The Faces of Kickin’ Cancer
Sharing legacies and honoring cancer survivors is at the core of our mission. On our Stories page, you’ll find inspiring stories from cancer survivors, caregivers, and families, highlighting their struggles, triumphs, and experiences with cancer support. We are here to celebrate victories, remember those we’ve lost, and rally together in the ongoing fight against cancer. Join us as we honor the resilience and strength of those who have faced cancer head-on.
A Story of Miracles
My son, Cordell, was diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma at just nine months old. We were blessed with an incredible team of providers and nurses at one of Oregon’s children’s hospitals who walked us through one of the hardest seasons of our lives. Watching my child...
Don’t Play Small
You see, Ben is the kind of person whose energy makes a room brighter. Gregarious, warm, and full of humor, he has spent much of his life using his hands to build and create, whether through carpentry, playing harmonica, artwork made from reclaimed fencing, or even...
Anyone, Anytime
July 31st, 2020, a day after my 34th birthday I found a lump during a shower that didn’t seem to be there before, I didn’t have a Primary Care Doctor at the time so I panicked and found the first that was in my insurance network that was accepting patients and that...
Just Breathe
11/18/24 the date of the beginning of the last “normal” day of my life. Going in for a normal mammogram and finding something concerning was not what I had anticipated. I had been through this before in 2018 though, everything will be fine. On 12/26/24 when my phone...
The Power of Love and Faith
In Loving Memory of Sandi Kirsch September 23, 1957 – September 7, 2025 It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Sandi Kirsch, who bravely fought pancreatic cancer and is now resting in the arms of The Lord Jesus Christ. Sandi’s...
Still Standing – I LIVE
Still Standing: Stage 4, Faith, and Forward Momentum I almost didn’t say anything. That’s how this all started. I was at my annual physical, lacing up my shoes to leave when my doctor asked, “Anything else?” I could have said no. But I said, “Yeah… I’ve just been...