Barbara's Friends has helped raise more than $25 million dollars in 29 years, serving more than 12,000 children in SWFL with cancer and blood disorders - children like Libbi (right) who battled cancer twice before age three and Ryker (video below), who goes by the name “Rykersaurus” on the 5th floor pediatric cancer unit at Golisano for his love of all things dinosaurs. He also wants to be a shark. At age 5 he’s still fiercely battling cancer and hopes to get to ring his bell this December.

The only program of its kind serving children between Tampa and Miami, the recovery rates at Golisano Children's Hospital surpass the national average. However, more than 75% of the children treated are underinsured, on Medicaid or have no form of payment.

Your generosity will ensure that families can focus on their child getting better and not have to worry about how they can afford to cover the cost of treatment. Whether it's providing gas cards to get to chemo, Uber rides for young adults that can’t drive and have no one to help them get to treatment, family meals during hospital stays or assistance with tough bills, Barbara's Friends will be there to provide support. For children who need intensive, prolonged treatment, this access to exceptional oncology and pediatric services helps parents who might have to quit their jobs to care for their children. The ability to stay close to home, near loved ones and friends, is a key advantage that allows parents to balance the needs of the entire family while staying close to home. Barbara’s Friends also helps fund mental health counseling, making sure all our families have access to talk to a psychologist, regardless of ability to pay.

Share hope and strength and empower a child while making a lifesaving gift with a local impact. Your donation today stays in Southwest Florida to help a family and their child fight cancer at Golisano Children's Hospital.

Be a friend to a child battling cancer today!

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2024 Perfect Game 14U Select Baseball Festival HELP SWFL CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES FIGHTING CANCER AT GOLISANO CHILDRENS HOSPITAL!

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