With the help of our generous donors, sponsors, and 5k participants, The Amazing Grace Foundation was able to make make the following grants in 2016.
Will you join our team to help make 2017 even bigger? Contact us today to find out how you can make a donation, be a sponsor for our October 21st 5k, become a sustaining sponsor, or volunteer. As always, we are grateful for your continued support.
Pediatric Osteogenic SarcomaClinical Trials: $12,000
We are always thrilled to support the institution whose team cared for Grace during her treatment. At the same time, it isn’t just Osteosarcoma we aim to stamp out; we’re proud to support clinical trials that aim to find better treatments for any type of pediatric sarcoma.
Learn more about Levine Children's Hospital.
Parker Cowherd & Family: $3,000
Parker is eight years old and is fighting a glioneuronal tumor on his spine — another rare form of pediatric cancer. He is currently undergoing a second chemotherapy regimen and hopes to find a treatment that will render his tumor dormant and allow him to live a happy and productive life.
Learn more about the Pounding for Parker Foundation.
Ally Davis & Family: $3000
In March of 2016, Ally was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Stage 3, with multiple tumors discovered in her chest. As of earlier in 2017, her PET scans showed no new growth and at age twelve is now able to take part in some of her favorite sports and activities again.
Learn more about what Ally has been up to.
Make-A-Wish Central and Western North Carolina: $6,000
We know that a Wish can have an immensely positive impact on children who are battling cancer as well as on their families. As of 2016, the average cost of a wish was $10,130. Each year, we strive to fulfill at least one Wish in our area.
Learn more about the Make-A-Wish Central and Western North Carolina.