Why We Fight: The Heart Behind the Forever and Always Foundation

At the core of the Forever and Always Foundation is a promise - a promise to never let children fighting cancer and their families walk this path alone. We are a foundation born from heartbreak, fueled by hope, and driven by love.

The idea for this foundation didn't come from a boardroom or a campaign strategy. It came from real life - from witnessing children undergo the unimaginable and seeing families struggle to hold it together under the weight of fear, exhaustion, and financial stress. We've seen the toll cancer takes not just on young bodies, but on entire families - the sleepless nights, the hospital chairs turned into makeshift beds, and the overwhelming sense of isolation that often comes with the diagnosis.

For too many families, childhood cancer turns their world upside down - emotionally, physically, and financially. And while the medical battles are fought in hospitals and clinics, the emotional ones are often waged in silence. That silence is what we are here to break.

OUR MISSION: The Forever and Always Foundation exists to bring people together to support brave young fighters and fuel the research and resources that give them hope. Because every child - no matter their diagnosis - deserves a chance to dream, grow, and play.

We believe in creating a world where no child faces cancer without love beside them, and no family is left without support. Whether it's through donations, awareness campaigns, care packages, or community events, we're committed to showing families that they are not alone.

Why "Forever and Always"? The phrase was born between a mother and son (Founders). And just like a bond before a mother and her child, the name Forever and Always speaks to our unwavering commitment. We will fight alongside these children and families for as long as it takes. We will honor every child who has battled, every parent who has advocated, and every sibling who has quietly carried their own pain. And we will keep pushing for research that brings real cures, not just better treatments.

How You Can Be Part of This Mission. We are just getting started - but already, we've seen the incredible impact that love, community, and compassion can have. You can help us grow this movement of hope and healing:

• Donate - Every Dollar supports a real family.

• Volunteer - Your time and heart are needed.

• Share - Awareness saves lives.

• Attend a Fundraiser - From Street Fairs to online campaigns, every event brings us closer to a cure.

Together, we can be a voice for the voiceless. A hand to hold in the hardest moments. A reminder that even in the darkest times, there is still light.

We Fight Because They Deserve a Future. Thank you for believing in our mission. Thank you for being a part of this community. We fight for them - Forever and Always.

Written with love by Forever and Always Founder, Sheryl Dulaney