Sophia The Fierce Inc

04/24/2026

We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of our brave Warrior Dominic. These families become part of our family. And Dominic will always hold a special place in our hearts.

We had the honor of providing Dominic and his family with a day of respite . A day to step away from the hard, to make memories, to laugh, and simply be together. It is a gift to witness those moments, and one we will carry with us always.

That is how we will remember Dominic through the smiles, the love, and the strength he shared so freely.

We are wrapping his family in so much love as they navigate the days ahead. We hope they feel the strength of this community standing beside them and lifting them up.

Forever our Warrior. Forever Fierce. 💛🖤

04/22/2026

💛Please join us in sending prayers and good vibes to Warrior Silas and his family.

At just 3 years old, Silas was diagnosed with Ependymoma, a rare pediatric brain cancer. During surgery, he endured a stroke and later faced posterior fossa syndrome, losing his ability to walk, talk, swallow, and more. But Silas is fierce. Within weeks, he fought his way back, regaining those abilities and continuing to push forward every single day.

After nearly a year of stable scans, his family received devastating news last week: Silas’ cancer has returned in new areas of his brain. Because this cancer can spread through spinal fluid, his medical team believes there may be additional tumors not yet visible. And still, Silas shines on, symptom free, living as his happy, music-loving, dancing self.

Silas and his family will pack up and head to Cincinnati to begin the next phase of his fight.

Silas will undergo full brain and spine proton radiation and we know he will face it with the same courage he has shown time and time again.

We believe no family fights alone. We are standing with Silas and his family today and every step ahead.

Yesterday we were able to deliver a Smile from Sophia bag to Silas and his family. We hope it brings even the smallest moment of comfort, strength, and love as they begin this next chapter.

Keep dancing, Silas. We’re with you. 💛

04/20/2026

💛🦷 Thank you, Western New York Dental Group🦷💛

There are some partners who show up not just for an event, but for every step of the journey, and that is exactly who WNY Dental Group is to us.

As our Presenting Sponsor and Corporate Partner, WNY Dental Group stands beside us in everything we do. Their support goes far beyond a single day. They believe in our mission, they believe in our families, and they continue to show up with compassion, generosity, and heart.

WNY Dental Group has been caring for smiles across Western New York for years, providing high quality dental care for individuals and families in a welcoming, patient first environment. That same care and commitment is what they bring to our organization and to the children and families we serve 💛

Because of partners like WNY Dental Group, we are able to continue supporting local children and families bravely battling cancer, reminding them that they are never alone in this fight.

We are endlessly grateful to have them as part of our Sophia the Fierce family.

💛 ⛳️Registration is OPEN and foursomes are selling fast!

🎗️Join us as we come together to raise awareness for pediatric cancer and to support local children, their families and caregivers.

👉 Interested in becoming a sponsor? Click the link below to learn more!

You can register your twosome, foursome, or grab your dinner and cocktail hour tickets by clicking here: 👇
https://app.eventcaddy.com/events/sophia-the-fierce-3rd-annual-swinging-for-smiles-golf-tournament-18

🔗 Learn more about WNY Dental Group
https://www.wnydental.com/

💛🎗️⛳️Together, we can make a difference! 💛🎗️⛳️

04/16/2026

💛⛳ Thank you, Southside Trailer Service Inc.

It means so much to us to have businesses stand beside our families, and we are so grateful to Southside Trailer Service, Inc. for being our Live Auction Sponsor for this year’s Swinging for Smiles golf tournament.

Because of South Side Trailer our live auction will not only be available for our tournament attendees, it will also be available to our entire Fierce Community! We can’t wait for you to see what we have available!

Southside Trailer Service is a family rooted, community focused business that has been serving Western New York for decades. From trailer sales to parts and service, they have built their reputation on hard work, reliability, and taking care of people. That is exactly the kind of heart that makes this partnership so special to us 💛

Because of their support, our Live Auction will help us continue showing up for local children and families battling cancer, families who need support, hope, and a community that refuses to let them walk this journey alone.

We are so thankful to have Southside as part of our Sophia the Fierce Inc. family.

💛 If you haven’t registered yet, or are interested in becoming a sponsor, we would love to have you join us! Click the link below to register your team or to check out our incredible Sponsorship opportunities! 👇
https://app.eventcaddy.com/events/sophia-the-fierce-3rd-annual-swinging-for-smiles-golf-tournament-18

🔗 Learn more about Southside Trailer Service
https://www.southsidetrailer.com/

04/13/2026

💛🎗️⛳️Be part of something that makes an impact at the Sophia the Fierce 3rd Annual Swinging for Smiles Golf Tournament. Help make a difference in the lives of local children battling cancer.

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
📍 Diamond Hawk Golf Course
⏰ 10 AM Shotgun Start

We offer sponsorship opportunities for every level, giving your business the chance to give back while gaining valuable community exposure. This event sells out every year! Don’t miss your chance to be involved!

We’re also currently seeking donations for gift baskets and silent auction items every contribution helps us bring smiles, strength, and support to families who need it most.

✨ Secure your sponsorship register your foursome, or contribute today:
https://app.eventcaddy.com/events/sophia-the-fierce-3rd-annual-swinging-for-smiles-golf-tournament-18

04/11/2026

🎗️Awareness leads to funding.
🔬Funding fuels research.
💛Research leads to a cure.

We are honored to support Dr. Ohm and the incredible, life changing work she and her team is doing to bring hope closer to reality. 💛

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/18FjLfLDJP/?mibextid=wwXIfr

04/11/2026

04/05/2026

Wishing our Fierce Community hope, love, and the strength today and everyday.

We are holding close in our hearts the beautiful children who are no longer with us, forever loved, forever missed.

We are also standing strong beside the brave warriors still fighting every single day. Your courage inspires us beyond words.

May this day bring moments of peace, light, and togetherness to all. 🐣✨

04/04/2026

💛☕ THANK YOU, PROMINENT COFFEE CO. ☕💛

Everything we do is for the families walking through the unimaginable. We are so grateful to have partners who stand beside us in that mission.

Thank you Prominent Coffee Co. , our Coffee & Breakfast Sponsor for the 3rd Annual Sophia the Inc. Swinging for Smiles Golf Tournament ⛳💛

As a proud family-owned business, Prominent Coffee Co. is more than just incredible coffee, they are a part of our community. They believe in connection, in giving back, and in showing up for causes that matter. Their support helps us create a day filled with purpose, hope, and impact for local children and families battling cancer.

☀️ Because of them, our golfers will start the day energized and ready to make a difference.

⛳️Registration is OPEN!
Join us as we come together to support local families and keep Swinging for Smiles.

👉 Register here: https://app.eventcaddy.com/events/sophia-the-fierce-3rd-annual-swinging-for-smiles-golf-tournament-18

04/01/2026

We will forever keep Eli in our hearts. We will continue to fight, continue to raise awareness, and continue to honor his life with love, strength, and purpose every day.

View Elijah Thomas Gawlak's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

03/30/2026

It is with the heaviest hearts that we share that our sweet Warrior Eli passed away on Thursday morning. 🧡

Eli passed peacefully at home, comfortable in his spot on the couch with Toy Story playing in the background, and Mommy and Daddy holding his hands.

There are no words that can truly hold this kind of heartbreak. Eli was so deeply loved by his family, by our team, and by this entire Fierce community. His light, his laughter, and his incredible spirit left a mark that will never fade.

We are holding the Gawlak family so close right now as they face the unimaginable loss of their beautiful boy.

Please join us in surrounding them with love. Keep the Gawlak family in your thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. 💛

Warrior Eli, you will always be part of our Fierce family. Forever loved. Forever remembered.

03/29/2026

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you 💛

Every vote, every share, every comment… we felt all of it. Supporting us in the Cellino Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric truck wrap contest means you stood with our kids, and that means everything to us.

No, we didn’t move on to the next round, but what we did do is something so much bigger. Together, we sparked conversations, shared stories, and shined a light on pediatric cancer in a powerful way.

This mission is personal. It always has been. It’s about our kids, their courage, and making sure they are never forgotten.

So when you see the Sophia the Fierce Inc. 2024 truck wrap out there 🚚💛
know that it represents all of us, every bit of love, support, and strength you’ve poured into this community.

If you spot it, please snap a photo and send it our way. Seeing it through your eyes means more than we can put into words.

Thank you for showing up, for believing, and for helping us keep this fight loud and fierce.