Rally behind Leilani

Lani is 13 years old and has been fighting leukemia since she was just 5 years old. She was first diagnosed at age 5, relapsed at age 8, and earlier this year, our family received the heartbreaking news that her leukemia had returned for a third time.

This year has included months in the hospital, chemotherapy, countless tests and procedures, and a bone marrow transplant. Her dad was blessed to be her donor. After a long hospital stay, she was finally able to ring the bell and come home, but her treatment and recovery journey are still ongoing.

Through everything she has faced, Lani continues to show incredible strength and resilience. Beyond cancer, she is a fun, loving 13-year-old who enjoys gaming and the same things other kids her age do. Gaming has been especially meaningful during the long hospital stays and periods of isolation because it gives her a way to have fun, connect with others, and simply get to be a kid again.

After fighting leukemia three separate times, we would love for Lani to be recognized not just for what she has endured, but for the amazing young person she is beyond her diagnosis.

Lani loves gaming, especially Fortnite, and it has been a huge source of joy for her throughout treatment. She loves playing with her friends, laughing, and being able to escape everything medical for a while. She also enjoys music, watching her favorite shows and videos, spending time with family, and anything that lets her relax and just be a normal 13-year-old.

Right now, Lani is really into Fortnite, gaming, sports, and collecting sports cards. She especially loves basketball and football. Her favorite teams are the Dallas Mavericks and the Baltimore Ravens, and she loves anything related to those teams. She enjoys collecting basketball and football cards, gaming with her friends, keeping up with Fortnite, listening to music, and watching videos. Anything gaming or sports-related is a big hit with her!