05/30/2026
We'd like you to meet Felicia. 💜
Felicia is a Pre-K teacher and a mom who walked through chemotherapy and radiation while trying to show up for her son every single day. Her story was featured at our Derby of Hope this year and moved every single person in the room.
She recently wrote us a letter, and her words say everything.
"You gave us more than financial assistance - you gave us relief, hope, and the ability to breathe a little easier during a very overwhelming time."
The Helene Foundation helped Felicia with groceries through our partnership with Families 4 Families, gas cards to get to and from treatment, and gift cards for everyday needs. We also covered her son's club and team soccer fees and bought his uniform kit, so he never had to sit out the season his mom was fighting cancer.
But here's what Felicia said mattered most:
"Instead of worrying about how we would cover basic needs, I was able to focus on my health and on being present for my son."
That is exactly why we exist. Right now, for families who need it most.
If you know a mom in active cancer treatment at a Triangle-area facility with children at home, please share our information with her. helenefoundation.org 💜
