate, personalized support to families facing the devastating reality of childhood cancer. We believe in the power of community and in focusing our efforts on ensuring each child receives meaningful support, resources, and encouragement throughout their journey.

We are committed to transparency and connection. Through regular updates, photos, and fundraising information shared on our website and platforms, supporters can follow and see the real impact of their generosity.

Every dollar raised is handled with care and intention. Funds are directed where they are needed most. By easing these financial pressures and bringing joy we help families stay focused on what matters most: being present for their child during treatment and recovery.

Beyond financial assistance, we also provide hospital admission bags and clinic-day goodie bags to bring comfort, encouragement, and moments of light during incredibly difficult days.

RAD Kids Crushing Cancer exists to be a source of hope, support, and action—bringing communities together to stand beside families and make a real difference.

Together, we can crush cancer… one RAD kid at a time. 💛