Tyler was born with a genetic nerve disorder and also struggled with additional health complications.

Thomas has faced a lot of adversity in his young life.

For the first three years of Reese’s life, she was in and out of the hospital and staying for at least a week each admission.

Taylor has been coping with a newly diagnosed illness for the past year and bravely faces hospitalization, tests, procedures, and many unknowns.

Taliana is a precious jewel to her dad as he struggles through yet another battle with cancer.

Siblings Ta’liah, Ka’liah, Cortez , Destiny, and Antynisha suffered the painful trauma of losing their big sister.

Steven was born prematurely at only 27 weeks.

Rhylan was helping his dad chop wood to earn money for the gaming system he was saving up for

Sisters Mikenzey and Olivia now know what it’s like to be superheroes.

Malina didn’t feel like a“normal” kid, she was in so much pain.

Maleia never could have imagined that her sprained wrist would turn into a severe infection.

Madeline’s been through a lot of trauma.

Lacey’s life has been a series of hospital stays and surgeries since she was five months old.

At only five months old, Kylie underwent an invasive procedure for a heart issue.

Kali may be little, but she’s been a big help to her mom while she’s battling cancer.

John fell off a horse and was trampled, breaking several of his bones and causing serious abdominal issues.

A couple of months after Joee underwent surgery, she returned to Shriners Hospitals for Children in Philadelphia, PA for in-patient rehabilitation.

Janari was at a relative’s house when the unthinkable happened.

Siblings Irelyn and Rachel were trapped in their home as it was engulfed in flames.

Glen is described as“a survivor with a great attitude” by his Child Life Specialist Cindy Millardat Shriners Hospitals for Children–Portland.