Thomas has faced a lot of adversity in his young life. He experienced major trauma, coped with the fearful unknowns of being in the hospital, and went through many unsettling procedures. All of the stress brought on lingering anxiety, and he’s shown unbelievable bravery working through unthinkable challenges. Thomas was nominated as a Hero by his Child Life Specialist Kelly Kempat The Children'sHospital at SaintFrancis in Tulsa, OK. She was greatly inspired by his openness and strength in progressing through his struggles. “He’s probably one of the most courageous kids I have worked with in my 28-year career as a CCLS,” said Kemp. Kids Wish Network is honored to award Thomas as a Hero of the Month.

Kids Wish Network has been making dreams come true for children since 1997. We are dedicated to infusing hope, creating happy memories, and improving the quality of life for children experiencing life-altering situations. We started with the single purpose of granting wishes to children suffering from life-threatening conditions but have since created additional programs to benefit kids nationwide, including Hero of the Month, Project Toy Drop, Holiday of Hope Gift Banks, and A Child Forever Funeral Assistance.