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A message from Jay and Liz Scott, Alex's Parents:

Many of you think of Alex as a hero – the sweet and courageous lemonade girl who inspired others to help children with cancer. Although she did not get the chance to live a long life, she showed us what it means to live a full life. Her bravery, strength and love of life continue to inspire us every day. She is indeed our hero!

Since Alex was diagnosed in 1997, millions more children worldwide have suffered because of cancer. These kids all have hopes and dreams of long lives. They have parents, brothers and sisters, grandparents and cousins who cherish them. They all inspire those who know them with their bravery, strength, and love of life. They are all heroes.

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Siblings of childhood cancer heroes face their own challenges with incredible perseverance. Read more about these inspiring SuperSibs.

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Alexandra Scott
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Mikaila was a sweet and spunky girl whose three years of laughter and smiles made for a lifetime well spent. She was diagnosed with a primitive neuroectodermal tumor (PNET) without primary. Sadly she passed away, but her family honors her in so many ways.
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When Quincy was diagnosed with a rare type of leukemia called JMML, he was just a baby. Standard treatment didn’t help, but research funded by Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation brought him hope. This lead to a therapy that worked – and gave him his cure!
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At 3 years old, Maddie constantly makes others laugh with her questions and hilarious commentary about the world around her. When she suddenly got very sick, a biopsy revealed she had lymphoma. Today, Maddie fights for herself and all kids with cancer!
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At 2 years old, Everly was the most vibrant and kind person her mom ever knew. Everly was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma two days before Christmas 2022. Sadly, she passed away in June 2024.
Born premature, Maverick is just that: a maverick. A distended stomach and reduced appetite brought Maverick to his pediatrician, but after a CT scan revealed a tumor he was diagnosed with hepatoblastoma before he turned 1.
Brave Little Adam is the kindest boy his family knows. He loves to help people, but when he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, it was his turn to be helped. He had six months of chemotherapy to prepare for surgery, and struggles with his vision today.
Soccer enthusiast Will thought he was just out of shape when he began getting easily winded and lightheaded between soccer seasons. But after a visit to the hospital, Will discovered he was fighting cancer: B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
Juno was a happy and curious baby. He soaked in love and reflected it right back. He loved cuddling and listening to his family sing and whistle to him. He had a sweet little voice, and only a handful of bad days despite his rare cancer diagnosis.
Outgoing, silly and stubborn, Tenzin is a little boy with a lot of fight in him. When he was diagnosed with leukemia, his world immediately turned upside down, but Tenzin took it all in stride. Today, he is in the maintenance stage of treatment.
When Olivia’s parents noticed swelling behind her right eye, they took her to an ophthalmologist who sent them to the ER right away... Olivia had a tumor the size of a golf ball. More than 66 weeks of treatment later, Olivia has reached remission!
Behind Chloe’s sweet and shy disposition is a funny and friendly 13-year-old. At 4 years old Chloe began experiencing strange leg pains that moved to her arms and back. Today, Chloe is being monitored to see if she's beaten her neuroblastoma.
At 3-and-a-half years old, Sam's parents found a large lump on Sam's abdomen. He underwent surgery to remove it and was cancer-free for a short time. When the cancer returned, it was treated like stage 4 neuroblastoma. Sam has been cancer-free since 2017!
Collin was a social butterfly who loved to have fun. He was diagnosed twice with ALL, and after 12 wonderful years cancer-free, he was diagnosed with mucoepidermoid carcinoma and began fighting all over again. Sadly he passed away, but was an inspiration.
Breeonne is a 30-year-old two-time cancer survivor. She is a loving, giving, spontaneous, outgoing, focused, determined and down-to-earth person. Even as a child, cancer couldn't keep her down.
Diego is a unique, creative teenager who loves to learn. He was diagnosed with AML in 2021 and had a difficult time through treatment. After battling complication after complication, Diego received a bone marrow transplant and today is in remission!
Jillian was a courageous and strong-willed child. She always had a smile on her face, and no matter the pain she felt, always made sure everyone else had smiles too. Jill received treatment for neuroblastoma the year she was born, but sadly passed away.
Julia has an outgoing and bubbly personality and loves being surrounded by friends and family. After she was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma, she went through rigorous treatment. Today, she is in remission and acts as an ALSF Ambassador!
Ezra is a 7-year-old sweetheart. He loves being around people and playing with friends whenever he can. After he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, he struggled with treatment. Nothing seemed to be working for him.
Delbert
Today, Delbert is 21 years old and working in heavy equipment mechanics. He and his fiancée live happily in Texas with their “four-legged kids.” But back in 2016, Delbert had no idea what his future would hold.